GEORGE VAN BESIEN
Retail Thrift Store
Statesboro,GA
5
years of professional experience
Compassionate professional with experience in customer service, retail operations, and cash handling in fast-paced environments. Skilled in effective communication and relationship building with diverse populations. Experienced in managing public interactions, navigating challenging situations, and supporting team dynamics. Seeking a full-time Night Tech position to leverage interpersonal skills and commitment to fostering a supportive environment for individuals in recovery.
Work History
Retail Associate / Cashier
1 Year- Operate the cash register and POS system while accurately processing customer transactions.
- Delivered friendly and professional customer service, enhancing customer satisfaction and store experience.
- Assisted with opening and closing procedures, ensuring a clean, organized, and well-stocked store for customers.
- Adapt to changing priorities while balancing customer service, donations, merchandising, and other daily responsibilities.
- Work collaboratively with team members to maintain efficient store operations.
- Remain calm and professional when handling difficult customers or unexpected situations.
- Assist with donation intake, sorting, pricing, and organizing merchandise.
- Conducted pricing research to establish competitive prices for donated merchandise, maximizing revenue potential.
Volunteer
4 Months- Contributed regularly to daily store operations, ensuring smooth workflow.
- Assisted with organizing, sorting, and preparing merchandise for sale.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow and productivity. and other volunteers to complete daily tasks efficiently.
- Consistently arrived on time and fulfilled commitments to support team efforts., teamwork, and willingness to assist wherever needed.
Barista
8 Months- Provided daily customer service in a fast-paced coffee shop environment.
- Prepared beverages and food while following proper food-handling and safety procedures.
- Operated POS systems and processed customer transactions to ensure accurate and timely service.
- Multitasked between customer service, order preparation, cleaning, and other operational responsibilities.
- Multitasked in customer service, order preparation, cleaning, and various operational tasks to support smooth daily operations.
- Collaborated with team members to foster a cohesive and positive work environment.
Front of House Team Member
7 Months- Delivered exceptional customer service at front counter and high-volume drive-through, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Processed customer orders and payments using POS systems.
- Expedited orders and communicated with team members to ensure customers received accurate and timely orders.
- Exhibited professionalism and composure in fast-paced environment, contributing to positive customer experiences.
- Trained new team members on front-of-house responsibilities and procedures.
- Cultivated teamwork, communication, multitasking, and adaptability skills, fostering a collaborative work atmosphere.
Education
Business Studies
GPA: 3.78
High School Diploma
Skills
Transaction Management
POS Systems
Customer Service
Sales
Multitasking
Organization
Adaptability
Visual Merchandising
Merchandise Pricing
Teamwork
Communication
Conflict Resolution
De-escalation
Working Under Pressure
Leadership
Critical Thinking
Retail Marketing
Additional Information
Valid Driver's License, Available for Full-Time Employment, Comfortable Working Night Shifts, Experienced Working in Fast-Paced Environments, Strong interpersonal and communication skills, Quick learner who adapts well to new responsibilities
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer, Retail Thrift Store, Statesboro, Georgia, 05/01/25-09/30/25, Volunteered regularly to support daily store operations., Assisted with organizing, sorting, and preparing merchandise for sale., Worked alongside staff and other volunteers to complete daily tasks efficiently., Demonstrated reliability, teamwork, and willingness to assist wherever needed.
Community Service
Volunteer, Retail Thrift Store, Statesboro, Georgia, 05/01/25-09/30/25, Volunteered regularly to support daily store operations., Assisted with organizing, sorting, and preparing merchandise for sale., Worked alongside staff and other volunteers to complete daily tasks efficiently., Demonstrated reliability, teamwork, and willingness to assist wherever needed.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full Time
Location Preference
On-Site
Location:
Statesboro, GASavannah, GAPooler, GA
Open to relocation:
Yes
Minimum Desired Compensation
$12/hr
Timeline
Retail Associate / Cashier
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10.2025 - CurrentRead More
Volunteer
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05.2025 - 09.2025Read More
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05.2021 - 12.2021Read More
Western Carolina University
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01.2025Read More
South Point High School
High School Diploma
01.2023Read More