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Janelle Rivera

Elizabeth,NJ

Summary

To seek and maintain a 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

Shift Leader

Dollar General
05.2023 - 10.2023
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
  • Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep business profitable and running smoothly.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.

Barista

Starbucks
02.2022 - 04.2023
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
  • Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
  • Prevented infections and maintained store professionalism by cleaning and sanitizing work areas daily.
  • Restocked display cases with attractive arrangements to promote specialty food items like bagels and muffins.
  • Helped management keep adequate supply on hand by notifying of shortages.
  • Promoted additional items with beverages, increasing store sales.
  • Explained beverage preparation and offered samples to help customers choose ideal items.

Assistant Manager

Jerusalem Cafe
03.2022 - 10.2022
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Developed strategy to increase sales and drive profits.
  • Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.

Barista

Starbucks
11.2020 - 12.2020
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
  • Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
  • Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
  • Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
  • Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
  • Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
  • Monitored supply levels at counter and maintained customer areas to meet typical demands.
  • Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
  • Elevated customer loyalty by using strong communication abilities to resolve customer problems.
  • Sanitized equipment and wiped down counters and tables to prevent spread of germs.
  • Helped management keep adequate supply on hand by notifying of shortages.
  • Restocked display cases with attractive arrangements to promote specialty food items like bagels and muffins.
  • Promoted additional items with beverages, increasing store sales.

Waitress

Marlboro Diner
09.2020 - 10.2020
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Followed health and safety regulations relevant to hospitality industry to minimize accidents, incidents and liability to restaurant.
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
  • Bussed tables during busy periods to assist staff and quickly turn over tables.
  • Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
  • Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
  • Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
  • Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.

Sales Associate

The Childrens's Place
01.2020 - 05.2020
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.

Education

High School Diploma -

Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Elizabeth, NJ
07.2020

Skills

  • Operations Support
  • Customer Service Management
  • Production Scheduling
  • Production Reporting
  • Quality Inspections
  • Rules Enforcement
  • Diplomatic and Fair
  • Shift Paperwork Completion
  • Team Motivation
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Training Assistance
  • Team Leadership
  • Policy and Procedure Enforcement
  • Creative Problem-Solving
  • Client Service
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Positive Attitude

Timeline

Shift Leader

Dollar General
05.2023 - 10.2023

Assistant Manager

Jerusalem Cafe
03.2022 - 10.2022

Barista

Starbucks
02.2022 - 04.2023

Barista

Starbucks
11.2020 - 12.2020

Waitress

Marlboro Diner
09.2020 - 10.2020

Sales Associate

The Childrens's Place
01.2020 - 05.2020

High School Diploma -

Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy

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