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Gisela Vela

Houston,Texas

Summary

Offering strong multitasking, problem-solving as well strengths in promoting products and finalizing sales. Successful at up-selling target items and giving customer positive experiences to drive loyalty and repeat business. Passionate, positive.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Food Server-Cashier

Panda Express
Houston & San Antonio
01.2018
  • Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns
  • Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns
  • Elevated customer satisfaction through followup and enthusiastic customer service
  • Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies
  • Completed table resets by wiping down surfaces and refilling condiments
  • Organized and replenished supplies at food stations to optimize team performance
  • Greeted incoming guests and managed accurate seating based on customer desires and server loads
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices
  • Conferred with cooks to produce accurate orders, verifying accuracy prior to delivery
  • Replenished food items, paper products and canned goods to keep pantry well-stocked during busy periods
  • Trained and developed new sales team associates in products, selling techniques and company procedures.

Shampoo Technician

Blo Blow Dry Bar
Houston,Texas
06.2022 - Current
  • Greet client and direct them to shampooing station.
  • Arrange for towel to be placed on their neck to make them more comfortable.
  • Place protective garment over patron to keep their clothes dry.
  • Run water.
  • Test water to ensure it's not too hot or cold.
  • Wet client's hair thoroughly until hair is completely saturated.
  • Consult client to determine which shampoo is appropriate.

Answering phone calls

Pro Services Cashier

Lowe's
Spring
09.2021 - Current
  • Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases
  • Operated cash registers to record transaction accurately and efficiently
  • Maintained store knowledge of store promotions
  • Fast paced services taking LAR-escrow accounts or other Lowes credit as well opening up to 120 consumer credits and I’m number one of opening business credits in the store
  • Quickly learned new skills and apply them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
  • Customer service work from exchanging, returns and price adjustments know how to add merchandise , online orders, pick up laters and cull packs, remove and authorize buyers, quotation and much more
  • Proficient in computer programs and data entry
  • I take payments over the phone (phone sales)
  • Know both systems that Lowes has
  • Bilingual can read and write in English and Spanish
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items , join business accounts and rewards programs
  • Had trained new employees cashiers, specialists and head cashiers at the pro desk
  • Translation to customers and employees
  • Cashier of the month
  • Work closely with pro specialists and Head cashiers.

Recaller

Fresh Dental Care
Houston, TX
08.2023 - 04.2024
  • Handling queries and complaints via phone, email and general correspondence
  • Transferring calls as necessary
  • Taking and ensuring messages are passed to the appropriate staff member in time
  • Setting up appointments
  • Handling transcription, printing, photocopying and faxing
  • Calling in prescriptions

Cashier

Fiesta Baking Supplies
Houston
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Restocked and organized merchandise
  • Cycle count
  • Answer questions about store policies and addressed customers concerns
  • Greet customers, built a relationship
  • Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customers
  • Promoted customer loyalty and delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing customers , new and potential customers.

Brand Ambassador

Dracko
Houston
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Increased brand awareness through event marketing demonstrations, sales and brand promotion
  • Communicated product information with confidence and educated consumers about the company
  • Engaged, befriended customers to deliver amazing shopping experience
  • Show understanding of customer’s style and preferences when offering product advice.

Assistant CMA

Casa Linda Home-care
Brownsville, Texas
06.2017 - 11.2017
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight
  • Mentored and coached to improve performance and interactions with residents
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.

Sales Representative

Metro Pcs
Brownsville, TX
05.2016 - 08.2016
  • Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products
  • Achieved monthly sales goals by promoting product benefits and enrolling new clients
  • Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery
  • Trained and mentored new sales representatives
  • Reached out to customers after completed sales to evaluate satisfaction and determine immediate service requirements
  • Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits
  • Organized sales paperwork, presented proposals and finalized contracts.

Education

Medical Assistant -

Brightwood College
07.2016

High School Diploma -

Brownsville Learning Academy
08.2015

Hanna Early College High School - Brownsville, TX
09.2012

Skills


  • Computer literacy skills
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Organizational skills
  • Flexibility and curiosity
  • Confidence and a forward-thinking mindset

Timeline

Recaller

Fresh Dental Care
08.2023 - 04.2024

Shampoo Technician

Blo Blow Dry Bar
06.2022 - Current

Pro Services Cashier

Lowe's
09.2021 - Current

Cashier

Fiesta Baking Supplies
01.2020 - 01.2021

Food Server-Cashier

Panda Express
01.2018

Brand Ambassador

Dracko
01.2018 - 01.2020

Assistant CMA

Casa Linda Home-care
06.2017 - 11.2017

Sales Representative

Metro Pcs
05.2016 - 08.2016

Medical Assistant -

Brightwood College

High School Diploma -

Brownsville Learning Academy

Hanna Early College High School - Brownsville, TX
Gisela Vela