Claire Jubilee Owens
Lynchburg,VA
Summary
Dedicated professional known for punctuality and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality work. Passionate about assisting customers in finding solutions that meet their needs, ensuring a satisfying experience. Recognized for reliability and meticulous attention to detail, consistently striving to exceed expectations in every task.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Salesperson
Blowing Rock Furniture Gallery
04.2023 - 09.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Increased furniture sales by implementing effective merchandising strategies and creating visually appealing displays.
- Achieved sales goals consistently by utilizing strong product knowledge and persuasive selling techniques.
- Coordinated closely with sales, operations, and finance departments to ensure alignment on cash flow objectives and strategies.
Sales Associate
Rustic
04.2021 - 04.2023
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
Sales Associate
Art of Oil
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
Barista and Cashier
Renaissance Patisserie
03.2018 - 08.2019
- Kept up-to-date with industry trends, incorporating new ideas into drink preparation and presentation.
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Packaged bagels, muffins and other food items for customer purchase.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
Host
Brixx Wood Fired Pizza
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
Substitute Teacher
James River Day School
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Fostered positive classroom environment, managing student behavior and promoting respect.
Summer Camp Counselor
James River Day School
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
- Mediated camper conflicts to resolve problems and maintain positive and safe camp environments.
- Participated in meetings to coordinate with other staff on campers' progress, issues and goal achievement.
Brand Ambassador
Nova Tastings
02.2025 - Current
- Boosted sales through effective collaboration with store staff to promote products in high-traffic areas.
- Increased positive word-of-mouth referrals through genuine, personalized customer interactions and excellent product knowledge.
- Engaged, educated, and befriended customers to deliver amazing shopping experience.
- Designed, filled, and arranged eye-catching product floorsets to increase sales.
- Educated consumers about product benefits, leading to increased interest and sales conversions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Randolph College
Lynchburg, VA12.2025
Elementary Education, Diversity Studies
App State
Charlotte Christian School
Charlotte, NC06.2019
Skills
- Self-Directed
- Excellent Communication
- Supervision and leadership
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Conflict Resolution
- Task Prioritization
- Food Serving and Preparation
- Beverage Preparation
Academic Honors And Awards
- National Honor Society
- National Spanish Honor Society
- Cum Laude Honor Roll
- Magna Cum Laude Honor Roll
- Writing Award
- National Spanish Exam bronze medal
- Second Place in School Math Contest
Athletics
- Competitive Golf, Competed in at least 30 tournaments per year, Qualified to play on nationals' team, Placed in the top five in more than 50 tournaments
- Skiing
Skills Talents Interests Hobbies
- Guitar
- ServSafe Certified
- Professional barista with two years of experience
- Singing
- Visited Vietnam for two weeks
- Painting
- Proficient in Spanish
Leadership Experience
- School admissions ambassador, Assist with open houses, Assist with important events (such as the opening of the new building at our school)
- CELL group leader, Spiritual leader for the middle schoolers once per week
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 11/01/00
Volunteer Experience
- Mission trip in Namanga, Kenya, 01/2019
- Math tutor for elementary student, 2 times a week
- Teacher aid, 2 to 3 days per week in 1 hour sessions
- Dominican Republic Mission Trip, Helped build and paint houses, Helped build a basketball court in a village, Played with the young children in the villages
- Transforming Charlotte Missions Program, Helped box food and shoes for the poor, Cleaned the building and talked with the people at an adult day care center, Samaritans Purse Boxed shoes for the poor
Extracurricular Activities
Modern United Nations (MUN) Club ACT 1 (competitive acting team) Dog Bless You Club
Professional golfer
I have golfed since I was 7 years old in tournaments locally and around the United States.
Additional Information
I love to cook. I started my own business a year ago called Claire's Clever Kitchen and prepared meals for people during the week.
Timeline
Brand Ambassador
Nova Tastings
02.2025 - Current
Summer Camp Counselor
James River Day School
06.2024 - 08.2024
Substitute Teacher
James River Day School
02.2024 - 05.2024
Salesperson
Blowing Rock Furniture Gallery
04.2023 - 09.2024
Sales Associate
Rustic
04.2021 - 04.2023
Sales Associate
Art of Oil
04.2021 - 04.2022
Host
Brixx Wood Fired Pizza
08.2018 - 01.2019
Barista and Cashier
Renaissance Patisserie
03.2018 - 08.2019
Elementary Education, Diversity Studies
App State
Charlotte Christian School
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Randolph College
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