Chris Brinker
Columbia,MO
Summary
Dynamic employee with a proven track record, excelling in client consultations and appointment scheduling. Recognized for mentoring junior team members. I leverage strong leadership and advanced communication skills to foster a collaborative environment, ensuring exceptional client satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level receptionist position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Hairstylist
All About U
02.2002 - 06.2020
- Provided exceptional hair cutting, coloring, and styling services tailored to client preferences.
- Developed strong client relationships through personalized consultations and attentive service.
- Mentored junior stylists on advanced techniques and customer service best practices.
- Implemented new hair care product lines, enhancing service offerings and client satisfaction.
Hairstylist
Regis Hair Salon
09.1996 - 02.2002
- Streamlined appointment scheduling processes to improve operational efficiency and reduce wait times.
- Conducted ongoing professional development to stay current with industry trends and techniques.
- Analyzed client feedback to refine services and enhance overall salon experience.
- Led team meetings to share insights on performance improvements and foster collaborative environment.
- Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
- Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
- Successfully managed a high volume of clients during peak hours while maintaining a calm and efficient demeanor.
- Counted and documented opening and closing cash amounts upon request.
Assistant Store Manager
Target
07.1986 - 06.1996
- Supervised daily store operations, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on customer service best practices and operational procedures.
- Implemented inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels and reduce shrinkage.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, adjusting merchandising strategies accordingly.
- Coordinated team schedules to enhance workflow efficiency and maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Led initiatives to improve store layout, enhancing customer experience and increasing foot traffic.
- Developed training programs for new hires, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to execute promotional events, boosting sales performance significantly.
- Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
- Assisted the Store Manager in analyzing sales data to identify trends and make informed decisions for improving overall store performance.
- Walked through store areas to identify and proactively resolve issues negatively impacting operations.
- Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
- Fostered a positive work culture by promoting teamwork and recognizing individual achievements among staff members regularly.
- Processed payments for credit and debit cards and returned proper change for cash transactions.
- Created and maintained safe and secure work environments for employees.
- Resolved escalated customer issues effectively leading to improved customer satisfaction rates.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Interviewed, hired, and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.
- Provided support to store manager in budgeting processes, helping maintain financial stability for the business.
Education
No Degree - English Composition
University of Missouri
Columbia, Missouri, MO05-1975
Skills
- Quick learner
- Client consultation
- Appointment scheduling
- Schedule management
- Relationship building and management
- Highly motivated self-starter
- Advanced communication skills
- Strong leader
- Appointment coordination
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution skills
- Training and development
- Social skills
Timeline
Hairstylist
All About U
02.2002 - 06.2020
Hairstylist
Regis Hair Salon
09.1996 - 02.2002
Assistant Store Manager
Target
07.1986 - 06.1996
No Degree - English Composition
University of Missouri