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Christopher Rigas

St. Clairsville

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in all my roles, excelling in customer service, property management, and product knowledge. Proven track record in visual merchandising and inventory management, enhancing customer satisfaction and driving sales. Strong team collaboration and critical thinking skills foster a welcoming environment, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Specialist

Lowes Home Improvment
Saint Clairsville
11.2024 - Current
  • Assisted customers in selecting home improvement products and services.
  • Provided product information to enhance customer understanding and satisfaction.
  • Maintained organized product displays to attract customer attention.
  • Collaborated with team members to address customer inquiries and resolve issues.
  • Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently at the register.
  • Conducted inventory checks to ensure availability of popular items.
  • Educated customers on proper use and maintenance of tools and materials.
  • Engaged with customers to create a welcoming shopping environment.

Department Manager/GM Training

Menards
Triadelphia
09.2022 - 08.2024
  • Supervised daily operations of store departments ensuring efficient workflow.
  • Managed team schedules to optimize staff coverage and productivity.
  • Trained new employees on company policies and customer service standards.
  • Conducted inventory audits to maintain accurate stock levels and organization.
  • Implemented visual merchandising strategies to enhance product displays.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Coordinated with vendors for timely delivery of merchandise and supplies.
  • Monitored safety protocols to promote a secure work environment for staff.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations across multiple teams.
  • Kept department on-target to meet sales and profit objectives by minimizing waste and pursuing revenue generation opportunities.

Restaurant Manager

West Texas Roadhouse
Saint Clairsville
02.2020 - 03.2021
  • Supervised daily restaurant operations to ensure smooth workflow and customer satisfaction.
  • Managed staff schedules and trained team members on service standards and procedures.
  • Coordinated inventory management and ordered supplies to maintain stock levels.
  • Enforced health and safety regulations to provide a safe dining environment for guests.
  • Oversaw cash handling procedures and maintained accurate financial records daily.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly to enhance the dining experience at the establishment.

Owner/Manager

Rigas Restaurant
Bellaire
05.1983 - 09.2017
  • Managed staff schedules and trained team members on service standards and procedures.
  • Supervised daily restaurant operations to ensure smooth workflow and customer satisfaction.
  • Adhered to all health department regulations regarding food storage and preparation.
  • Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs.
  • Ordered supplies from vendors as needed while staying within budget guidelines.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly to enhance the dining experience at the establishment.

Owner/Manager

Rigas Rentals
Bellaire
08.1992 - 12.2015
  • Conducted property showings and responded to prospective tenant inquiries.
  • Coordinated property maintenance requests and scheduled repairs with vendors.
  • Maintained accurate records of leases, payments, and tenant information.
  • Ensured compliance with local rental laws and regulations for all properties.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

Wheeling Jesuit University
Wheeling, WV

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

West Liberty University
West Liberty, WV

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Product knowledge
  • Visual merchandising
  • Inventory management
  • Sales strategy
  • Team collaboration
  • Critical thinking
  • Relationship building
  • Fluent in Greek
  • Property maintenance
  • Lease management
  • Compliance knowledge

Affiliations

  • Home Improvement
  • Cycling
  • Cooking
  • Keeping up on current events

Accomplishments

  • Recognized for 50 years of service by the United States Congress at Rigas Restaurant
  • Heavily awarded and respected by customers with support of, and recognition by upper management in multiple roles listed

Languages

Greek
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Sales Specialist

Lowes Home Improvment
11.2024 - Current

Department Manager/GM Training

Menards
09.2022 - 08.2024

Restaurant Manager

West Texas Roadhouse
02.2020 - 03.2021

Owner/Manager

Rigas Rentals
08.1992 - 12.2015

Owner/Manager

Rigas Restaurant
05.1983 - 09.2017

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

Wheeling Jesuit University

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

West Liberty University

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