Australia Alston
Teacher, Sales Associate, Leader
19606 Park Row Dr, Houston,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Reliable and upbeat as successful at promoting customer loyalty, satisfaction and purchases with consultative techniques and diligent attention to individual needs. Knowledgeable about product merchandising, payment processing and cleaning. Dedicated and dependable relationship-builder with excellent organizational strengths and superior work ethic. Creative, vibrant Youth Program Assistant experienced in developing fun, educational activities for young campers. Easily built rapport with children, teens and parents to ease transition to camp. Solid event-planning and organizational skills. Caring professional promoting expertise in planning activities and providing guidance in different assignments. Confident Child Youth Program Assistant known for following directions, having a strong work ethic and communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
12
12
Years of School
2
2
Years of Early ChildHood Education and Business
Work History
Front End Associate
Target
Houston, Texas
10.2023 - Current
- Drove customer loyalty and consistent sales through friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Replaced merchandise stock throughout check-out lines and end-cap displays.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Team Member
Chick Fil A
Houston, Texas
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Broke down boxes and cartons, disposing of refuse in proper cardboard receptacles.
- Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
- Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
- Assisted with inventory counts and stocking of merchandise.
Barista
Starbucks
Katy, Texas
04.2021 - 04.2023
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
- Completed successful daily cash audits to correctly balance drawers at end of shifts.
- Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
Church Youth Leader
Bissonet Baptist Church
Houston, Texas
07.2015 - 05.2022
- Engaged youth by following, implementing, and assisting in creating lesson plans.
- Counseled youth by providing wisdom and guidance to help overcome and face interpersonal issues.
Cashier
Party City
Katy, Texas
02.2020 - 01.2021
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
Cashier
Five Below
Katy, Texas
04.2019 - 09.2019
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
Education
Diploma -
Cypress Springs High School
Cypress, TX 08.2018 - 06.2019
Bachelors - Early Childhood Education
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ 05.2022 - Current
Skills
Merchandising and display assembly
Additional Information
Volunteered at Houston Food Bank
Volunteer at Toy drives
Graduated with a 3.0 GPA
Timeline
Front End Associate
Target
10.2023 - Current
Team Member
Chick Fil A
12.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelors - Early Childhood Education
Arizona State University
05.2022 - Current
Barista
Starbucks
04.2021 - 04.2023
Cashier
Party City
02.2020 - 01.2021
Cashier
Five Below
04.2019 - 09.2019
Diploma -
Cypress Springs High School
08.2018 - 06.2019
Church Youth Leader
Bissonet Baptist Church
07.2015 - 05.2022