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Ava Hays

Waukee,IA

Summary

Utilized exceptional customer service skills to drive customer satisfaction and optimize operational efficiency at Hiking Dog Co. Adept at fostering teamwork and solving complex problems, with a strong focus on time management. Seeking a dynamic full-time role that leverages my expertise in customer-facing interactions, problem-solving, and process improvement to deliver exceptional results

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Hiking Dog Co.
08.2023 - Current
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.

Kennel Attendant

Its a Ruff Life
02.2022 - 08.2023
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary kennel environment through daily cleaning tasks, ensuring the comfort and well-being of all animals.
  • Monitored and maintained food and water of boarded animals according to animal dietary health guidelines.
  • Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive and compassionate service during pet drop-offs and pickups.
  • Demonstrated a strong commitment to animal care by working flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Produce Clerk

Fareway
02.2020 - 02.2022
  • Enhanced product quality by regularly inspecting, rotating, and culling fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Maintained safe, neat, and clean working environment and closely monitored for wet floors or other hazards.
  • Maintained a clean and organized produce section by promptly removing damaged or expired items, sanitizing surfaces, and restocking shelves.
  • Checked for outdated and overripe grocery items and removed from inventory.
  • Inspected floor displays, noted missing items, and immediately replenished merchandise.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

DMACC
Ankeny, IA
05.2026

High School Diploma -

Waukee Northwest High School
Waukee, IA
05.2024

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Verbal/written communication
  • Listening Skills

Affiliations

  • Cadet at West Des Moines PD

Timeline

Sales Associate

Hiking Dog Co.
08.2023 - Current

Kennel Attendant

Its a Ruff Life
02.2022 - 08.2023

Produce Clerk

Fareway
02.2020 - 02.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

DMACC

High School Diploma -

Waukee Northwest High School
Ava Hays