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Chelsea Hinely

Little Mountain,SC

Summary

Results-oriented Customer Service Professional effective at uncovering customer needs, finding solutions and handling objections. Top performer with a consistent track record of meeting and exceeding goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

General Warehouse Associate

The Home Depot RDC
West Columbia, SC
07.2024 - Current

• Efficiently organized and maintained inventory in accordance with company standards

• Utilized forklifts and other equipment to safely transport materials within the warehouse

• Collaborated with team members to complete daily tasks in a timely manner

• Maintained a clean and organized work area, promoting safety and efficiency

• Followed all safety protocols and procedures while operating machinery or handling hazardous materials

• Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding any issues or concerns related to inventory or operations

  • Train new associates

Gift Shop Manager

The Peanut Man
Columbia, SC
08.2023 - 05.2024

• Customer service

• Open and count registers

• Run register

• Organize and display inventory

• Delegate daily tasks to associates

• Count and close registers

Operations Supervisor

True Fashionista's
Naples, FL
03.2022 - 08.2023

• Open store and registers

• Organize and stock inventory

• Customer service/ complaint resolutions

• Delegate daily tasks to associates

• Create daily break/lunch schedule

• Organize and maintain store sales floor

• Manage and maintain online sales

• Check and respond to emails and voicemails

• Count and close registers

Assistant Manager

Dollar Tree
Liverpool, NY
10.2020 - 03.2022

• Open/close store

• Count and verify all cash drawers and safe

• Receive and stock inventory

• Adjust and accommodate schedule changes

• General store maintenance

• Cashier

• Customer service

• Key holder

• Keep store paperwork up to date

3rd Key Manager

Pet Supermarket Inc.
02.2020 - 07.2020
  • Directed employees to create displays, upsell featured items and tidy store during assigned shifts.
  • Listened to and addressed customer concerns using creative problem-solving in accordance with company guidelines.
  • Counted registers and cleaned and secured shop at the beginning and end of shift.
  • Stocked, monitored and maintained inventory of diverse products.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.

Teacher

Bascol Before And After School Childcare On Location Inc.
04.2019 - 01.2020
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to reinforce student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Completed and filed all necessary paperwork for classroom activities, including meal count sheets and attendance logs.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.

Key Holder

Dunkin' Donuts
04.2019 - 01.2020
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases including in-store and e-service transactions.
  • Trained new associates on cash register operations including opening, conducting customer transactions and balancing drawer.
  • Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked and well-organized.
  • Educated customers on promotions to enhance sales.
  • Met sales targets consistently for each shift by positively engaging customers and delivering high levels of service.
  • Assisted with team responsibilities by cleaning, managing cash registers and product merchandising.
  • Performed as integral staff member in opening procedures.

Telemarketer

State Farm Insurance
01.2019 - 04.2019
  • Explained product prices and packages as well as answered questions and addressed concerns of customers.
  • Overcame objections using friendly, persuasive strategies.
  • Delivered scripted sales talks to customers reached via manual and automatic dialing systems.
  • Assisted with training and orientation of new employees.
  • Documented all customer inquiries and comments thoroughly and quickly.

Customer Service Representative

AAA
07.2017 - 12.2018
  • Maintained customer happiness with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Fielded diverse customer questions about issues such as available merchandise, current prices and upcoming company changes.
  • Evaluated account and service histories to identify trends, using data to mitigate future issues.
  • Achieved and consistently exceeded revenue quota through product and service promotion during routine calls.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services and company information.

Baker

The Cheesecake Factory
12.2016 - 07.2017
  • Cleaned and maintained bakery equipment.
  • Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
  • Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling and measuring ingredients.
  • Frosted and iced cakes and other desserts.
  • Replenished and rotated food items, following correct food cooling and storage procedures.
  • Filled out inventory and production sheets and informed head baker of stock levels.
  • Complied with all health and safety codes.

Sales Associate

TJMaxx
06.2016 - 12.2016
  • Analyzed and properly processed product returns, assisting customers with finding alternative merchandise to meet needs.
  • Applied security and loss prevention training toward recognizing risks and reducing store theft.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Implemented up-selling strategies, encompassing recommendation of accessories and complementary purchases.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.

Hostess

Delmonicos Italian Steakhouse
02.2016 - 05.2016
  • Supervised server balance and monitored table turnover to accurately seat customers and keep customers happy.
  • Monitored guests for intoxication and immediately reported concerns to management.
  • Watched dining area staff to evaluate server loads and calculate accurate wait times.
  • Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
  • Informed servers of newly seated parties for speedy service.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times.

Assistant Manager

Fastrack Marketing
06.2015 - 02.2016
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
  • Kept work areas clean, organized and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Handled customer service by dealing with complaints, organizing stock and answering customer questions.

Fundraising Coordinator

Chuck E. Cheese's
09.2013 - 08.2015
  • Maintained current knowledge of all team position requirements.
  • Set positive example for team members by providing high-quality, efficient service.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Resolved challenging customer complaints to full satisfaction, promoting brand loyalty and maximizing repeat business.
  • Applied knowledge of previous supply needs and forecasted business levels to estimate required supplies.
  • Greeted all customers with smile and provided friendly service to professionally handle every need.
  • Cleaned counters, food preparation areas and equipment with sanitizing spray to prevent cross-contamination from raw meat and other items.
  • Oversaw inventory management and supply ordering to maintain a fully stocked store.
  • Coordinated local CEC fundraisers.
  • Supervised and assisted with children of all ages.

Education

GED - undefined

Liverpool High School
Liverpool, NY
12.2016

Skills

  • Complaint resolution
  • Professional communication
  • Data entry
  • Training
  • Telemarketing expertise
  • Results-driven
  • Outbound and inbound calls
  • Child supervision
  • Customer service-oriented
  • Friendly and likeable

Timeline

General Warehouse Associate

The Home Depot RDC
07.2024 - Current

Gift Shop Manager

The Peanut Man
08.2023 - 05.2024

Operations Supervisor

True Fashionista's
03.2022 - 08.2023

Assistant Manager

Dollar Tree
10.2020 - 03.2022

3rd Key Manager

Pet Supermarket Inc.
02.2020 - 07.2020

Teacher

Bascol Before And After School Childcare On Location Inc.
04.2019 - 01.2020

Key Holder

Dunkin' Donuts
04.2019 - 01.2020

Telemarketer

State Farm Insurance
01.2019 - 04.2019

Customer Service Representative

AAA
07.2017 - 12.2018

Baker

The Cheesecake Factory
12.2016 - 07.2017

Sales Associate

TJMaxx
06.2016 - 12.2016

Hostess

Delmonicos Italian Steakhouse
02.2016 - 05.2016

Assistant Manager

Fastrack Marketing
06.2015 - 02.2016

Fundraising Coordinator

Chuck E. Cheese's
09.2013 - 08.2015

GED - undefined

Liverpool High School
Chelsea Hinely