Avery Nelson
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Adaptable professional with experience in modeling, sales, and food service. Proven success in building strong customer relationships, efficient cash handling, and team collaboration. Skilled in POS systems, safe food handling, and staff training, bringing problem-solving and excellent people skills to support operational excellence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Modeling
Endless Modeling Management
01.2024 - Current
- Adapted quickly to changing environments for continued professionalism under pressure.
- Remained focused, motivated and professional throughout long shoots and events.
- Collaborated effectively with fellow models, photographers, stylists, and makeup artists to create cohesive and successful projects.
Sales Associate
Maru Sushi and Grill
09.2019 - 08.2024
- Worked as a host, to-go, bartender, and server throughout my career at Maru.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for seamless onboarding experience.
Food Service Worker
What's The Scoop
03.2014 - 09.2019
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
Education
Associate of Arts - Pre-Art
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids05.2024
High School Diploma -
Hudsonville High School
Hudsonville, MI06.2020
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Excellent people skills, and outgoing personality
- Safe food handling: FIFO, allergen knowledge, cross-contamination
- POS system skills: cash handling, discounts, payment processing
- Training staff with the ability to delegate tasks and work with them to effectively reach management's goals
Timeline
Modeling
Endless Modeling Management
01.2024 - Current
Sales Associate
Maru Sushi and Grill
09.2019 - 08.2024
Food Service Worker
What's The Scoop
03.2014 - 09.2019
Associate of Arts - Pre-Art
Grand Rapids Community College
High School Diploma -
Hudsonville High School
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