Adept at multitasking and time management, I leveraged these skills at Hot Topic to elevate team performance and customer satisfaction. My tenure across diverse roles, from bookselling to healthcare, showcases a blend of analytical thinking and a friendly, positive attitude, driving significant outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Stay at Home Mom/Military Wife
Myself
Union, MO
07.2019 - Current
Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance family performance and outcomes.
Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Able to create and maintain a schedule for a household of three, able to adapt quickly as a military wife, and having a deployed husband.
Assistant Store Manager
Hot Topic
Springfield, MO
02.2018 - 07.2019
Provided leadership support during peak business hours by motivating staff members to meet targets.
Supervised a team of employees and provided ongoing training to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Forecasted customer demand to restock and reshelve terms for goods or services.
Managed payroll forecast, register, and bank transactions.
Provided mentorship for employees to generate sales, promote effective upselling and cross-sell to improve retail productivity.
Ensured compliance with all safety regulations throughout the store premises.
Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Bookseller
Barnes & Noble
Springfield, MO
05.2013 - 07.2019
Maintained knowledge of current and bestselling books and upcoming publications to fulfill customer requests.
Coordinated with the marketing team to promote store events and special promotions via social media.
Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
Participated in team meetings to discuss new strategies for increasing sales.
Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
Trained new staff on store policies, customer service excellence, and inventory management.
Greeted each customer and offered assistance in finding requested items, helping boost customer satisfaction and retention.
Managed online book orders and ensured timely shipping and customer satisfaction.
Managed inventory and restocked shelves to ensure availability of popular titles.
Performed cashier responsibilities, as well as opening and closing, and inventory.
I learned and was able to multitask, helping on the sales floor and receiving when they were short-staffed, and boxing and labeling books to be returned to the vendor.
Bartender
Martha's Vineyard Nightclub
Springfield, MO
10.2016 - 12.2018
Carefully inspected identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance, and customer relationships.
Organized storeroom inventory of supplies such as cups, napkins, straws.
Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
Monitored customer drink levels and suggested additional drink purchases at appropriate times to boost sales.
Managed accurate bar tabs and processed cash and credit card transactions.
Organized bar supplies in stock room to support timely and efficient retrieval and replenishment.
Arranged bottles and glasses behind bar to make attractive displays.
Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
Managed the VIP area, selection of music, choice specialty drinks, shots, and games while keeping with the needs for the main side bar and dancefloor bar.
HSC/PCA
Oxford Home Health
Springfield, MO
02.2016 - 12.2016
Helped patients to perform range-of-motion exercises as instructed by physical therapists or other healthcare professionals.
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Maintained accurate records of client care services provided on a daily basis.
Prepared meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by the physician or dietitian.
Ensured safety of patients by using appropriate lifting techniques while assisting them with mobility activities.
Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
Education
Medical Assistant Front And Back Office +Phlebotomy Certification - Medical Assistant
American Career College
CA
08-2015
High School Diploma -
Orange High School
Orange, CA
06-2006
Skills
Time management and multitasking
Google Drive
Attention to detail
Clerical support
Basic math
Computer skills
Friendly, positive attitude
Analytical and critical thinking
Social perceptiveness
Task prioritization
First Aid/CPR
Research
Timeline
Stay at Home Mom/Military Wife
Myself
07.2019 - Current
Assistant Store Manager
Hot Topic
02.2018 - 07.2019
Bartender
Martha's Vineyard Nightclub
10.2016 - 12.2018
HSC/PCA
Oxford Home Health
02.2016 - 12.2016
Bookseller
Barnes & Noble
05.2013 - 07.2019
Medical Assistant Front And Back Office +Phlebotomy Certification - Medical Assistant