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Cara Palantino

Cara Palantino

Marlton,NJ

Summary

Organized and upbeat communication professional with 10 years of successful performance in a solitary retail company. Dedicated team player with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working independently under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in an industry where my strong coordinating abilities shine and persevere.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ

NJ Real Estate License -

Garden State Real Estate Academy
Cherry Hill, NJ
2024

Skills

  • Real Estate professional
  • Event Coordination and Execution
  • Computer proficienty
  • Leadership
  • Interpersonal communications
  • Strong multitasking
  • Engaging personality
  • Organizational ability
  • Customer service expertise
  • Service-oriented mindset
  • Marketing

Certification

State Food Safety certification valid September 2025

Timeline

Bartender

The Chicken Or The Egg
02.2023 - 03.2024

Bakery Production Team Member

Whole Foods Market
05.2014 - 08.2021

Assistant Bakery Team Leader

Whole Foods Market
02.2007 - 02.2008

Bakery Retail Supervisor

Whole Foods Market
12.2005 - 02.2007

Demo Coordinator/Assistant to the Marketing Director

Whole Foods Market
10.2004 - 11.2005

Supervisor of Communications

Rowan University
06.2003 - 08.2003

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Rowan University

NJ Real Estate License -

Garden State Real Estate Academy

Work History

Bakery Production Team Member

Whole Foods Market
05.2014 - 08.2021
  • Provided superior customer service to promote guest satisfaction, brand loyalty and consistent revenue.
  • Stocked merchandise and back inventory, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to date (FIFO) in accordance with Sore Process Requirements and assist in monthly inventory
  • Work independently executing in all sub teams of department: mixing, overnight bake off , coffee bar, decorating prep, retail.
  • Recognized globally within company as a 2 year running ALL STAR

Assistant Bakery Team Leader

Whole Foods Market
02.2007 - 02.2008
  • Assist Bakery TL with all leadership responsibilities including payroll, inventory, schedule, hiring, buying, and TM issues.
  • Maintain all aspects of the sub departments including bread, pastry, mixing, retail, and coffee/gelato bar Communicate efficiently with STL group, TL group and TM's to uphold a consistent and professional relationship.
  • Managed customer service operations, including taking orders and resolving complaints.

Bakery Retail Supervisor

Whole Foods Market
12.2005 - 02.2007
  • Perform daily bakery retail procedures to ensure the department was maintained accordingly.
  • Execute merchandising strategies according to sales, holidays, seasons, and regional promotion.
  • Set and updated weekly work schedules to meet coverage demands by considering factors like expected customer levels, planned promotions and individual employee strengths.

Demo Coordinator/Assistant to the Marketing Director

Whole Foods Market
10.2004 - 11.2005
  • Perform product demonstrations to sell merchandise and educate customers, while adhering to sanitation guidelines
  • Assist Marketing Specialist with in-store and community based events, classes, birthdays, store tours, and holiday catering sales.
  • Organized and executed robust, creative experiential marketing events.
  • Evaluated data on stock levels, customer sales and other factors, assessed trends and reported on findings to help senior management make effective operational decisions.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.

Supervisor of Communications

Rowan University
06.2003 - 08.2003
  • Directed four counselors in educating over 100 incoming freshman in social skills and campus awareness
  • Developed large group information sessions for students including professional staff and guest speakers.
  • Organized food and beverage service for daily meals, special events, and weekend staff members.

Bartender

The Chicken Or The Egg
02.2023 - 03.2024
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

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