Dynamic customer service professional with extensive experience at McDonald's, excelling in conflict resolution and team leadership. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through effective communication and menu memorization. Skilled in food preparation and maintaining health code compliance, consistently fostering a positive dining atmosphere.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Fitting Room Associate
Ross Dress for Less
Joplin, MO
01.2024 - Current
Followed company policies, rules and procedures to promote company goals and maintain safety.
Answered customer inquiries regarding product features, pricing, and availability.
Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
Attended to customer service issues.
Resolved guest complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction.
Participated in ongoing training to enhance job skills and knowledge.
Maintained security measures to check for issues such as switched tags and stolen merchandise.
Crew Member
Taco Bell
Joplin, MO
09.2017 - 09.2019
Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change
Cleaned restaurant area by sweeping floors, wiping tables and emptying trash receptacles
Educated customers on menu items, product ingredients and nutritional values
Greeted customers upon arrival, provided menus and answered questions regarding menu items
Completed opening and closing tasks such as setting up workstations, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies
Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner
Kept restaurant lobby, front counter and restrooms neat and clean throughout shift
Packed fast food products in approved containers, cups and bags
Assistant Manager
McDonald's Restaurant
Webb City, MO
03.2011 - 05.2014
Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives
Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies
Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information
Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner
Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services
Communicated regularly with customers to gain insights into their needs
Customer Service Representative
NCO/Alorica
Joplin, MO
09.2005 - 10.2009
Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services
Assisted customers with product selection, ordering, billing, returns, exchanges and technical support
Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, transactions and comments for future reference
Resolved complex problems by working with other departments to provide solutions that meet customer needs
Developed strong relationships with customers by providing personalized assistance and support
Tracked orders from start to finish to ensure timely delivery of goods or services
Answered incoming calls and emails, providing frontline customer support or assistance with product and service transactions
Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations
Demonstrated excellent communication skills in resolving product and consumer complaints
Customer Service Representative
Aegis/Teleperformance
Joplin, MO
06.2003 - 09.2005
Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner
Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, transactions and comments for future reference
Resolved complex problems by working with other departments to provide solutions that meet customer needs
Developed strong relationships with customers by providing personalized assistance and support
Mentored new employees on procedures and policies to maximize team performance
Improved customer service wait times to mitigate complaints
Uphold quality control policies and procedures to increase customer satisfaction
Assisted customers with making payments or establishing payment plans to bring accounts current
Asked probing questions to determine service needs and accurately input information into electronic systems
Assistant Manager
Steak N Shake
Joplin, MO
09.2001 - 01.2002
Proposed or approved modifications to project plans
Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes
Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel
Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals
Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations
Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation
Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day
Secured revenue, accurately monitoring transactions and deposits to eliminate discrepancies
Assisted supervisor in evaluating employee performance and cultivating improvement initiatives
Supervised receiving and stockroom activities to identify opportunities with inventory and prevent shrinkage
Completed inventory audits to identify losses and project demand
Enforced company policies and procedures to strengthen operational standards across departments
Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties
Hostess
Country Market Restaurant
Joplin, MO
05.1996 - 02.1998
Educated customers on menu items, product ingredients and nutritional values
Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change
Greeted customers upon arrival, provided menus and answered questions regarding menu items
Provided excellent customer service to maintain a positive atmosphere for guests
Completed opening and closing tasks such as setting up workstations, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies
Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner
Kept up-to-date knowledge of store policies regarding payments, returns and exchanges
Answered phone calls promptly to provide accurate information about menu items or prices
Kept restaurant lobby, front counter and restrooms neat and clean throughout shift
Wiped down tables and equipment, swept and refilled stock
Stocked shelves and cases with new or transferred items