Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
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Crystal Crouse

Customer Service
Chilhowie,VA
Crystal Crouse

Summary

Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Overview

17
years of professional experience

Work History

Myself
, VA

Homemaker
06.2017 - Current

Job overview

  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.

McDonald's
Rural Retreat, VA

Customer Service Representative
05.2017 - 06.2017

Job overview

  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Developed strong customer relationships to encourage repeat business.
  • De-escalated problematic customer concerns, maintaining calm, friendly demeanor.
  • Resolved complex problems by working with other departments to provide solutions that meet customer needs.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Tracked orders from start to finish to ensure timely delivery of goods or services.

Woodgrain Millwork Inc
Marion, VA

General Manufacturer
07.2013 - 10.2016

Job overview

  • Performed quality assurance on products and removed faulty or damaged items.
  • Packaged and labeled finished products for shipment.
  • Cleaned and calibrated equipment to promote efficiency and minimize mistakes.
  • Gathered needed raw materials and assembled machinery parts.
  • Removed obstructions and safety hazards from workstations to promote safety.
  • Adjusted machine controls, speeds and temperatures to develop products according to specifications.
  • Trained new employees regarding equipment operation and product assembly.

Food City
Chilhowie, VA

Cake Decorating
09.2010 - 02.2011

Job overview

  • Provided demonstrations and instruction on cake decorating techniques to students of all skill levels.
  • Assisted with cake decorating tasks including icing and fondant work.
  • Managed inventory of all cake decorating supplies and equipment.
  • Kept up-to-date with new trends in cake decorating techniques through research or classes.
  • Utilized various baking tools such as rolling pins, cookie cutters and cake decorating tips.
  • Organized and maintained cake decorating supplies such as piping bags, nozzles, cutters and molds.
  • Provided guidance to other team members regarding proper cake decorating techniques.

US Solutions
Marion, VA

Revenue /Call Center Customer Service Representative
05.2007 - 04.2009

Job overview

  • Answered incoming calls and provided highest level of professionalism and knowledgeable service to every customer.
  • Resolved customer inquiries, questions and concerns to consistently offer quality service and meet performance benchmarks.
  • Answered, screened and processed high volume of calls daily with call management system and web-based communications.
  • Updated customer accounts, addresses and contact information within call management databases.
  • Managed customer expectations by clarifying needs, identifying options, and recommending products and services.
  • Asked probing questions to determine service needs and accurately input information into electronic systems.

Education

Marion Senior High School
Marion, VA

High School Diploma
06-1996

University Overview

Virginia Highlands Community College
Abingdon, VA

Some College (No Degree) from Liberal Arts and General Studies

University Overview

Skills

  • Task Prioritization
  • Team Management
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Leadership
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Active Listening
  • Multitasking
  • Quality Assurance
  • Self-Directed

Timeline

Homemaker
Myself
06.2017 - Current
Customer Service Representative
McDonald's
05.2017 - 06.2017
General Manufacturer
Woodgrain Millwork Inc
07.2013 - 10.2016
Cake Decorating
Food City
09.2010 - 02.2011
Revenue /Call Center Customer Service Representative
US Solutions
05.2007 - 04.2009
Marion Senior High School
High School Diploma
Virginia Highlands Community College
Some College (No Degree) from Liberal Arts and General Studies
Crystal CrouseCustomer Service