Christopher Salazar
Houston,TX
Summary
Results-oriented professional with a diverse background in management and customer service. Proven to conceptualize, plan and manage successful business operations. Additional experience in customer service in retail banking, parcel delivery service operations and inventory management. Dedicated, well organized, highly communicative and detail-oriented. Completes efficient and well-organized stock replenishment with appealing displays to drive sales. Smoothly locate and palletize desired stock to support timely floor stocking. Driven and team-oriented with good sense of business and customer needs. Diligent Inventory Specialist with talent for working with diverse product lines and multiple store locations. Results-focused Clerk who thrives in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments. Committed to accuracy and efficiency as achieved through hard work and attention to detail. Known for excellence in work
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Stocker
Target
2580 Shearn St, Houston, TX 77007
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Delivered store policy information to patrons at checkout, reducing customer service complaints and calls.
- Developed plan-o-grams and layouts that maximized sales.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
- Reviewed printed tickets or digital orders to get item numbers and merchandise locations.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
- Moved cardboard, plastic ties and other debris from unboxing to trash.
- Interacted with guests in friendly and knowledgeable way.
- Maintained effective team member communication.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
- Executed regular inventory counts and supply audits to monitor shrinkage and generate insights into purchasing decisions.
- Orchestrated effective materials management with strong stock rotation strategies, new order placements and shipping inspections
Barista Shift Lead
Fit Fresh
195 Yale St #400, Houston, TX 77007
07.2020 - 04.2022
- Advised customers on whole bean and bulk tea purchases by detailing origin, flavor, and pairing recommendations.
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Generated friendly atmosphere by encouraging employees to greet and speak to customers.
- Directed activities of team of skilled kitchen workers preparing and serving meals.
- Participated in budgeting and forecasting activities to make informed decisions.
- Identified and resolved discrepancies and errors in customer accounts.
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
- Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Encouraged customers to make additional purchases by highlighting current deals and keeping lane well-stocked.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Team Member
Whatabuger
1700 N Wayside Dr, Houston, TX 77020
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
- Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets for process monitoring and reporting.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Arranged food on plates in attractive, neat fashion to enhance visual appeal of each dish.
- Processed large orders for special events and catering services.
Education
Bachelor of Business - General Buisness
University of Houston - Downtown
Houston, TX05.2025
High School Diploma -
Stephen F Austin High School
Houston, TX06.2021
Skills
- Product Display
- Condition Reports
- Material Sort
- Janitorial Duties
- Critical Thinking
- Accurate Money Handling
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Operational Efficiency
- Strong Math Skills
- Work Area Maintenance
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Portuguese
Limited Working
Timeline
Stocker
Target
05.2022 - 02.2023
Barista Shift Lead
Fit Fresh
07.2020 - 04.2022
Team Member
Whatabuger
01.2019 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Business - General Buisness
University of Houston - Downtown
High School Diploma -
Stephen F Austin High School