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Gene Cleveland

Ogden,UT

Summary

An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Live Nursery Specialist

Lowe's
Clinton, UT
03.2025 - Current
  • Created displays to attractively showcase merchandise in order to maximize sales potential.
  • Advised customers on best practices for planting, growing and caring for plants purchased from the store.
  • Organized and maintained the nursery area ensuring a neat and orderly display of products.
  • Inspected incoming shipments of plants for quality assurance prior to placing them on the sales floor.
  • Conducted routine maintenance of nursery stock including watering, fertilizing, pruning, and pest and disease control.
  • Assisted customers in selecting plants, flowers, and gardening supplies for their home gardens.

Store Lead

Walgreens
Ogden, UT
08.2024 - 02.2025
  • Organized promotional displays and merchandise shelves according to company standards.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to all customers.
  • Conducted daily store operations including opening and closing procedures, cash handling, register operations, and inventory management.
  • Served as a role model for other employees by demonstrating superior work ethic.
  • Supervised team members on their assigned tasks throughout the day.
  • Worked closely with vendors to ensure quality products were delivered on time.
  • Regularly communicated with upper management regarding operational matters affecting the business.
  • Monitored store performance metrics, such as sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
  • Performed daily audits of the store's physical condition, cleanliness, product placement, pricing accuracy.
  • Supervised work of cashiers, training new team members and monitoring performance.
  • Received store deliveries and transported items to correct facility locations.

Assistant Manager

Zumiez
Murray, UT
11.2022 - 12.2024
  • Processed returns and exchanges according to established guidelines, enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Developed effective schedules to ensure adequate staffing coverage during peak hours.
  • Conducted daily audits of merchandise displays, pricing accuracy, and security measures.
  • Maintained clean, organized work environment to promote enjoyable shopping experience.
  • Supervised daily store operations, including opening, closing, inventory management, and stocking shelves.
  • Trained new employees on product knowledge, customer service, and cash handling procedures.
  • Resolved customer complaints efficiently to uphold high satisfaction ratings.
  • Customized sales techniques to effectively sell and upsell services to clients.

Barista Shift Supervisor

Beans And Brews
Ogden, UT
01.2024 - 08.2024
  • Inspected coffee brewing equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  • Assisted customers in selecting beverages based on their preferences.
  • Monitored stock levels of coffee beans, syrups, cups, lids, and other supplies needed for operation.
  • Trained new baristas on coffee preparation techniques and customer service standards.
  • Prepared specialty coffee drinks such as lattes, cappuccinos, macchiatos, mochas, and Americanos.

Bouncer

Kamikazes Bar
Ogden, UT
01.2024 - 08.2024
  • Established strong customer relationships through consistent interactions and exceptional service.
  • Monitored crowd control during peak hours to ensure safety and orderliness.
  • Inspected IDs of all guests to verify compliance with age requirements.
  • Communicated with local law enforcement regarding incidents involving disorderly conduct or trespassers.
  • Ensured adherence to all regulations governing liquor service within the establishment.

Notary & Store Lead

Ups Store
Sandy, Utah
03.2021 - 10.2022
  • Monitored stock levels of materials used in the daily operation of the mailroom.
  • Generated reports detailing activities in the mailroom such as package tracking numbers, shipping costs.
  • Sorted and distributed incoming mail according to predetermined routing procedures.
  • Scanned documents into electronic filing systems.
  • Collected payments from customers for services rendered.
  • Managed hazardous material documentation requirements when preparing orders for shipment.
  • Worked closely with carriers such as FedEx, UPS, USPS and DHL regarding pick-ups and deliveries.
  • Reviewed all signed documentation before submitting it to relevant authorities.
  • Attested to the authenticity of signatures on official documents.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Zoology

Weber State University
Ogden, UT

High School Diploma -

Alta High School
Sandy, UT
05-2020

Skills

  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Figma and Framer design
  • Visual merchandising and display
  • Inventory management
  • Customer service and assistance
  • Sales techniques and expertise
  • Team supervision and teamwork
  • Product promotion and e-commerce
  • Cleaning and sanitizing practices
  • Loss prevention strategies
  • Return and exchange handling
  • Sales floor organization and multitasking

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Live Nursery Specialist

Lowe's
03.2025 - Current

Store Lead

Walgreens
08.2024 - 02.2025

Barista Shift Supervisor

Beans And Brews
01.2024 - 08.2024

Bouncer

Kamikazes Bar
01.2024 - 08.2024

Assistant Manager

Zumiez
11.2022 - 12.2024

Notary & Store Lead

Ups Store
03.2021 - 10.2022

Some College (No Degree) - Zoology

Weber State University

High School Diploma -

Alta High School