A mature new Tucsonan with a broad retail background and strong communication skills hopes to put these key assets to work.
Ten-plus years of experience in cashiering and customer service.
A-1 record for attendance and punctuality.
An unflagging commitment to making each customer's register experience the high point of their visit.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Writer
Self Employed Writer
Tucson, AZ
08.2023 - Current
While recovering from a total knee replacement, I took time to finish writing an Arizona mystery, and regain both flexibility and strength in my surgical leg.
Cashier
Home Depot
Tucson, Arizona
08.2022 - 08.2023
Processed customer transactions efficiently, including huge lumber purchases.
Handled returns and exchanges according to store policy.
Assisted customers with product inquiries and recommendations.
Cashier
Bartell Drugs Corporation
Seattle, WA
08.2019 - 08.2022
I processed customer transactions efficiently, including exchanges and returns.
I assisted customers with product inquiries and recommendations.
I greeted and thanked every customer with a smile.
I maintained a balanced cash register drawer daily.
Food Service and Stocking
New Seasons Market
Seattle, WA
05.2018 - 08.2019
I helped open the new store in Ballard, WA.
I began in the deli/charcuterie section, where customers loved my speed and service style. I made sure that no freshness dates had expired.
I transferred to the grocery team, stocking and replenishing the fast-moving Grab-and-Go coolers.
I left when the Seattle store closed after just one year.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
New York State University College
Buffalo, NY
06-1968
Skills
Customer service
Cash handling
Product knowledge
Sales transactions
Excellent communication
Dependable and responsible
Hobbies and Interests
I study Latin for 45 minutes daily to strengthen mental focus and memory.