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Heather Mendez

Sparta,TN

Summary

Experienced Store Cashier with solid understanding of retail dynamics and customer service. Equipped with key skills including POS system operation, money handling, inventory management, and problem-solving. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with customers, resolve complaints efficiently, and maintain high level of store cleanliness. Proven track record in fostering positive shopping experiences that enhance customer loyalty and satisfaction.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Cashier/stocker

Aldi Foods
Downey, California
10.2022 - 10.2023

Service-oriented Store Cashier skilled in POS operation, money handling, and inventory management. Facilitated effective customer communication and resolved complaints, contributing to a clean and welcoming shopping environment. Strengthened customer loyalty through positive interactions and efficient service delivery.

  • Processed customer payments at register using Aldi cashier procedures.
  • Greeted shoppers and resolved checkout questions with courteous service.
  • Scanned merchandise and verified pricing for accurate transactions.

Team member

Michaels Arts and Crafts
Downey, California
10.2019 - 10.2021
  • Scanned groceries at Aldi checkout lanes with speed and accuracy.
  • Processed cash, card, and contactless payments using store register.
  • Greeted shoppers and answered questions about Aldi products and pricing.
  • Bagged purchases carefully to support fast, friendly checkout service.
  • Handled returns and payment issues according to Aldi store procedures.
  • Replenished front-end supplies and kept checkout area clean.
  • Supported store team with cart retrieval and shelf straightening.
  • Communicated effectively with coworkers to ensure smooth operations during shifts.
  • Resolved customer complaints in an efficient manner.
  • Answered customer inquiries in a professional manner over the phone or in person.
  • Provided accurate information on product availability, pricing, and promotions.
  • Adhered to company policies regarding safety procedures while handling cash.
  • Assisted customers with returns or exchanges as needed.
  • Handled large amounts of cash with accuracy throughout shifts.
  • Greeted customers and provided them with excellent customer service.
  • Maintained store security by monitoring customers for suspicious behavior and theft prevention.
  • Operated scanning equipment to process payments quickly and accurately.
  • Processed cash, check, and credit card transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Ensured all checkout areas were clean, well-stocked, and properly maintained.
  • Made sure that all prices were correctly labeled on products before putting them out on the shelves.
  • Maintained work area and kept cash drawer organized.
  • Built and maintained productive relationships with employees.
  • Scanned items and checked pricing on cash register for accuracy.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels by going extra mile to personalize service for each customer.
  • Trained and mentored new cashiers to maximize performance with skilled, efficient and knowledgeable team members.
  • Maintained current knowledge of store promotions to highlight sales to customers.
  • Offered customers carry-out service at completion of transaction.
  • Processed returned merchandise by strictly following store return and exchange procedures.
  • Established or identified prices of goods and services and tabulated bills with optical price scanners and cash registers.
  • Stocked shelves with newly arrived products.
  • Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items.
  • Maintained neat, safe and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis.
  • Faced products on shelves and displays to meet company policies.
  • Provided customer service by answering questions about product location, price and availability.
  • Organized storage areas for efficient use of space.
  • Arranged merchandise in an attractive manner to promote sales.
  • Ensured that all products were labeled properly before stocking the shelves.
  • Received incoming product deliveries and relocated to storage shelves, coolers, or bins.
  • Moved and rebuilt shelves, racks and displays to increase visibility of merchandise.
  • Inspected stock for damage or defects and reported issues to management.
  • Participated in physical inventories of stock on hand periodically.
  • Monitored expiration dates of perishable items to ensure freshness.
  • Sorted returned merchandise for restocking or disposal.
  • Updated product labels to reflect accurate pricing.
  • Recorded quantity, type and value of materials or items received.
  • Completed documentation related to receiving, stocking, returns and other activities accurately.
  • Recorded merchandise moves for correct product counts and checked quantities against stocking reports.
  • Processed returns quickly and accurately according to company policy.
  • Coordinated with management to identify and resolve inventory discrepancies.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
  • Packed and unpacked items, checking breakables before stocking on shelves.
  • Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members involved in production and transport.
  • Stamped price tags on merchandise, referring to official price lists.
  • Recommended disposal of obsolete stocks to write off unsellable items from inventory.
  • Compared merchandise invoices to items actually received.

