James Croonquist
Bloomfield ,NJ
Summary
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Funeral Director
Bernheim-Apter-Kreitzman Suburban Funeral Chapel
04.2025 - Current
- Managed all aspects of funeral arrangements for smooth and efficient service delivery.
- Maintained facility cleanliness, ensuring a welcoming environment for grieving families.
- Assisted in the preparation of bodies for visitation or burial, adhering to strict standards of care.
Server
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
09.2023 - 04.2025
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Retail Sales Associate
J-Crew Clothing
03.2022 - 03.2025
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing concerns promptly.
Funeral Director
Timothy E. Ryan Home for Funerals
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Arranged funeral/memorial services for grieving families to meet budget and memorialized instructions.
- Promoted funeral service merchandise such as caskets, urns, outer burial containers and flowers.
- Picked up deceased at private homes, hospitals and county morgues.
Funeral Director / Intern
C.C. Van Emburgh Inc.
07.2018 - 12.2022
- Exhibited professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive information about deceased individuals and their families throughout the internship.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing compassionate and empathetic support during funeral planning processes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge within the funeral service industry continually.
Funeral Director
Bergen Funeral Service
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Upheld legal compliance with local regulations regarding burials, cremations, and embalming practices.
- Closed and secured caskets and led funeral corteges to churches and burial sites.
- Streamlined operations with effective communication between staff, clients, and vendors.
Education
Associate of Science - Funeral Service / Embalming
Mercer County Community College
Trenton, NJ05-2021
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ05-2020
Skills
- OSHA regulations
- Pricing structures
- Regulatory compliance
- Customer response
Timeline
Funeral Director
Bernheim-Apter-Kreitzman Suburban Funeral Chapel
04.2025 - Current
Server
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
09.2023 - 04.2025
Funeral Director
Timothy E. Ryan Home for Funerals
01.2023 - 12.2024
Retail Sales Associate
J-Crew Clothing
03.2022 - 03.2025
Funeral Director
Bergen Funeral Service
01.2020 - 03.2022
Funeral Director / Intern
C.C. Van Emburgh Inc.
07.2018 - 12.2022
Associate of Science - Funeral Service / Embalming
Mercer County Community College
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Bergen Community College
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