Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Carvas Pickens

Atlanta,GA

Summary

To obtain a position that will use and enhance the skills I have acquired through education and previous work history, to ensure growth within a company poised in its field. I'm very eager to join and contribute my exceptional knowledge, and dynamic people skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Poker Dealer

World Series of Poker (WSOP)
Las Vegas, NV
03.2022 - Current
  • Employed knowledge of game rules and regulations to deal the appropriate amount of cards at specific intervals, and facilitate fast-paced, congenial gameplay
  • Engaged patrons in conversation to promote a positive customer experience
  • Explained house and game rules while facilitating dialogue between guests.
  • Calculated and assessed players' cards against the house and competition to quickly ascertain game results, determine winning hands, player bets, and the correct rotation of gameplay
  • Maintained an enjoyable environment by entertaining and engaging with players at the tables
  • Greeted incoming guests with enthusiasm to promote fun, memorable and exciting experiences

Poker Dealer

MGM Grand
Las Vegas, NV
04.2021 - 05.2025
  • Explained rules, took bets, and delivered payouts to facilitate a smooth movement of the game
  • Calculated and assessed players' cards against the house and competition to quickly ascertain game results
  • Determine winning hands, player bets, and the correct rotation of gameplay.
  • Engaged patrons in conversation to promote a positive customer experience, explain house and game rules, or facilitate dialogue between guests
  • Employed knowledge of game rules and regulations to deal the appropriate amount of cards at specific intervals, and facilitate fast-paced, congenial gameplay

Sales Lead Manager

Metro by T-Mobile
Las Vegas, NV
02.2021 - 04.2022
  • Handled all day to day operations i.e. returns, inventory, and employees performance improvement
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Calmed down angry guests or patrons using skills in active listening and positive engagement.
  • Selling/upselling additional items and features.
  • Responsible for meeting weekly and monthly Goals

Lead Server

Dennys Corp
Las Vegas, NV
07.2019 - 05.2020
  • Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials (wine and desserts) to increase profit.
  • Restocked nonperishable food items, condiments, and napkins to keep the pantry well-supplied.
  • Collaborated with the host, busser, and cook to efficiently serve food and beverage options.
  • Greeted incoming guests with enthusiasm to promote a fun, memorable, and exciting experience.
  • Maintained an enjoyable environment by entertaining and engaging with customers at tables.
  • Managed 12+ servers and staff members to effectively foster a team-oriented environment
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.

Teller

Veterans Currency Exchange
St Louis, Missouri
02.2018 - 06.2019
  • Fulfilled diverse duties to provide customer service, operate the money counter, and balance/replenish ATMs
  • Processed customer transactions efficiently and accurately, while also maintaining and opening new accounts
  • Balanced daily cash deposits and vault inventory, with a zero error rate.
  • Processed cash withdrawals and examined checks for identification, fraud, and endorsement
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of foreign currency rates and regulations.

Health Outreach Specialist

Community Wellness Project
St Louis, Missouri
03.2017 - 03.2019
  • Counseled patients on an ongoing basis to assist with challenges
  • Maintain the program participant board.
  • Tested clients for STDs and HIV/AIDS while referring them to other community resources
  • I educated clients about treatment options and answered all related questions
  • Drafted and revised reports, articles, and background papers.
  • Promoted healthy habits and practices in outreach materials and presentations
  • Maintained a pipeline of qualified candidates and gathered community resources while coordinating referrals to obtain services
  • Helped patients navigate the healthcare system and care options by educating them on relevant subject areas and answering questions throughout the treatment process

Education

Misfits Specialized Poker Course
Las Vegas NV
04.2022

High School Diploma -

Central Visual/Perf. Arts High School
St Louis, MO
05.2009

Some College (No Degree) - Criminology

Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO

Associate of Science - General Studies

Saint Louis Community College
St. Louis, MO

Skills

  • Observations and assessments
  • Sales
  • Office clerical
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Management
  • Payout procedures
  • Dealer training
  • Card shuffling
  • Multitasking
  • Critical thinking
  • Leadership and team building
  • Customer service
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Social perceptiveness
  • Windows 7 operating system
  • Organized/Efficient
  • Project management
  • Interpersonal/Active Listener

Accomplishments

  • Facilitators Skill Training
  • Debate Club
  • Enhances Skills Building Course
  • Leadership Qualities Training
  • Student Club
  • First Year Student Government
  • Management Training
  • Community Mapping
  • Nevada Game Boarding License
  • Alcohol Awareness Training
  • Health Card
  • Senior Class Vice President

Timeline

Poker Dealer

World Series of Poker (WSOP)
03.2022 - Current

Poker Dealer

MGM Grand
04.2021 - 05.2025

Sales Lead Manager

Metro by T-Mobile
02.2021 - 04.2022

Lead Server

Dennys Corp
07.2019 - 05.2020

Teller

Veterans Currency Exchange
02.2018 - 06.2019

Health Outreach Specialist

Community Wellness Project
03.2017 - 03.2019

Misfits Specialized Poker Course

High School Diploma -

Central Visual/Perf. Arts High School

Some College (No Degree) - Criminology

Southeast Missouri State University

Associate of Science - General Studies

Saint Louis Community College

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