Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Timeline

Dorthy kay Ratcliff

Brookhaven

Summary

Hardworking Sales Associate committed to driving high sales in both slow and busy shifts. Organized and patient individual polished in handling customer complaints and replenishing stock. Flexible and outgoing team player commended for demonstrating honesty and integrity with customers, team members and supervisors.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1996
1996
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Sales Associate

Channel control Dirtcheap
Brookhaven
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Assisted customers with product inquiries and purchasing decisions.
  • Managed cash register operations and processed customer transactions efficiently.
  • Maintained organized displays and ensured merchandise was well-stocked.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
  • Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
  • Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
  • Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
  • Attended weekly team meetings to review performance goals and objectives.
  • Processed returns, exchanges, and refunds in accordance with company policies.
  • Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
  • Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.

Gas Station Clerk,cook

Riverview gas / grocery station
McComb
02.2020 - 05.2020
  • Operated cash register and processed customer transactions efficiently.
  • Managed inventory by restocking shelves and organizing products.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries about products and services offered.
  • Verified age of customers purchasing alcohol or tobacco products with valid ID.
  • Greeted customers entering the gas station and provided assistance when needed.
  • Maintained cleanliness of store by sweeping floors, wiping counters and restocking shelves.
  • Processed payments via cash, credit and debit cards and counted back change to customers to avoid cash drawer errors.
  • Operated cash register to process transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise such as snacks, drinks and other convenience items.
  • Inspected identification to determine proper age of customers for alcohol and cigarettes.
  • Processed customer payments, counted money in cash drawers and balanced receipts with sales.
  • Checked expiration dates on food items before stocking them onto shelves.
  • Answered phone calls regarding product availability, prices and special orders.
  • Collected payments for dispensed gas and tendered change or receipts to customers.

Fry cook station

Burger King
McComb
08.2003 - 02.2004
  • Prepared and cooked menu items according to company standards.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service.
  • Stocked supplies and ingredients for daily operations.
  • Operated deep fryers safely while cooking food items as per customer requests.
  • Stocked and restocked food items on the line.
  • Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Maintained a clean work area by washing dishes, utensils, equipment and counters throughout shift.
  • Inspected fryers regularly to ensure optimal performance and temperature levels.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Prepared menu items such as french fries, onion rings, fish, chicken and other deep fried foods.
  • Communicated with kitchen staff to complete orders quickly.
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Followed all safety and sanitation guidelines when handling food and cleaning kitchen areas.
  • Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
  • Utilized appropriate tools such as tongs or spatulas when retrieving or transferring hot foods from fryer baskets to plates.
  • Wiped down counters with sanitizing spray to avoid contamination and foodborne illnesses.
  • Cooked orders according to customer specifications within established time frames.
  • Communicated with customers about order details in a friendly manner.
  • Restocked kitchen supplies and food items to properly prepare for food service.
  • Organized kitchen and walk-in freezer to enable employees to easily find items.
  • Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
  • Assisted in preparation of menu items ranging from burgers to sandwiches.
  • Prepared garnishes for later use in meal production.
  • Used grills, deep fryers and griddles to cook food.
  • Prepared multiple orders at once for speedy service.
  • Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
  • Kept items warm until sold using heat lamps.
  • Washed and cut ingredients for quick meal assembly.

Debone Preprice

Sanderfarms
McComb
04.2003 - 07.2003
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.

Sales Associate

Southern cash /pawn
McComb
09.2002 - 04.2003
  • Assisted customers with product inquiries and purchasing decisions.
  • Managed cash register operations and processed customer transactions efficiently.

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Stocking coolers cleaning

Homeville gro
McComb
10.2001 - 01.2003
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.stocked coolers and cleaning inside and outside store floors parking lot

Education

South Pike High , Magnolia , MS

Skills

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  • Inventory management
  • Product knowledge
  • Point-of-sale systems
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Active listening
  • Problem solving

  • accuracy

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sales Associate - Channel control Dirtcheap
08.2024 - 12.2024
Gas Station Clerk,cook - Riverview gas / grocery station
02.2020 - 05.2020
Fry cook station - Burger King
08.2003 - 02.2004
Debone Preprice - Sanderfarms
04.2003 - 07.2003
Sales Associate - Southern cash /pawn
09.2002 - 04.2003
Stocking coolers cleaning - Homeville gro
10.2001 - 01.2003
South Pike High - ,
Dorthy kay Ratcliff