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Cherese Baluha

West Haven,CT

Summary

Operations and customer support professional with experience scheduling consultations, reviewing quality assurance calls, and managing corrective action logs. Improves satisfaction through careful listening, clear follow-up, and organized support workflows for remote teams.

Overview

1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Assurance Project Manager

Trinity Solar Inc.
Remote, remote
08.2026 - Current

Scheduled qualified appointments for Solar Pro consultations covering program details, benefits, and design.

Identified customer needs quickly and efficiently.

Improved customer satisfaction by listening carefully and repeating concerns back clearly.

  • Delivered strong phone support through clear customer service conversations.
  • Reviewed quality assurance calls to understand why customers did not qualify or move forward with solar.
  • Maintained updated logs of corrective actions taken to resolve issues. and tracked follow-up requirements.
  • Supported remote teams through daily communication and task coordination.

Senior Kitchen Designer

Wren Kitchens
Trumbull
08.2024 - 04.2026
  • Delivered professional 3D visual presentations using high-fidelity rendering software to provide clients with a realistic preview of their finished spaces. This immersive approach facilitated faster decision-making and reduced the number of design revisions requested by stakeholders.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through personalized consultations prioritizing user needs and aesthetic preferences during planning phase, achieving top-tier satisfaction rating across managed design accounts.
  • Implemented rigorous quality assurance checklist for all design outputs, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and internal aesthetic standards, significantly decreasing error rate in production orders.

Licensed Esthetician

Massage Envy
Norwalk, CT
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Administered skincare treatments using advanced techniques and specialized dermatological machinery, ensuring optimal client results.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service and treatment-based skincare services, enhancing client satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Provided tailored facial treatments to enhance client satisfaction and skincare results.
  • Assessed skin concerns and recommended treatment plans
  • Educated guests on skin care products and home routines

Beverage Bartender

Mohegan Sun Casino
Uncastville, CT
01.2015 - 01.2020
  • Exceeded sales targets through strategic upselling of premium selections, contributing to increased revenue.
  • Utilized mixology skills and interpersonal communication to deliver exceptional service in diverse settings, enhancing overall patron experience.
  • Strictly adhered to alcohol awareness protocols to prevent intoxication and consistently verified patron identification for compliance.
  • Trained and onboarded new staff, streamlining processes to maintain operational excellence.

Bartender

Turning Stone Resort and Casino
Verona, New York
01.2007 - 09.2016
  • Prepared cocktails and specialty beverages for resort and casino guests.
  • Greeted customers and delivered exceptional service, enhancing overall guest experience.
  • Processed guest orders through point-of-sale system, ensuring timely delivery of beverages.
  • Verified identification and followed responsible alcohol service guidelines.
  • Replenished liquor, beer, wine, glassware, and bar supplies to maintain efficient service.
  • Coordinated with servers, managers, and kitchen staff during busy shifts
  • Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
  • Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.

Education

Licenced - Esthetician

The Paul Mitchell School of North Haven
North Haven, CT
04-2020

High School Diploma -

Westmoreland Central School
Westmoreland, NY
06-2000

Skills

  • Project scheduling
  • Operations management
  • Quality assurance
  • Customer focus
  • Client consultations
  • Effective communication
  • Detail-oriented
  • Problem solving
  • Leadership abilities
  • Remote team leadership
  • Organizational skills
  • Business administration
  • Sales strategies
  • Hospitality services
  • Event coordination
  • Inventory management
  • CAD design software expertise
  • Interior design skills
  • Call analysis and review
  • Clear communication
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • PowerPoint
  • Creative thinking
  • Remote work experience
  • Caregiver
  • Clear communication
  • caregiver
  • Remote work experience

Personal Information

Title: Customer Service Representative

Certification

  • Certified Esthetician
  • S.M.A.R.T Trained certified

Community Volunteer

Unites States Army National Guard - Family Readiness Group, Camp Nett at Niantic, Treasurer and Event Manager, Niantic, CT

Timeline

Quality Assurance Project Manager

Trinity Solar Inc.
08.2026 - Current

Senior Kitchen Designer

Wren Kitchens
08.2024 - 04.2026

Licensed Esthetician

Massage Envy
01.2022 - 01.2024

Beverage Bartender

Mohegan Sun Casino
01.2015 - 01.2020

Bartender

Turning Stone Resort and Casino
01.2007 - 09.2016

Licenced - Esthetician

The Paul Mitchell School of North Haven

High School Diploma -

Westmoreland Central School
Cherese Baluha