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Pearla Quinonez

Park Forest,IL

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Walmart, adept in strategic planning and conflict resolution. Excelled in enhancing team performance and customer satisfaction through innovative quality control and coaching throughout my career. Skills in project management and fostering diversity have led to significant improvements in team dynamics and operational efficiency. Strong focus on driving results and creating a positive work environment, confident in ability to contribute to the success of any organization.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Lead

Walmart
Olympia Fields, IL
12.2019 - Current

• Contributed to successful quality control initiatives and implemented new strategies to improve employee performance.

• Resolved a wide variety of conflicts between team members professionally, equitably and efficiently.

• Monitored progress on projects and adjusted timelines as needed.

• Reviewed staff electronic and paper documentation for quality, timeliness and consistency.

• Created and distributed monthly and annual reports to management regarding team performance.

• Delivered fast and friendly service to handle inquiries and service complaints.

• Collaborated with colleagues and co-workers to deliver exceptional customer experience.

• Anticipated consumer needs and resolved problems to keep customers happy.

• Provided accurate information about products and services to customers.

• Maintained a high level of knowledge regarding current promotions, discounts, or special offers available.

• Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.

• Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.

• Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.

• Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.

• Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.

• Worked myriad stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.

• Fomented positive change within the organization through strategic thinking, innovation, problem-solving abilities, and consistent leadership style.

• Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.

• Assisted in recruitment to build multiple teams of top performers.

Crew Chief

Portillo's Hot Dogs
New Lenox, IL
05.2016 - 12.2019

• Instructed new crew members standard operating procedures and in maintaining requisite standards.

• Assisted front-of-house team members promptly resolve customer complaints.

• Maximized profitability by optimizing employee workflows and identifying areas of improvement in food waste.

• Controlled infection and contamination risk factors with consistent and diligent enforcement of cleaning and sanitation procedures.

• Demonstrated leadership, exemplary customer service and friendly, professional demeanor.

• Sought to improve business operations continuously through team training, customer engagement and marketing strategy.

• Conversed with guests informally to obtain feedback on overall customer satisfaction.

• Organized daily assignments for crew members, ensuring efficient use of time and resources.

• Trained all team members on key roles to maintain flexibility.

• Mentored junior crew members, fostering a supportive work environment and promoting professional growth.

• Ensured compliance with industry regulations through diligent record keeping and adherence to established protocols.

Education

High School Diploma -

Rich South High School
Richton Park, IL
2017

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Conflict resolution
  • Customer focus
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Performance monitoring
  • Performance improvement
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • Employee evaluation
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Influencing skills
  • Relationship building
  • Talent acquisition
  • Task delegation
  • Strategic planning
  • Workflow management
  • Project management
  • Issue resolution
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Goal setting
  • Daily workflow improvement
  • Marketing
  • Complaint resolution

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Team Lead

Walmart
12.2019 - Current

Crew Chief

Portillo's Hot Dogs
05.2016 - 12.2019

High School Diploma -

Rich South High School
Pearla Quinonez