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Chell Gossett

Byron,IL

Summary

Accomplished Trainer at Target and Assistant Store Manager at Felker Foods, adept in New Hire Training and Interpersonal Communication. Enhanced staff development and productivity through innovative training programs, achieving increased engagement and performance. Skilled in creative problem-solving and critical thinking, consistently promoted a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Motivated to help new hires advance in knowledge and abilities to meet career goals. Engaging and hands-on instructor with more than 5 years of related experience and superior planning and time management abilities.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Trainer

Target
08.2021 - 03.2024
  • Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
  • Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
  • Coached employees on best practices, providing constructive feedback to support their professional growth.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives by tracking participant progress and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Collaborated with subject matter experts to create accurate training content.
  • Enhanced trainee engagement through interactive workshops and hands-on activities.
  • Delivered dynamic presentations to facilitate learning and retention among diverse audiences.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous learning by advocating for professional development opportunities.

Assistant Store Manager

Felker Foods
01.2017 - 07.2021
  • 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.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • 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.
  • Mentored new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure their success within the organization.
  • 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.
  • Streamlined inventory management with regular audits, accurate ordering, and efficient stock organization.

Education

High School Diploma -

Byron High School
Byron, IL
01.2019

Skills

  • New Hire Training
  • Planning and coordination
  • Public Speaking
  • Creative Problem-Solving
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Learning Styles
  • Feedback Delivery
  • Training material updates
  • Attention to Detail
  • Critical Thinking
  • Compliance Training

Additional Information

Key Club Vice President, attended over 100 service oriented events, holding over 1,500 hours of community service.

This experience helped me form positive relations on both individual as well as organizational levels, in addition to teaching the value of strong leadership and teamwork. Attendance of 3 mission trips to help those in need around the country, traveling from food kitchens, to woman's and children's shelters, to makeshift warehouses.

This experience gave me knowledge of many different working environments including: warehouse management, construction, food service, animal care, landscaping, teaching, counseling, and more!

Timeline

Trainer

Target
08.2021 - 03.2024

Assistant Store Manager

Felker Foods
01.2017 - 07.2021

High School Diploma -

Byron High School
Chell Gossett