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Bree Kalfs

Royal Oak,MI

Summary

Upbeat, customer-focused Sales Associate with 10 years of experience in retail environments. Flexible and approachable, with strong organizational, and time management skills. Delivers memorable guest experience through welcoming interactions and extensive product knowledge.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales Executive

COTY Inc., R&D
Novi, MI
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to meet customer needs and increase revenue.
  • Provided customers with advice on selecting the right products, colors and techniques for their desired look.
  • Assisted in product selection by providing information about ingredients, pricing and availability.
  • Performed inventory management tasks such as restocking shelves with new items.

Freelance Makeup Artist

Self Employed Services
02.2021 - Current
  • Maintained regular client list and successfully handled new clients.
  • Increased revenue through effective customer service and inventory management.
  • Kept up-to-date with style industry standards, trends, and techniques to provide optimal aesthetics services to every client.
  • Provided pre- and post-service consultations to accurately assess clients' needs.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.

Bartender/Server

Renshaw Lounge
01.2020 - Current
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.

Education

Esthetician License - Esthetics

Multimedia Makeup Academy
Troy, MI
04.2023

High School Diploma -

Flushing High School
Flushing, MI
05.2014

Skills

  • Clear and Effective Communication
  • Networking
  • Exceeds Sales Goals
  • Market Trends Understanding
  • New Hire Training
  • Customer Service
  • Professional Networking
  • Responsible Serving
  • Cash Handling and Management

Certification

  • TIPS Certified
  • Bridal Artist Certified

Timeline

Sales Executive

COTY Inc., R&D
08.2023 - Current

Freelance Makeup Artist

Self Employed Services
02.2021 - Current

Bartender/Server

Renshaw Lounge
01.2020 - Current

Esthetician License - Esthetics

Multimedia Makeup Academy

High School Diploma -

Flushing High School
Bree Kalfs