Ashley Meas
Chanhassen
Summary
I am a skilled communicator and a reliable team player, adept at relationship-building and customer support. I excelled in fast-paced environments, consistently met sales quotas, and streamlined payment processes, showing strong adaptability. I am an ambitious individual with strong organizational and multitasking skills. I am ready to apply my knowledge and skills to any challenge.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier
Costco Wholesale Corp
Chaska
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Maintained clean and safe checkout area through regular sanitation, promoting a welcoming environment.
- Greeted customers and promptly addressed needs to enhance shopping experience.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Returned items to their proper locations to maintain store order.
- Checked personal identifications during alcohol and tobacco sales.
Chemical Dependency Technician
Pathway House
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and assisting with activities of daily living.
- Motivated and supported patients throughout recovery, contributing to their overall engagement and progress.
- Facilitated open dialogue among clients, enhancing therapeutic relationships and fostering a safe environment.
- Administered oral medications and hypodermic injections, following physician's prescriptions and hospital procedures.
- Observed and influenced patients' behavior by teaching, counseling, and befriending.
- Participated in rounds with psychiatrists, psychologists, and other medical professionals.
- Monitored patients' physical and emotional well-being, promptly reporting concerns to medical staff to ensure appropriate interventions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress and interventions utilized.
Customer Service Associate
Home Depot
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Demonstrated strong communication skills while interacting with customers over the phone, via email, or in person.
- Assisted customers with product selection, order entry, and payment processing.
- Processed payments accurately according to company guidelines while maintaining high levels of security.
- Resolved customer issues promptly, ensuring satisfaction and retention.
- Displayed professionalism when dealing with difficult customers by remaining calm under pressure.
- Handled escalated calls by actively listening to customer needs and providing tailored solutions.
- Conferred with customers by telephone or in person to provide product or service information.
- Built trust with customer accounts through open and interactive communication.
- Coordinated with other departments to verify customer order fulfillment.
- Assisted with closing duties such as counting money and reconciling receipts.
- Processed return orders by issuing return material authorizations and validating returns.
Meat/Dairy/Frozen Team Member
Target
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Learned all required tasks rapidly to maximize performance.
- Addressed and resolved customer complaints politely and professionally.
- Assisted customers in locating items throughout the store.
- Performed opening and closing duties, including store cleaning and restocking.
- Stocked shelves according to planograms and faced merchandise for visibility.
Sales Associate
Home Depot
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories, and completing purchases.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices, and availability both in person and over the phone.
- Encouraged customers to make additional purchases and suggested relevant items.
- Introduced promotions and sale opportunities, enticing customers.
Food Service Team Member
Lifetime Cafe
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to enhance service.
- Demonstrated knowledge of menu items and corresponding ingredients.
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines mandated by regulatory agencies and the company.
- Operated cash registers, handled money transactions, and accurately processed credit and debit card payments.
- Organized inventory of supplies needed for daily operations.
- Monitored food quality throughout the shift to ensure the freshness of the product.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chanhassen High School
Chanhassen, Minnesota06-2021
Some College (No Degree) - Veterinary Technician
Dakota County Technical College
Rosemount, MN05-2026
Skills
- Excellent Customer Service
- Customer Engagement
- Store Opening and Closing
- Reliable and Punctual
- Strong Work Ethic
- Adaptability
- Flexible Schedule
- Active Listening
- Empathy and patience
- Relationship Building
References
Available Upon Request
Awards
- Homer Award for Excellent Customer Service at Home Depot
- Homer Award for Entrepreneurial Spirit at Home Depot
Timeline
Cashier
Costco Wholesale Corp
08.2024 - 02.2025
Chemical Dependency Technician
Pathway House
04.2024 - 05.2024
Customer Service Associate
Home Depot
06.2023 - 08.2023
Meat/Dairy/Frozen Team Member
Target
02.2023 - 05.2023
Sales Associate
Home Depot
05.2022 - 08.2022
Food Service Team Member
Lifetime Cafe
06.2019 - 09.2019
High School Diploma -
Chanhassen High School
Some College (No Degree) - Veterinary Technician
Dakota County Technical College