Team member

Michaels Arts and Crafts
Downey, California
10.2012 - 10.2016
  • Scanned groceries at Aldi checkout lanes with speed and accuracy.
  • Processed cash, card, and contactless payments using store register.
  • Greeted shoppers and answered questions about Aldi products and pricing.
  • Bagged purchases carefully to support fast, friendly checkout service.
  • Replenished front-end supplies and kept checkout area clean.
  • Supported store team with cart retrieval and shelf straightening.
  • Communicated effectively with coworkers to ensure smooth operations during shifts.
  • Resolved customer complaints in an efficient manner.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise when necessary.
  • Provided accurate information on product availability, pricing, and promotions.
  • Adhered to company policies regarding safety procedures while handling cash.
  • Assisted customers with returns or exchanges as needed.
  • Handled large amounts of cash with accuracy throughout shifts.
  • Greeted customers and provided them with excellent customer service.
  • Maintained store security by monitoring customers for suspicious behavior and theft prevention.
  • Operated scanning equipment to process payments quickly and accurately.
  • Ensured all checkout areas were clean, well-stocked, and properly maintained.
  • Made sure that all prices were correctly labeled on products before putting them out on the shelves.
  • Maintained work area and kept cash drawer organized.
  • Processed customer payments quickly and returned exact change and receipts.
  • Built and maintained productive relationships with employees.
  • Scanned items and checked pricing on cash register for accuracy.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels by going extra mile to personalize service for each customer.
  • Trained and mentored new cashiers to maximize performance with skilled, efficient and knowledgeable team members.
  • Maintained current knowledge of store promotions to highlight sales to customers.
  • Offered customers carry-out service at completion of transaction.
  • Processed returned merchandise by strictly following store return and exchange procedures.
  • Established or identified prices of goods and services and tabulated bills with optical price scanners and cash registers.
  • Stocked shelves with newly arrived products.
  • Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items.
  • Maintained neat, safe and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis.
  • Faced products on shelves and displays to meet company policies.
  • Provided customer service by answering questions about product location, price and availability.
  • Arranged merchandise in an attractive manner to promote sales.
  • Ensured that all products were labeled properly before stocking the shelves.
  • Removed outdated products from shelves in accordance with company policy.
  • Moved and rebuilt shelves, racks and displays to increase visibility of merchandise.
  • Inspected stock for damage or defects and reported issues to management.
  • Participated in physical inventories of stock on hand periodically.
  • Followed proper stock rotation procedures to minimize obsolescence and remove out of date items from sales floor.
  • Monitored expiration dates of perishable items to ensure freshness.
  • Sorted returned merchandise for restocking or disposal.
  • Updated product labels to reflect accurate pricing.
  • Coordinated with management to identify and resolve inventory discrepancies.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
  • Packed and unpacked items, checking breakables before stocking on shelves.
  • Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members involved in production and transport.
  • Stamped price tags on merchandise, referring to official price lists.
  • Recommended disposal of obsolete stocks to write off unsellable items from inventory.

Education

Keystone Academy
Downey, CA

Skills

  • Store merchandise stocking
  • Cash handling
  • POS system proficiency
  • Register operations
  • Inventory control
  • Loss prevention
  • Loss prevention awareness
  • Handling returns and exchanges
  • Customer service
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Building customer loyalty
  • Product promotion
  • Promotional strategies
  • Upselling strategies
  • Cross-selling techniques
  • Merchandising
  • Store merchandising
  • Stock rotation
  • Merchandise replenishment
  • Store merchandise stocking
  • Item scanning
  • Price labeling
  • Price identification
  • Product Availability Checking
  • Drawer management
  • Electronic Payment Processing
  • Credit processing
  • Refunds and exchanges
  • Gift Cards Handling
  • Basic math
  • Attention to detail
  • Detail-oriented
  • Multitasking
  • Time management
  • Physical stamina
  • Professional appearance
  • Cleanliness and hygiene
  • Maintaining store appearance
  • Team communication
  • Verbal communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Teamwork
  • Cooperative attitude
  • Training and mentoring
  • Staff supervision
  • Problem solving
  • Customer focus
  • Customer service excellence
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Product Availability Checking
  • Customer focus
  • Store policies understanding
  • Physical stamina
  • Credit processing
  • Refunds and exchanges
  • Electronic Payment Processing
  • Gift Cards Handling
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Team leadership
  • Price identification
  • Promotional strategies
  • Staff supervision

Timeline

Store Cashier/stocker

Aldi Foods
10.2022 - 10.2023

Team member

Michaels Arts and Crafts
10.2019 - 10.2021

Team member

Michaels Arts and Crafts
10.2012 - 10.2016

Keystone Academy
Heather Mendez