Blake Neville
Poughkeepsie
Summary
Dynamic and reliable professional with extensive experience in customer service and food presentation at SUNY Fredonia. Proven ability to enhance efficiency and accuracy in cash handling, while mentoring staff to improve performance. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, bringing creativity and attention to detail to every project.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Caterer
SUNY Fredonia
09.2024 - Current
- Presented food and beverages on buffet tables and drink stations in line with formality and specifications of each event.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Replenished banquet stations and verified food temperatures and cleanliness of service areas.
- Transported meal and beverage trays from kitchen and bar areas to serve guest tables.
- Set up and disassembled food service stations, equipment and furniture per contract specifications.
Cashier
Stop & Shop
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
Cashier
Tops Friendly Markets
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
Cashier
Tops Friendly Markets
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
Cashier
Market Fresh
04.2021 - 07.2023
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Animation/Illustration & Graphic Design
SUNY At Fredonia
Fredonia, NY05-2026
Associate of Science - Visual Arts
Dutchess Community College
Poughkeepsie, NY05-2023
High School Diploma -
Poughkeepsie High School
Poughkeepsie, NY06-2021
Skills
- Logo creation
- Animation basics
- Concept development
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom
- Digital & traditional illustration
- Customer service
- Reliability and punctuality
- Written and verbal communication
- Cash register systems
- Food presentation
Timeline
Caterer
SUNY Fredonia
09.2024 - Current
Cashier
Stop & Shop
06.2024 - 01.2025
Cashier
Tops Friendly Markets
08.2023 - 05.2024
Cashier
Tops Friendly Markets
07.2023 - 01.2024
Cashier
Market Fresh
04.2021 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Animation/Illustration & Graphic Design
SUNY At Fredonia
Associate of Science - Visual Arts
Dutchess Community College
High School Diploma -
Poughkeepsie High School
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