Desirae Cortez
North Hollywood,CA
Summary
Dedicated Customer Service professional with knowledge of service delivery and proven multitasking abilities. Committed to maintaining professional relationships to increase profitability and drive business results.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Dmv Clerk
Ken Garff Hamer Toyota
11.2007 - 09.2021
- Used Xerox machines and reader and printer machines to make, file, and distribute copies of recorded documents.
- Organized and prepared title documents to transfer ownership of property.
- Verified and analyzed free-and-clear title issues, odometer readings, and VIN numbers to finalize sales deals.
- Communicated with customers to resolve common title issues.
- Performed routine data entry or document management.
- Contacted [State] Motor Vehicle Department to determine status of pending titles.
- Calculated and remitted state sales tax, service, and other charges.
- Prepared title documents to submit legal transfer work to DMV.
- Processed payments for fines and fees, maintained accurate drawers, issued receipts, and updated account balances.
- Stayed up-to-date on [State] laws and licensing requirements to complete accurate and efficient reviews.
- Assisted newly hired clerks in learning about application reviews and verification procedures, performance strategies and customer service techniques.
Cashier
Ken Garff Hamer Toyota
11.2007 - 09.2021
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Tallied cash drawer at beginning and end of each work shift.
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
- Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
- Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
- Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
Hostess
Claim Jumper Restaurant
08.2007 - 10.2007
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
- Monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
- Accommodated special seating requests for guests to enhance satisfaction.
- Assigned patrons to tables suitable for needs and restaurant section rotation.
- Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating.
- Developed and maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu items and daily specials to accurately respond to customer queries.
- Relayed guest comments or suggestions to manager on duty for further action.
- Provided adequate supply of place settings for tables and miscellaneous supplies for work stations to last throughout assigned shift.
- Answered phone calls to take orders, give information and document reservations.
- Organized, stocked and cleaned establishment's front lobby during shifts to maintain welcoming appearance.
- Completed daily side work and opening and closing duties without fail.
- Rearranged tables and chairs for large parties and retrieved high chairs for children.
- Provided patrons with estimated waiting times during peak service hours.
- Opened and closed seating sections according to volume of guests.
- Promoted business loyalty by fostering positive customer relationships.
- Cross-trained to handle different restaurant roles, including bar, kitchen and to-go stations.
Call Center Customer Service Representative
All American Home Warranty
07.2006 - 08.2007
- Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Documented and detailed calls and complaints using call center's CRM database.
- Adhered to company policies and scripts to consistently achieve call-time and quality standards.
- Responded to customer calls and emails to answer questions about products and services.
- Placed outbound customer service or customer satisfaction calls to follow up on issues.
- Attended telephone skills and program information training sessions to boost aptitude.
- Escalated complicated customer account issues to supervisors and help desk workers.
- Met customer call guidelines for service levels, handle time and productivity.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
- Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
- Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
- Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
- Promptly responded to inquiries and requests from prospective customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sylmar High School
Sylmar, CA06.2006
Skills
- Information Updates
- Security Measures
- Expenditure Review
- Digital Filing
- Cooperative Attitude
- Receipt and Refund Issuance
- Cash Register Systems
- Billing and Payment Processing
- Money Handling
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Reports
- Cash Drawer Management
- Conflict Resolution
Timeline
Dmv Clerk
Ken Garff Hamer Toyota
11.2007 - 09.2021
Cashier
Ken Garff Hamer Toyota
11.2007 - 09.2021
Hostess
Claim Jumper Restaurant
08.2007 - 10.2007
Call Center Customer Service Representative
All American Home Warranty
07.2006 - 08.2007
High School Diploma -
Sylmar High School
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