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Darien Whitten

Lorain,Ohio

Summary

Take-charge professional, delivering executive support and team leadership to business operations. Dependable and detail-oriented to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Broad experience includes office management, accounting, accounts receivable, invoicing, dispatching, database management, vendor negotiations and contract management. Recognized for exemplary customer service and team collaboration.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant General Manager

McDonald's
Elyria, Ohio
01.2020 - Current

I am responsible for running a profitable restaurant and for making sure the restaurant meets McDonald’s critical customer standards of Quality, Service, and Cleanliness. These standards are high, so this is a big job! The Assistant General Manager works with their leader to set the restaurant’s goals and creates a plan to achieve the goals.

State Certified Tax Preparer

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service
Cleveland, OHIO
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Conduct face-to-face tax interviews with clients.
  • Prepare complete and accurate tax returns.
  • Generate business growth, increase client retention, and offer additional products and services.
  • Provide clients with IRS audit support.
  • Complete all related tax forms in accordance with policies, and in compliance with legislation and regulations.
  • Collection and processing of clients’ payments while ensuring timely deposits.
  • Marketing and business generation efforts.

Manager

McDonalds
Amherst, USA
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Taking action to monitor safety, security, inventory and profitability. Managing Crew schedules and encouraging high performance during their shift. Providing exceptional customer service and quality food production. Training new team members on critical job functions.

Lead Resident Assistant

Wilberforce University
Wilberforce, USA
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • The role itself involves managing residence hall activities, ensuring student safety, mediating conflicts, and fostering a positive living environment. I’d then teach individuals essential skills in leadership, communication, and crisis management, which are transferable to various professions.

Sales Associate

Pandora Jewelry Store
Beavercreek, USA
01.2018 - 06.2019
  • Provided exceptional service at every step of the customer journey
  • Created personalized shopping experiences and build lasting client relationships
  • Educate clients on Pandora’s product offerings and brand story
  • Maintain a polished, welcoming, and engaging presence on the sales floor

Cashier

Walmart
Lorain, USA
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • I played a major role in how our customers feel when they leave the store. I might be the first, last, and sometimes only associate that customers interact with. That's why it's so important to smile, greet, and thank each and every customer. The pace can be intense, especially in the evenings, on weekends, and during a holiday season. There are times when I’d have to juggle several tasks in a short amount of time while helping customers: scan items, explain a price, bag items properly, count cash back, and keep your area clean-you get the idea! Thankfully, our cashiers find the end result rewarding. You're part of a large team with a common goal: happy, satisfied customers. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Education

Bachelor's Degree -

Wilberforce University
Wilberforce, Ohio

Skills

  • Communicative and motivational
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Forward planner and strategic thinker
  • Excel in problem solving

Accomplishments

  • Honor roll- Lorain High School (4 years)
  • Two CSEA automotive certifications
  • Dean's List- Wilberforce University 2016-2019
  • Presidents List- Wilberforce University 2017-2018
  • Awarded “Best leadership presentation” at Hamburger University (Chicago Illinois)

Activities

  • Varsity Track/ Football, 2015-2016 (Lorain High School)
  • Voices of Inspiration Gospel Choir 2016-2019
  • President of POSH Modeling Troupe 2017-2020 (Campus Organization)
  • Student Government Association- Chief of Staff 2019-2020
  • Vice President of O.K. Dance Team 2019-2020 (Campus Organization)

Timeline

State Certified Tax Preparer

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service
01.2023 - 01.2024

Assistant General Manager

McDonald's
01.2020 - Current

Manager

McDonalds
01.2018 - 01.2020

Sales Associate

Pandora Jewelry Store
01.2018 - 06.2019

Lead Resident Assistant

Wilberforce University
01.2017 - 01.2020

Cashier

Walmart
01.2015 - 01.2017

Bachelor's Degree -

Wilberforce University
Darien Whitten