PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
LANGUAGES
Timeline

ESTEPHANIE CASTRO

Hooters
Berwyn,IL
2
Languages
4
years of professional experience

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in table management and exceptional service delivery in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to foster a welcoming atmosphere through strong communication and collaboration with team members, consistently upholding high standards of cleanliness and efficiency to enhance the dining experience. Accomplished sales expert with a solid track record in retail, emphasizing customer engagement and driving sales growth. Renowned for reliability and adaptability, effectively responding to evolving customer needs and market conditions, significantly contributing to team success and the achievement of sales objectives.

Work History

SALON ASSISTANT

2 Years 10 Months
Chic's Salon | 05.2022 - 03.2025
  • Prepared clients for hair services to support smooth appointment flow.
  • Ensured morning workstation readiness for incoming stylists by cleaning and sanitizing tools and staging necessary equipment for immediate use.
  • Provided exceptional customer service and support for walk-in and scheduled customers.
  • Improved salon operations efficiency by front-desk client intake, managing appointment schedules, and handling questions or concerns in a timely manner.
  • Promoted salon services and products to boost sales revenue and enhance overall client experience.
  • Created attractive displays to promote salon services and products.
  • Maintained a well-organized salon environment by managing supplies inventory and restocking when necessary.
  • Supported reception desk, receiving phone calls, entering appointments, and collecting payments for services rendered.
  • Improved efficiency of salon operations by promptly greeting clients, managing their appointments, and addressing any concerns or inquiries.

Sales Associate

1 Year
Victoria's Secret | 11.2025 - Current
  • Assisted customers with bra fittings, styling advice, and product selections to support confident purchase decisions.
  • Processed sales transactions accurately using POS systems while handling returns, exchanges, and payment discrepancies.
  • Maintained visual merchandising standards by organizing displays, folding product, and replenishing floor inventory.
  • Supported fitting room operations by managing merchandise flow, recovering items, and delivering timely customer assistance.
  • Drove add-on sales by recommending complementary products and promoting loyalty program enrollment.
  • Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.

Server

1 Month
Hooters | 10.2026 - Current
  • Delivered attentive table service, maintaining accurate order details and prompt food and beverage delivery.
  • Recommended menu items and upsells, supporting guest satisfaction and sales performance.
  • Resolved guest concerns professionally, preserving positive dining experiences and repeat business.
  • Processed payments accurately, balanced checks, and handled point-of-sale transactions efficiently.

Education

High School Diploma

Morton West Highschool | Berwyn, IL | 05.2026
  • Honor Roll [2022-2026]
  • Awarded [Seal of Biliteracy-Spanish and English]
  • Awarded [National Community Service Awards-Honor Award]
  • Completed AP course in [Microeconomics]
  • Completed AP course in [AP Statistics]
  • Completed AP course in [AP Spanish and Culture]
  • Completed AP course in [U.S. Government and Politics]
  • [4.7] GPA
  • [Junior State of America] Member
  • [Spanish Honor Society] Member
  • [National Honor Society] Member
  • summa cum laude graduate

BBA - International Business

Loyola University of Chicago | Chicago, IL | 05.2030

Expected in 06/2030

  • [Presidential] Scholarship Recipient
  • Relevant Coursework: [Supply Chain Management] & [Principles of Microeconomics]
  • [Latin American Student Organization] Member
  • [Alpha Kappa Psi] Member

Skills

Building client relationships
Sales experience
Customer engagement
Organizational skills
Multitasking
Positive attitude
Teamwork and collaboration
Time management
Consistent performance
Guest engagement
Professional appearance
Sales techniques
Performance improvement
Point-of-sale system

Accomplishments

  • Academic Excellence: Maintained a high GPA and earned Honor Roll recognition for the last three years while taking challenging AP courses (AP Spanish, AP Pre-Calculus, AP English Language).
  • Leadership & Service: Active member of SHH (Spanish Honor Society), NHS (National Honor Society), and SAALT (Student Activities, Athletics, Leadership, and Team), contributing to community service initiatives like food donations, blood drives, park cleanups, and volunteering at BUILD in Chicago.
  • Extracurricular Impact: Took part in leadership activities through SAALT, organizing school events and encouraging student involvement.

LANGUAGES

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Server

Hooters
10.2026 - CurrentRead More

Sales Associate

Victoria's Secret
11.2025 - CurrentRead More

SALON ASSISTANT

Chic's Salon
05.2022 - 03.2025Read More

Morton West Highschool

High School Diploma
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Loyola University of Chicago

BBA from International Business
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ESTEPHANIE CASTRO