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Dahjae Wheaton

Country Club Hills,IL

Summary

My Name is Dahjae , I am a 23 year old entrepreneur , not only hard but smart working individual with a will to learn new things and a drive to get things done in a logical time managed order.Due to my time with “The Village of Hazel Crest”, I love embracing my creative side and if necessary utilize it to the best of ability for task and assignments at hand. With experience in retail sales ,I’m huge on doing hands-on work in store style environments and learning new ways for total store growth.Lastly, I’m big on communication and making sure of clarity amongst myself ,team members, and management. My time with different employers has shown/ grown my ability to keep open, consistent, and clear communication of what’s needed to get done.Overall I’m a young , dedicated individual ready to work and grow within my career paths!

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Sales Associate

Walmart
10.2022 - 10.2024
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
  • Increased sales floor efficiency by organizing merchandise and ensuring items were easy to locate.
  • Participated in periodic inventory counts to maintain accurate stock levels.
  • Trained new employees in sales techniques and store procedures, improving team effectiveness.
  • Developed rapport with regular customers, fostering welcoming store atmosphere.
  • Managed cash register, ensuring accurate transactions and safeguarding against losses.
  • Managed inventory to prevent stock shortages, ordering new items as necessary.
  • Assisted in setting up promotional displays to attract customer attention and boost sales.
  • Engaged with customers on sales floor, offering assistance and improving shopping experience.
  • Utilized product knowledge to make recommendations, tailoring suggestions to customer needs.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.

Culinary Host

Victory Centre Of Sierra Ridge
06.2022 - 12.2022
  • Collaborated with chefs to develop innovative and seasonally inspired menus for guests'' enjoyment.
  • Adapted quickly to changing circumstances during service hours, demonstrating flexibility and problem-solving skills under pressure.
  • Enhanced guest dining experience by creating visually appealing and delicious dishes.
  • Maintained a clean and organized kitchen, ensuring the highest level of food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Ensured compliance with all health department regulations through diligent monitoring of kitchen cleanliness standards.
  • Successfully executed high-volume meal services, ensuring timely delivery of top-quality dishes to satisfied guests.
  • Managed inventory effectively, minimizing waste while maintaining optimal levels of fresh ingredients.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by actively engaging with fellow staff members and maintaining open lines of communication.
  • Completed daily side work and opening and closing duties without fail.
  • Backed up servers by checking on tables and retrieving items for guests.
  • Seated 15-18 patrons based on guest preferences and seating availability.
  • Helped facilitate cooperation between service and kitchen staff to professionally meet guest needs and resolve

Public Relations Intern

Village Of Hazel Crest
06.2021 - 05.2022
  • Increased awareness of company services and products with implementation of PR strategies.
  • Maintained and updated media contact lists and databases for ease of access.
  • Participated actively in brainstorms sessions that generated innovative ideas for upcoming PR campaigns.
  • Helped plan and execute up to two or three private, company, and client events a month.
  • Assisted in developing media strategies and campaigns for client needs.
  • Assisted in the organization of promotional events, boosting brand recognition and engagement.
  • Built strong relationships with media outlets and communications professionals to expand personal network.
  • Supported PR team in creation of media kits and other promotional materials.

I also spent time with team members of public works participating in different areas of the city assisting doing community work.

Education

High School Diploma -

Homewood Flossmoor High School
Flossmoor, IL
06.2019

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-Solving
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Assistance
  • Cash Handling
  • Retail Sales
  • Time Management
  • Store Opening and Closing
  • Product Knowledge
  • Relationship Building
  • Stocking and Receiving
  • Store maintenance
  • Phone Etiquette
  • Transaction Processing
  • Display Setup
  • Product Recommendations
  • Brand representation
  • Merchandise Display
  • Sales trends
  • Fashion sense
  • Promotional Events
  • Organization
  • Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Excellent Written and Verbal Communication
  • Inventory and Stocking
  • Creative Thinking
  • Safety and Cleanliness Standards
  • Store Organization
  • Team Leadership
  • Retail Merchandising

Timeline

Retail Sales Associate

Walmart
10.2022 - 10.2024

Culinary Host

Victory Centre Of Sierra Ridge
06.2022 - 12.2022

Public Relations Intern

Village Of Hazel Crest
06.2021 - 05.2022

High School Diploma -

Homewood Flossmoor High School
Dahjae Wheaton