Damon Dyer
Seattle
Summary
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Diligent Desired Position with solid background in retail sales and customer engagement. Demonstrated success in driving store sales and enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and product knowledge. Proven ability to utilize problem-solving skills and teamwork to meet customer needs and achieve sales targets.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate
Petco
Seattle
11.2025 - Current
- Assisted customers with product selection and provided knowledgeable guidance on pet care.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular stock checks and effective organization of merchandise displays.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance customer service standards and ensure a positive shopping experience.
- Trained new associates on sales techniques, product knowledge, and store policies to foster team efficiency.
Front of House Manager / Bartender
Elephant and Castle
Seattle, WA
02.2024 - Current
- - Managed front-of-house operations during high-traffic hours
- - Bartended and served guests, ensuring prompt and friendly service
- - Oversaw bar inventory and placed weekly orders
- - Expedited food and monitored quality before delivery to tables
- - Closed registers, handled cash, and tipped out staff accurately
Shift Manager / Bartender
HMSHost Hops and Casket
Hebron, KY
11.2023 - 01.2024
- - Opened and closed restaurant and assisted other airport locations as needed
- - Supported bartenders and servers during peak hours
- - Took and ran food and drink orders
- - Maintained alcohol inventory and performed stock counts
- - Assisted line cooks and took over tables when short-staffed
Server / Barback Helper
Ponte Vedra Resort
Jacksonville, FL
06.2018 - 03.2019
- - Assisted bartenders and servers in luxury resort dining
- - Ran food, prepared tables, and restocked bar supplies
- - Entered orders using POS systems and handled cashouts
- - Provided guests with a premium dining experience
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Florida
01.2021
Skills
- Bartending & Mixology
- Bar Inventory Management
- High-Volume Customer Service
- Cash Handling & POS Systems
- Conflict Resolution
- Upselling & Product Knowledge
- Team Leadership & Training
- Customer service
- Time management
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Upselling and expansion
Certification
- MAST Permit – Valid through 2030-02-01
- Food Handler’s Card – Valid through 2026
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Bakery Manager – Einstein Bros. Bagels (Seattle, WA)
- Sep 2022 – May 2023
- - Baked and prepped food for daily operations
- - Managed food and dry goods inventory
- - Learned food line prep and assisted with cash handling
- Deli Associate – Safeway (Seattle, WA)
- May 2022 – Mar 2023
- - Prepared food and cleaned workstations for daily service
- - Delivered excellent customer service and assisted customers
- - Trained new team members in safety and operational procedures
Timeline
Sales Associate
Petco
11.2025 - Current
Front of House Manager / Bartender
Elephant and Castle
02.2024 - Current
Shift Manager / Bartender
HMSHost Hops and Casket
11.2023 - 01.2024
Server / Barback Helper
Ponte Vedra Resort
06.2018 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Florida