APRIL HUTCHINSON
Paia,HI
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong background in customer service and team leadership. Demonstrated success in developing strategies that enhance customer relationships and boost sales. Aiming to apply these skills in a fast-paced airline environment as a flight attendant.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Mangager
Ottesen's Ace Hardware
Wrangell, Alaska
02.2022 - 06.2026
- Developed strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
- Implemented effective merchandising strategies to maximize product visibility.
- Oversaw inventory management, including stock ordering and product displays.
- Managed daily store operations and ensured compliance with company policies.
- Supervised staff, providing training and support to enhance team performance.
- Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
- Developed and maintained strong customer relationships through exceptional service.
Office Manager
Ottesen's Ace Hardware
Wrangell, Alask
03.2021 - 02.2022
- Managed payroll activities, overseeing timesheet submissions and approval processes.
- Executed bookkeeping tasks, processing invoices and tracking expenses to support financial accuracy.
- Conducted month-end close activities for accounts payable functions.
- Reconciled bank statements and created journal entries accurately and efficiently.
- Performed daily opening and closing duties with precise cash handling to ensure financial integrity.
- Maintained organized office systems, improving operational efficiency and professional presentation.
- Executed daily administrative functions with attention to detail and timeliness.
Bartender - Server - Bookkeeper - Kitchen Prep
BPOE Elk's Lodge #1595
01.2013 - 03.2021
- Served cocktails and food to members
- Crafted unique drink recipes, elevating guests' overall experience
- Promoted events through social media and flyers, increasing attendance and engagement
- Balanced Tills and daily sales
- Conducted monthly inventory and weekly food ordering, ensuring adequate supply for kitchen operations
- Scheduling and managing 5+ employees
Esthetician - Receptionist
Island Salon
10.2017 - 03.2020
- Spearheaded launch of skin care initiative in community
- Established over 70 clients within first year
- Meet and greet clients, schedule appointments and order product
- Completed esthetician training program
Esthetician
Metro Oasis
11.2018 - 02.2019
- Administered facials and body treatments using quality products and techniques.
- Provided personalized skin care consultations to assess client needs.
- Educated clients on proper skin care routines and product usage.
- Achieved Alaska State certification through successful completion of training and examinations
Education
Certified Esthetician - Skin Care
Metro Oasis
Anchorage02-2019
INTERNATIONAL AIR ACADEMY
Vancouver, WABusiness Foucus
HIGHLINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
DesMoines, WASPOKANE FALLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Skills
- Merchandising strategies
- Sales strategy
- Sales driven
- Training and development
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Computer proficiency
- Professional reliability
- Interpersonal skills
Professional License
Licensed Esthetician, Metro Oasis, 11/01/18, 02/01/19, Alaska State Certified
Timeline
Store Mangager
Ottesen's Ace Hardware
02.2022 - 06.2026
Office Manager
Ottesen's Ace Hardware
03.2021 - 02.2022
Esthetician
Metro Oasis
11.2018 - 02.2019
Esthetician - Receptionist
Island Salon
10.2017 - 03.2020
Bartender - Server - Bookkeeper - Kitchen Prep
BPOE Elk's Lodge #1595
01.2013 - 03.2021
Certified Esthetician - Skin Care
Metro Oasis
INTERNATIONAL AIR ACADEMY
Business Foucus
HIGHLINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
SPOKANE FALLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE