Chester Holmquist
Spokane,WA
Summary
Experienced Retail Merchandiser versed in using product placement, end caps and points of purchase displays to manufacturer's best advantage. Astute professional with goal-oriented nature promotes optimized retail workflow for bolstered customer experience. Exceptional negotiator for prime positioning locations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandising Associate
Veterans Thrift Store
Spokane, Washington
03.2020 - 07.2024
- Created innovative visual display solutions for promotional events.
- Resolved any queries or complaints from customers related to products or services offered by the store promptly.
- Provided exceptional customer service by responding to inquiries promptly and courteously.
- Assisted in maintaining store shelves and displays, ensuring items were properly stocked and labeled.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of all merchandise received and shipped out from the store.
- Provided excellent customer service by answering questions about products and services.
- Organized product displays to attract customers and increase sales.
- Trained new staff members on merchandising principles and practices adopted by the organization.
Event Caterer
Self Employed
Spokane, WA
02.2020 - 06.2024
- Managed staff members assigned to caterings events; provided guidance on proper procedures for setup and cleanup operations.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations regarding food handling and storage at all times.
- Set up banquet tables with appropriate linens, china, glassware, silverware, condiments, decorations.
- Coordinated with clients to determine desired menu items and special dietary needs.
- Coordinated food service stations and venue accommodations, including setup, and tear-down of furniture and equipment per customer guidelines.
- Successfully serviced events through collaboration with establishment managers by securing venue and scheduling adequate personnel.
- Finalized banquet configurations by conducting thorough inspections with clients prior to event start.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by quickly addressing and resolving complaints with food or service.
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Horst Mager Culinary Arts School
Portland, OR06-1985
High School Diploma -
Darby High School
Darby, MT09-1973
Skills
- Stock control
- Brand Awareness
- Promotional planning
- POS
- Stock replenishment
- Cost Analysis
- Trend Identification
- Stock Rotation
- Retail buying
- Pricing and Signage Updates
- Friendly and outgoing
- Space Planning
- Floor set design
- Visual Merchandising
Timeline
Merchandising Associate
Veterans Thrift Store
03.2020 - 07.2024
Event Caterer
Self Employed
02.2020 - 06.2024
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Horst Mager Culinary Arts School
High School Diploma -
Darby High School
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