Dakota Lewis
Santa Cruz,CA
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Nanny
Chris Green
Los Altos, CA
08.2025 - 01.2026
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and engagement for children.
- Developed and implemented educational games to enhance cognitive skills.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Coordinated schedules for playdates, school events, and extracurricular activities.
- Maintained open communication with parents regarding children's progress and behavior.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
Assistant Manager
As Seen On TV
Cypress, TX
11.2021 - 06.2025
- Coordinated inventory management to ensure product availability and timely restocking.
- Streamlined order processing, enhancing efficiency and reducing lead times.
- Assisted in training new team members on operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Developed promotional strategies to increase product visibility and sales performance.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high product standards and compliance.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
Receptionist
Honda
San Marcos, TX
09.2017 - 01.2019
- Greeted and assisted customers, providing exceptional service and addressing inquiries efficiently.
- Managed multi-line phone system, directing calls to appropriate departments promptly.
- Scheduled appointments and maintained office calendar, ensuring optimal time management for staff.
- Processed incoming and outgoing mail, ensuring timely distribution of communications.
- Maintained organized reception area, enhancing professional appearance and functionality of workspace.
- Assisted in administrative tasks as needed, contributing to overall office efficiency and workflow improvements.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
Cashier
La Madeleine
Cypress, TX
02.2016 - 08.2017
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to enhance customer experience.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline checkout procedures for improved efficiency.
- Trained new cashiers on operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Sales Associate
Dollar Tree
Cypress, TX
07.2013 - 01.2016
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays to promote sales and facilitate customer access.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems, ensuring efficient check-out procedures.
- Restocked shelves and managed inventory levels to optimize product availability for customers.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve store goals and maintain high standards of customer service.
- Implemented promotional displays to increase product visibility and drive customer interest in seasonal items.
- Monitored store cleanliness and safety protocols to provide a welcoming environment for shoppers.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
Education
Associate of Science - Art
Lonestar Community College
Cypress, TX05.2014
Skills
Friendly
Reliability and trustworthiness
Approachable
Schedule management
Active listener
Activity planning
Customer Service: Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and ability to build rapport with diverse clientele Administrative Support: Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, data entry, and office organization
Sales: Effective communication and product knowledge to achieve sales goals Inventory Management: Skilled in organizing, maintaining, and managing inventory stock levels Cashiering: Proficient in cash handling, point-of-sale systems, and accurate record-keeping
Time Management: Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and schedules effectively Adaptability: Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to changing environments
Timeline
Nanny
Chris Green
08.2025 - 01.2026
Assistant Manager
As Seen On TV
11.2021 - 06.2025
Receptionist
Honda
09.2017 - 01.2019
Cashier
La Madeleine
02.2016 - 08.2017
Sales Associate
Dollar Tree
07.2013 - 01.2016
Associate of Science - Art
Lonestar Community College