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Gray Dow

Milwaukee,WI

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Key Holder

Dollar General
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Mentored new sales associates to contribute to store's positive culture.
  • Managed daily cash handling procedures, ensuring accuracy in transactions and preventing losses due to discrepancies.
  • Maintained clean, adequately stocked, and organized store by streamlining daily operations and introducing new procedures.
  • Handled difficult situations calmly under pressure resolving conflicts between both customers and staff in a professional manner.
  • Increased store sales by creating visually appealing merchandise displays and product placements.
  • Supported store operations during peak hours, effectively managing long queues and high volumes of customers.

Crew Member

Culver's Restaurant
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
  • Checked on dining areas frequently to clean up spills, wipe down tables and restock stations.
  • Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
  • Helped maintain a clean and welcoming dining area for customers, boosting overall satisfaction during their visit.

Car Detailer

Clintonville Motors Inc.
01.2021 - 04.2021
  • Applied fuel additives to help clean and protect engines.
  • Cleaned upholstery, rugs and other surfaces by using cleaning agents, applicators and cleaning devices.
  • Collected and disposed of trash in vehicle console spaces and under seats.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring efficient completion of tasks and high-quality workmanship.

Package Handler

Nueske's Applewood Smoked Meats
11.2020 - 12.2020
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
  • Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.

Sandwich Artist

SUBWAY®Restaurants
09.2019 - 01.2020
  • Participated actively in store promotional activities that led to increased foot traffic during special events.
  • Built rapport with regular customers by remembering their names and preferred orders, fostering a welcoming environment.
  • Readied customers' take-out orders in secure bags with appropriate amounts of condiments, silverware and napkins.
  • Monitored inventory and requisitioned low-stock items.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Illustration

Milwaukee Institute of Art Design
Milwaukee, WI
04.2025

High School Diploma -

Marion Junior-Senior High, Marion, WI, US
Marion, WI
05.2021

Skills

  • Inventory Oversight
  • Inventory Management
  • Cycle Counts and Audits
  • Relationship Building
  • Retail Operations
  • Decision-Making
  • Cash Handling and Reconciliation
  • Store Reset and Recovery
  • Inventory and Stocking
  • Adaptable to Changing Demands
  • Computer Proficiency
  • Customer Service

Timeline

Key Holder

Dollar General
06.2023 - 08.2023

Crew Member

Culver's Restaurant
06.2022 - 08.2022

Car Detailer

Clintonville Motors Inc.
01.2021 - 04.2021

Package Handler

Nueske's Applewood Smoked Meats
11.2020 - 12.2020

Sandwich Artist

SUBWAY®Restaurants
09.2019 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Illustration

Milwaukee Institute of Art Design

High School Diploma -

Marion Junior-Senior High, Marion, WI, US
Gray Dow