Darren Blacketer
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Efficient Store Opener known for high productivity and task completion. Skilled in inventory management, staff training, and customer service with ability to excel in fast-paced environments. Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills enhance performance in setting up stores for daily operations.
Seasoned Store Opener with much experience in retail operations and store launching. Offer strong leadership skills, high familiarity with inventory management and product merchandising. Proven track record of driving sales growth by ensuring smooth store opening processes. Known for ability to train new staff effectively and implement store policies that enhance customer satisfaction.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2003
2003
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Store Opener
Dome district gallery
Tacoma, MT
10.2022 - Current
- Opened and organized the gallery for daily operations.
- Assisted in setting up displays and arranging artwork.
- Managed inventory and stocked supplies for gallery needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and orderliness of gallery space.
- Collaborated with team members on event preparations.
- Handled cash register transactions and sales processing.
- Communicated with local artists about upcoming exhibitions.
- Opened store in accordance with corporate policies and procedures.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Managed the cash register, processed payments, and handled returns and exchanges.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company standards.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up registers and balancing drawers.
- Conducted regular price checks to ensure accuracy at checkout counters.
- Identified customer needs and promoted matching targets to enhance store revenue.
- Supervised part-time employees during shift hours.
- Assisted other departments when needed with tasks such as restocking shelves.
- Offered support to other stations during high-volume shifts to maintain optimal coverage and meet customer needs.
- Provided feedback on products from customers to management team.
- Monitored security cameras and took necessary action if suspicious activity was detected.
- Tracked sales data to identify trends in customer preferences.
- Asked detailed questions to determine appropriate items to fill customer needs.
- Adhered to all safety regulations while handling hazardous materials.
- Processed shipments of incoming merchandise efficiently.
Opener
Arby's
Harrisonville, MT
03.2015 - 06.2018
- Prepared food items according to standardized recipes and quality standards.
- Managed daily opening tasks, ensuring cleanliness and organization of work areas.
- Trained new team members on operational procedures and customer service practices.
Opener
Arby's
Belton, MT
08.2011 - 09.2014
- Prepared food items according to standardized recipes and quality standards.
- Managed daily opening tasks, ensuring cleanliness and organization of work areas.
- Trained new team members on operational procedures and customer service practices.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations during food preparation.
- Collaborated with team members to facilitate smooth shift transitions and communication.
Opener
Arby's
Grandview, MT
08.2009 - 11.2011
- Prepared food items according to standardized recipes and quality standards.
- Managed daily opening tasks, ensuring cleanliness and organization of work areas.
Opener
Arby's
Clinton, MT
08.2005 - 10.2009
- Prepared food items according to standardized recipes and quality standards.
- Managed daily opening tasks, ensuring cleanliness and organization of work areas.
- Trained new team members on operational procedures and customer service practices.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations during food preparation.
- Collaborated with team members to facilitate smooth shift transitions and communication.
Education
G.E.D
Clearfield, UTSkills
- Visual merchandising
- Inventory management
- Cash handling
- Customer relationship management
- Event coordination
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Employee training
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Customer service
- Store maintenance
- Product display
- Written communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Checkout processing
- Adaptable to changing demands
- Critical thinking
- Leadership development
- Delegation and supervision
- Sales leadership
- Physical stamina
- Analytical thinking
- Shelving
- Store growth planning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Analyzing profitability
- Orientation and training
- Pricing strategy
- Multi-tasking
- Problem-solving
- Staff coaching and training
- Staff training
- Team leadership
- Adaptability
- Self motivation
- Store operations
- Quality control
- Relationship building
Timeline
Store Opener
Dome district gallery
10.2022 - Current
Opener
Arby's
03.2015 - 06.2018
Opener
Arby's
08.2011 - 09.2014
Opener
Arby's
08.2009 - 11.2011
Opener
Arby's
08.2005 - 10.2009
G.E.D