Dakota Gomez
Kirkland
Summary
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
LA Fitness
Kirkland
05.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted members with gym equipment and fitness class information.
- Conducted facility tours to promote membership benefits and services.
- Collaborated with team members to support daily operations and events.
- Addressed member inquiries and resolved issues promptly.
- Participated in training sessions to improve product knowledge and skills.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
- Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
- Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
Teacher's Assistant
Fremont Community School
Seattle
07.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials for classroom activities.
- Monitored student behavior and maintained a positive classroom environment.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding students' progress and concerns.
- Implemented classroom routines to foster a structured learning atmosphere.
- Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms, and coordinated documents for teachers.
- Created and coordinated age-appropriate enrichment activities to drive social, emotional, and intellectual development.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching skills and knowledge.
- Provided individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics and promote student learning.
Bouncer/Lead Barback
Earls On The Ave
Seattle
05.2022 - 06.2024
- Monitored entrance to ensure safety and compliance with venue policies.
- Checked identification to verify age and prevent underage entry.
- Responded promptly to conflicts to maintain a secure environment.
- Communicated effectively with staff and management regarding incidents.
- Enforced safety regulations for patrons by monitoring behavior, alcohol consumption, and dress code compliance.
- Developed strong relationships with customers through consistent interactions while providing excellent customer service.
- Responded quickly to altercations between patrons, mediating disagreements as needed.
- Resolved conflicts and restrained patrons from getting into fights.
- Refused admission to known troublemakers.
- Educated patrons about applicable policies concerning noise levels and smoking rules.
- Inspected bags or belongings as part of entry security procedures.
- Supported bartenders by preparing garnishes and restocking supplies during busy shifts.
- Maintained cleanliness of bar areas by regularly wiping down surfaces and organizing tools.
Ski Lift Operator
Summit At Snoqualmie
Snoqualmie Pass
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Monitored lift operations and responded promptly to equipment malfunctions.
- Assisted guests with loading and unloading from ski lifts for smooth transitions.
- Operated ski lifts efficiently during peak hours to ensure guest safety.
- Conducted regular inspections of lift equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Maintained clear communication with team members regarding lift status updates.
- Followed safety protocols and procedures to maintain a secure environment for guests.
- Shoveled and raked snow and removed ice to maintain clear lift access.
- Inspected ski lift equipment and reported any malfunctions or damage to supervisor.
- Checked weather conditions regularly throughout shift for potential changes in operational requirements due to inclement weather or other environmental factors.
- Conducted pre-operational checks on equipment prior to each shift start up procedure including visual inspections for wear and tear, checking brakes.
- Followed all company policies and procedures regarding safety protocols for operating a ski lift.
- Stopped operation immediately when necessary, due to hazardous conditions or malfunctioning equipment.
- Inspected lift cables, pulleys, and other mechanical systems regularly to detect wear and potential hazards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lake Washington Highschool
Kirkland, WA06-2018
Skills
- Customer service
- Point-of-sale operation
- Product demonstration
- Sales techniques
- Membership promotion
- Inventory management
- Customer relationship management
- Training participation
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Cleaning techniques
- Payment processing
- Positive and professional
- Verbal/written communication
- Multi-tasking strength
- Listening skills
- Friendly and outgoing
- Cold calling
- Store opening and closing
- Hospitality and accommodation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sales Associate
LA Fitness
05.2025 - 12.2025
Teacher's Assistant
Fremont Community School
07.2024 - 05.2025
Bouncer/Lead Barback
Earls On The Ave
05.2022 - 06.2024
Ski Lift Operator
Summit At Snoqualmie
01.2022 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Lake Washington Highschool