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Brenda Weaver

Ephrata,PA

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Experienced with designing and executing compelling visual displays that attract and retain customers. Utilizes extensive knowledge of brand standards and retail trends to create cohesive and impactful presentations. Track record of collaborating with team members to meet and exceed merchandising goals.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Visual Merchandiser

Cocalico Creek Home
10.2023 - Current
  • Worked with store managers to implement new displays, promotions and store layout changes.
  • Revamped store layout to improve customer flow and overall shopping experience.
  • Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.
  • Assisted with special event planning and execution, incorporating creative visual elements to enhance the overall atmosphere and support promotional objectives.
  • Managed aesthetically pleasing displays to showcase company products and increase sales.
  • Enhanced store appeal and boosted visitor engagement by designing and implementing creative floral displays.

Server

Coffee Co
09.2023 - 01.2024
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.

House Cleaning

Self
09.2020 - 10.2023
  • Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing floors.
  • Emptied wastebaskets to transport trash and waste to disposal area.
  • Used vacuum cleaners to clean floors and carpets.
  • Created spotless surfaces by dusting, sweeping, vacuuming and mopping.
  • Mopped hardwood, laminate, ceramic, vinyl, glass and wood surfaces.
  • Hand-dusted and wiped down furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
  • Dusted picture frames and wall hangings with cloth.
  • Adhered to house cleaning checklist.
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in homes and commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
  • Washed and put away kitchen dishes, utensils and glassware.
  • Polished fixtures to achieve professional shine and appearance.
  • washed bed linens
  • kept upholstery vacuumed and clean and free of hair, dust, and pet hair


Manager

LifeNet Supplements
12.2021 - 09.2023
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.

Art Teacher

Homeschool Co-op
09.2018 - 04.2021
  • Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
  • Assisted students in developing unique artistic skills and techniques.
  • Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
  • Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
  • Developed and implemented various thematic lesson plans, utilizing age-appropriate material and focusing on relevant topics.
  • Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.
  • Evaluated and graded students' class work, performances, projects, assignments and papers.

Stay-at-home Homeschool Mom/teacher

Homeschool
09.2017 - 04.2021
  • Researched and chose appropriate curriculum to meet children's abilities and grade levels.
  • Researched multiple curricula, methodologies and perspectives as part of educational planning.
  • Adapted teaching methods and lesson plans to changing student needs.
  • Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate students.
  • Graded homework, quizzes, classwork and exams to report on progress of student achievements.
  • Led and coordinated [Type] educational activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
  • Submitted and assembled student portfolios for local school district to satisfy legal guidelines.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.

Decorative Painter

Basket Accessories
09.1998 - 09.1999
  • Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
  • Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
  • Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
  • Mixed and blended paints according to specified colors and consistency.
  • painted decorative designs on wooden basket lids
  • learned to paint new designs from other artists as well as created some of my own art designs

Education

GED -

RACC
02.2004

Skills

  • Quarterly Specials Memorization
  • Order Management
  • Table Bussing
  • Food Running
  • Bill Computation
  • Suggestive Selling
  • Point of Sale Operation
  • Menu Memorization
  • Food Station Setup
  • Dining Area Maintenance
  • Service Prioritization
  • Relationship Management
  • Food Sales and Promotion
  • High-Volume Dining
  • Product knowledge
  • Visual merchandising
  • Customer service
  • Creative vision
  • Customer experience
  • Seasonal displays
  • Product placement
  • Space planning
  • Guest engagement
  • Product display

Additional Information

I have had an art business side hustle for a few years, a pie baking business for a short time span, and was a stay-at home- mom for many years, managing all aspects of the household and family life. I have raised three children into well-rounded, reliable, honest, hard working, successful young adults as their primary parent. I have been a single parent for two years, being my youngest child's primary (100% care) parent from age 16 to present.

Skills

  • Food Delivery
  • Order Delivery Practices
  • Order Accuracy
  • Cash Handling
  • Ordering Procedures
  • Supply Restocking

hobbies

I enjoy creative pursuits of all kinds. Over the years I have dabbled in various art forms and crafting interests. I enjoy photography and took senior/family/wedding/engagement photos as a side hustle. I also had a small art business on the side for a few years, with my artwork being sold in several retail spaces and online. 

I enjoy floral design, interior decorating, and antiques and vintage shopping. My interests lie in anything pertaining to visual aesthetics and creating beauty in ones surroundings. 

Timeline

Visual Merchandiser

Cocalico Creek Home
10.2023 - Current

Server

Coffee Co
09.2023 - 01.2024

Manager

LifeNet Supplements
12.2021 - 09.2023

House Cleaning

Self
09.2020 - 10.2023

Art Teacher

Homeschool Co-op
09.2018 - 04.2021

Stay-at-home Homeschool Mom/teacher

Homeschool
09.2017 - 04.2021

Decorative Painter

Basket Accessories
09.1998 - 09.1999

GED -

RACC

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