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Caden Woodlander

Oakland

Summary

Hardworking employee with a solid background in providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Offering a positive attitude and a strong desire to learn and grow.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Policy Team Intern

Family Violence Law Center
05.2025 - Current
  • Conducts legislative research and tracks policy developments related to domestic violence, homelessness, and public safety.
  • Drafts policy briefs, fact sheets, and internal memos for organizational use.
  • Manages and creates social media content for public awareness campaigns.
  • Participates in team meetings, offering research support and note-taking for advocacy planning.

Cashier/Sales Associate

San Lorenzo Garden Center
05.2023 - 09.2024
  • Assisted customers with product selection based on their needs and preferences.
  • Maintained a high level of product knowledge to assist customers with any questions or concerns effectively.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, sales events, and store policies to provide accurate information to customers.
  • Trained new employees on operating cash registers, company policies, procedures, and best practices for delivering excellent customer service.
  • Processed purchase orders and assisted with invoicing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
  • Contributed ideas for improving business operations or enhancing customer experience based on feedback from customers or colleagues.
  • Performed opening/closing duties, including counting money in the register before/after shifts.

Food Service Worker

UC Santa Cruz Dining Services
09.2022 - 11.2022
  • Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
  • Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform to health codes.
  • Completed prepping, cleaning, and other kitchen duties to support cooks.
  • Resolved customer concerns and relayed relevant information to supervisors.
  • Stored food in designated areas following wrapping, dating, food safety, and rotation procedures.
  • Managed inventory of dining room condiments, linens, and flatware.

Farmer's Market Vendor

Rainbows-End Farm
04.2019 - 10.2020
  • Priced produce to achieve margin and sales goals while maintaining a competitive pricing profile.
  • Suggested additional products and services to achieve sales goals.
  • Stayed up-to-date on product specs and prices to accurately describe merchandise.
  • Explained products and prices to customers and demonstrated the use of products.
  • Resolved customer concerns and promptly answered inquiries to maintain satisfaction.

Education

Psychology, Fine Art

UC Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
01.2023

Skills

  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Attention to Detail
  • Quick learner
  • Problem Solving
  • Cash handling

Certification

CPR, AED, First Aid

Timeline

Policy Team Intern

Family Violence Law Center
05.2025 - Current

Cashier/Sales Associate

San Lorenzo Garden Center
05.2023 - 09.2024

Food Service Worker

UC Santa Cruz Dining Services
09.2022 - 11.2022

Farmer's Market Vendor

Rainbows-End Farm
04.2019 - 10.2020

Psychology, Fine Art

UC Santa Cruz