Aristides Herrarte
Providence,RI
Summary
Well-qualified administrative professional with remarkable typing skills, data entry expertise and goal-oriented mentality. Proficient in updating daily logs, investigating discrepancies and managing records. Focused on maximizing service, accuracy and efficiency and capable of working with little oversight.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Inside Sales Representative
Lansing Building Products
Lincoln, Rhode Island
08.2025 - Current
- Managed customer accounts and maintained relationships to ensure satisfaction.
- Conducted product presentations and demonstrations to potential clients.
- Processed orders accurately using internal sales software systems.
- Provided expert product knowledge to assist customers in decision-making.
- Resolved customer inquiries and issues promptly via phone and email communication.
- Assisted in training new sales representatives on company products and procedures.
- Provided customers with product information, pricing and availability.
- Followed up on pending orders and inquiries in a timely manner.
- Responded to customer inquiries quickly and professionally to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Generated sales through outbound calling and lead follow-up efforts using scripts and other phone techniques.
- Delivered superior customer support to improve account retention rate.
- Collaborated with team members to determine strategic sales approaches.
Prep Cook
LJ KITCHEN
Woonsocket, Rhode Island
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations while handling sharp knives or operating machinery.
- Seasoned cooked dishes properly before serving them.
- Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items and utensils.
- Kept the kitchen area clean at all times during shifts.
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
- Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and slicing vegetables.
- Discarded spoiled food items immediately following established procedures.
- Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
- Trained new employees on proper techniques of preparing meals safely.
- Maintained records of daily food usage in accordance with health regulations.
- Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
- Monitored inventory levels of all kitchen items and placed orders when needed.
- Assisted in serving meals to customers as needed.
- Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
- Maintained an accurate inventory of supplies needed for daily operations.
- Inspected finished dishes for quality assurance purposes.
- Heated sauces, soups and gravies according to specified methods.
- Cooked meats, fish, poultry or other foods using various methods such as baking, frying or grilling.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared correctly by tasting them before serving.
- Communicated effectively with fellow staff members regarding meal preparations.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Dressed, seasoned and garnished appetizers and salads to prepare for food service.
- Helped train and develop new talent.
- Maintained clean and orderly kitchen by regularly washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and taking out trash.
- Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
Clerk Cashier
M&J Supply CO., Inc
Providence, RI
10.2018 - 01.2025
- Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational
- Processed efficient and accurate cash, check, debit, and credit card payments using Point-of-Sale system
- Helped customers find specific products, answering questions and offering advice
- Maximized customer satisfaction by assisting customers complete purchases, locate items
- Stayed up to date on current item discounts to support promotions
- Answered phone calls to assist customers with questions and type orders
- Issued receipts, discussed return policies, and directed customers to pickup locations for larger merchandise
- Helped customer locate and select appropriate merchandise throughout store
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Prepared deposits according to established procedures.
- Maintained inventory levels of office supplies and equipment as needed.
- Processed customer orders promptly and accurately.
- Performed data entry tasks to update customer accounts records.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Organized physical files on an ongoing basis to ensure efficient retrieval times.
- Answered phones in a courteous manner while providing excellent customer service.
- Answered customer inquiries via phone and email.
- Utilized computer software programs to create reports, labels, forms.
- Processed payments, refunds, and exchanges accurately and efficiently.
- Greeted visitors in a friendly and professional manner while directing them appropriately.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Processed customer payments accurately and efficiently.
- Scanned documents into digital formats ensuring accuracy of content.
- Entered data into computer systems accurately and efficiently.
- Verified accuracy of all paperwork prior to submission for processing.
- Created memos, letters, emails, reports, presentations as requested by management.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for confidential documents.
- Received and distributed incoming mail, messages and packages to appropriate individuals.
- Supported office clerical functions using word processing and other software, email and office machines.
- Followed confidentiality rules to preserve data quality and reduce potential information compromise.
- Performed data entry and recordkeeping tasks to track company correspondence and updates.
- Answered multi-line telephone system and routed calls to appropriate personnel.
- Delivered high-quality customer service through deep commitment to knowledge and performance.
- Operated cash register to process cash, check, and credit card transactions.
- Communicated with customers and employees to answer questions or explain information.
- Communicated with customers, employees and vendors to answer questions and address complaints.
- Answered telephones, directed calls, and took messages.
- Typed, formatted and edited correspondence and other documents.
- Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information or respond to requests.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for office personnel.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
Education
GED -
Miami Lakes Educational Center
Miami Lakes, FL08.2015
Skills
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Dish preparation
- Foodservice sanitation
- Equipment cleaning and maintenance
- Recipe preparation
- Team-oriented
- Multitasking
- Active listener
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Punctual and honest
- Grilling
- Frying
- Kitchen equipment cleaning
- Spreadsheet development
- Billing and Invoicing
- Peer relationships
- Handling payments
- Driver communications
- Team assistance
- Processing mail
- Database management
- File management
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Quality control
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Efficient multitasking
- Customer assistance
- Conflict resolution
- Sales support
- Critical thinking
- Strong teamwork
- Email management
- POS systems expert
- Paperwork processing
- Multi-task management
- Data entry
- Appointment scheduling
- Money handling
- Creative problem solving
- Product knowledge
- Customer relationship management
- Negotiation skills
- Attention to detail
- Exceptional customer service
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Email and phone etiquette
- Bilingual (Spanish and English)
Timeline
Inside Sales Representative
Lansing Building Products
08.2025 - Current
Prep Cook
LJ KITCHEN
01.2025 - 08.2025
Clerk Cashier
M&J Supply CO., Inc
10.2018 - 01.2025
GED -
Miami Lakes Educational Center