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Desmond Locke

Overland Park

Summary

Adept at fostering customer loyalty and boosting sales, my tenure at Chillis Bar and Grill honed my multitasking and customer service skills. Demonstrated exceptional ability in resolving conflicts and enhancing team productivity, significantly contributing to a positive work environment and customer satisfaction. Skilled in both problem-solving and effective upselling, I consistently exceed performance expectations.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Server/Bartender

Chillis Bar and Grill
01.2016 - Current
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
  • Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
  • Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.

Customer Service Advocate

United Healthcare
02.2014 - 11.2015
  • Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy, and resolving problems swiftly.
  • Managed high call volume during peak hours, prioritizing urgent cases while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Maintained a positive work environment, fostering team collaboration and continuous improvement.
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Participated in regular performance evaluations, consistently exceeding expectations in key metrics such as first-call resolution rate.
  • Adapted quickly to changes in company policies or systems, ensuring minimal disruption in service delivery during transitions.

Operations Assistant

Lifetime Fitness
09.2011 - 12.2013
  • Managed day-to-day department operations with effective workflow coordination.
  • Assisted operations manager with planning of routine operations and special projects.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by promptly resolving issues and answering inquiries via phone, email, and in-person interactions.
  • Coordinated logistics for internal events, leading to successful team-building exercises and meetings.
  • Trained and supervised employees on office policies and procedures.

Server/Bartender

Chillis Bar and Grill
03.2006 - 12.2011

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Sales Associate

Old Navy
01.2002 - 10.2005
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.

Education

Sports Medicine

KU
Lawrence, KS
05-2006

High School Diploma -

Shawnee Mission North High School
Mission, KS
05-2004

Skills

  • Exceptional customer service
  • Memory retention
  • Sales expertise
  • Specials promotion
  • Team member support
  • Effective customer upselling
  • Reliability
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Time management abilities
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Problem-solving aptitude

Timeline

Server/Bartender

Chillis Bar and Grill
01.2016 - Current

Customer Service Advocate

United Healthcare
02.2014 - 11.2015

Operations Assistant

Lifetime Fitness
09.2011 - 12.2013

Server/Bartender

Chillis Bar and Grill
03.2006 - 12.2011

Sales Associate

Old Navy
01.2002 - 10.2005

Sports Medicine

KU

High School Diploma -

Shawnee Mission North High School
Desmond Locke