Avary Gunsallus
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable professional with a proven track record of delivering exceptional customer service and enhancing team collaboration. Leveraged expertise in fashion design, tailoring, and painting. I have worked with many repetitive clients, always meeting their goals and deadlines. I am self-motivated and my main goal is customer satisfaction and helping others with my best knowledge and experience.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Barista
Bloom Sum Cafe
Lock Haven, PA
06.2024 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Assisted in inventory management to maintain adequate stock levels and reduce wastage.
Ladies Tailor
Self Employed Services
Lock Haven, PA
11.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with clients to create unique clothing designs, resulting in an increase in repeat business.
- Conducted fittings with clients to ensure proper garment sizing, taking into account personal preferences and comfort levels.
- Reduced turnaround times for orders by effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Increased efficiency by streamlining the tailoring process through meticulous organization of workspaces and tools.
- Achieved mastery of various sewing techniques to produce intricate patterns and detailed embellishments on garments.
- Improved garment fit and comfort with expert alterations and precise measurements.
- Implemented creative solutions for various garment issues, resulting in increased customer satisfaction rates.
- Consistently met strict deadlines by prioritizing workload efficiently under tight time constraints.
Artist
Self Employed Services
New York, NY
01.2016 - Current
- Designed custom artwork for clients, meeting their creative vision and ensuring satisfaction with the final product.
- Utilized social media platforms proactively to promote personal brand awareness while engaging with potential clients or collaborators regularly.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.N
- Sold original art pieces through online platforms, gallery exhibitions, and direct customer interactions, generating consistent revenue streams while maintaining an active artist presence within the community.
- Generated increased commissions by effectively networking at art fairs and social events, showcasing portfolio to potential clients.
- Curated several successful art shows, selecting and arranging pieces that spoke to diverse themes and audiences.
- Led collaborative mural projects in community spaces, fostering local engagement and beautifying urban areas.
- Boosted online art portfolio visibility, optimizing website SEO and regularly updating content with recent works and exhibitions.
Sewing Instructor
The Fashion Class
New York, NY
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, adjusting lesson plans as needed to cater to individual strengths and weaknesses.
- Designed creative assignments that challenged students to apply their knowledge of sewing techniques in unique ways.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by maintaining an organized, well-equipped, and inviting sewing classroom.
- Delivered engaging lectures on the history of fashion design and textiles, fostering greater appreciation for the craft among students.
- Conducted regular safety training sessions for proper use of sewing machines and tools, reducing incidence of classroom accidents significantly.
- Mentored beginner sewers, helping them advance their skills and build confidence in their abilities.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans, covering various sewing techniques for diverse skill levels.
Seamstress Assistant
Levis Strauss & Co
New York, NY
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Adapted quickly to new tasks or responsibilities as required by fluctuating project demands.
- Aided in the successful completion of large-scale projects through effective teamwork and collaboration with fellow assistants.
- Minimized errors in final products by carefully following design instructions provided by the lead seamstress or designer.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning and training on advanced sewing techniques.
- Ensured timely completion of projects, prioritizing tasks based on deadlines and workload.
- Collaborated with lead seamstress on complex alterations, achieving precise fit and finish.
- Bolstered workplace safety by adhering to best practices when using sewing machines and handling sharp tools.
- Contributed to customer satisfaction by ensuring accurate measurements for custom-fit garments.
Sales Associate
Ted Baker London
New York, NY
04.2021 - 12.2021
- 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.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
Visual Merchandiser
Hennes & Mauritz
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Worked with store managers to implement new displays, promotions and store layout changes.
- Managed mannequin styling, ensuring alignment with current fashion trends and company branding guidelines.
- Trained and supervised junior team members in visual merchandising techniques for consistent brand presentation across the store.
- Revamped store layout to improve customer flow and overall shopping experience, resulting in better customer satisfaction ratings.
- Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.
- Created interior displays to promote products in alignment with corporate sales objectives.
Camp Counselor
Trailblazers
New York, NY
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
- Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
- Enhanced camper experience by organizing and leading engaging activities tailored to various age groups.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss strategies for improvement in areas such as programming, behavior management, and staff training.
- Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
- Facilitated team-building exercises that encouraged collaboration among peers while improving interpersonal skills among participants.
Restaurant Hostess
Haywoods on the Green
Lock Haven, PA
01.2019 - 10.2019
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by handling telephone inquiries while attending to in-person guest needs seamlessly.
- Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Maintained an organized waitlist for busy times, ensuring efficient seating of guests.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Provided exceptional service through friendly interactions with customers, answering questions and addressing concerns.
Education
Marymount Manhattan College
New York, NY 09.2020 - 05.2021
Skills
- Friendly and outgoing
- Team Player
- Cash Handling
- Opening and closing duties
- Active listener
- Cleanliness
- Exceptional customer service
- Team Leadership
- Adaptive and creative
- Cash Register Operation
- Espresso machine operation
- Safe Food Handling
- Beverage Preparation
- Excellent memory
- Safe Food Handling Practices
- POS Systems
- Menu Memorization
- Hospitality service expertise
- Latte art
- Up-selling
- Sales expertise
- Product displays
- Retail Management
- Graphic Design
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Problem-Solving
- Reliable and Dependable
- Hospitality and Professionalism
- Multitasking
- Flexible Schedule
- Customer Retention
Languages
English
Full Professional
German
Elementary
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Barista
Bloom Sum Cafe
06.2024 - Current
Ladies Tailor
Self Employed Services
11.2023 - Current
Sewing Instructor
The Fashion Class
04.2023 - 10.2023
Seamstress Assistant
Levis Strauss & Co
01.2022 - 01.2023
Sales Associate
Ted Baker London
04.2021 - 12.2021
Marymount Manhattan College
09.2020 - 05.2021
Camp Counselor
Trailblazers
06.2020 - 08.2020
Visual Merchandiser
Hennes & Mauritz
01.2020 - 12.2020
Restaurant Hostess
Haywoods on the Green
01.2019 - 10.2019
Artist
Self Employed Services
01.2016 - Current