Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
Organized promotional displays or arrange merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales.
Reconciled transactions at end of shift using appropriate forms and reports to verify accuracy of transactions.
Identified discrepancies between actual count and register balance; made corrections accordingly.
Kept records of purchases; maintained orderly appearance of checkout area; restocked supplies as needed.
Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
Performed other duties as assigned by management.
Office Assistant
Bela Flor Nurseries
Henderson, Texas
04.2021 - 03.2023
Greeted visitors, determined their needs and directed them to the appropriate personnel.
Provided administrative support to staff members, including copying and scanning documents, filing paperwork, and ordering supplies.
Organized office operations and procedures, such as managing calendars, scheduling appointments, preparing reports and maintaining records.
Answered incoming calls in a professional manner and directed callers to the appropriate personnel.
Managed office supply inventory by tracking orders and ensuring adequate stock levels are maintained at all times.
Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and efficiently.
Assisted with special projects as needed by researching information on the internet or through other sources.
Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents to improve organizational workflow.
Utilized office equipment such as printers, copiers, and fax machines efficiently.
Assisted in the onboarding process for new hires by preparing workspaces and materials.
Facilitated communication within the office and with external partners.
Maintained filing systems, both electronic and physical, for easy document retrieval.
Receptionist
MTC East Texas Treatment Facility
Henderson, Texas
05.2019 - 04.2020
Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
Scheduled appointments for clients, and other visitors.
Verified visitors' identification cards before allowing access to the building.
Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and promptly.
Assisted in maintaining office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
Managed all incoming mail distribution, courier services, faxes, and photocopying documents as requested.
Provided administrative support to staff members including typing letters, filing documents, and scanning and copying documents when necessary.
Monitored security cameras in the lobby area to ensure safety of employees and guests.
Updated daily log book with information about visitors entering the premises.
Created badges for temporary personnel who entered the building on a daily basis.
Ensured that all necessary forms were completed accurately prior to submitting them for processing.
Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with both internal and external.
Correctional Officer
MTC East Texas Treatment Facility
Henderson, Texas
02.2019 - 05.2019
Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
Inspecting the offender's mail and personal belongings.
Functioning as a part of a team to resolve crisis.
Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
Investigated incidents involving prisoners or staff to determine who was responsible for any violations of policies or procedures.
Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.