Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer Organizations
Timeline
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Jayanni Younge

North Little Rock,AR
Jayanni Younge

Summary

Friendly Dental Assistant Student Intern enthusiastic about dental hygiene care and patient education, bringing top-notch skills in oral and written communication, active listening, and analytical problem-solving skills. With 5 years of exceptional retail and food industry skills, detail-oriented, being a team player with strong organizational skills eager to secure an entry-level Dental Assistant position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals.

Overview

7
years of professional experience

Work History

Happy Hippie Smoke Shop

Assistant Manager
07.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.

Victoria's Secret

Pink TAP Manager
04.2021 - 12.2022

Job overview

  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Conducted team meetings to reinforce goals and objectives and set clear expectations about policies and procedures.
  • Performed competitive analyses and adjusted sales and marketing strategies accordingly.
  • Directed canvassing plans to facilitate consistent, high-quality appointments for sales representatives.

Barnes & Noble

Book Seller
11.2020 - 04.2021

Job overview

  • Recovered sales floor by picking up items, shelving books, and product and straightening bookshelves and tables.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
  • Processed payments and returns on company POS system using proper cash-handling procedures.
  • Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and store promotions.
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
  • Applied interpersonal and communication skills to establish selling relationship with customers.
  • Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services.

T.J Maxx

Sales Associate
05.2020 - 09.2020

Job overview

  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock Financial Aid Office

Office Assistant
10.2019 - 05.2020

Job overview

  • Managed daily data entry and kept clerical information accurate and up-to-date.
  • Prepared and edited documents to produce precise, accurate, and professional communication.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
  • Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
  • Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
  • Edited and proofread documents for accuracy and completeness.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.

American Pie Pizza

Kitchen Crew
05.2018 - 08.2019

Job overview

  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate restaurant goals such as upselling certain items, addressing product availability issues and other communication concerns.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.

Zumiez

Sales Associate
10.2017 - 02.2018

Job overview

  • Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Education

Western Colorado University
, Gunnison, Colorado

Undergraduate Geology
08.2023

The University of Arkansas At Little Rock
, Little Rock, AR

Undergraduate General Biology
05.2021

North Little Rock High School
, North Little Rock, AR

High School Diploma
05.2019

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Sales Techniques
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Attention to Detail
  • Guest Engagement
  • Creative Thinking
  • Team Building and Leadership
  • Store Organization

Volunteer Organizations

  • University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Chi Omega Sorority Member (Gamma Zeta Chapter), 11/2020, 05/2021
  • North Little Rock High School, Theater Dance Member, 08/2015, 05/2019

Timeline

Assistant Manager

Happy Hippie Smoke Shop
07.2023 - Current

Pink TAP Manager

Victoria's Secret
04.2021 - 12.2022

Book Seller

Barnes & Noble
11.2020 - 04.2021

Sales Associate

T.J Maxx
05.2020 - 09.2020

Office Assistant

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock Financial Aid Office
10.2019 - 05.2020

Kitchen Crew

American Pie Pizza
05.2018 - 08.2019

Sales Associate

Zumiez
10.2017 - 02.2018

Western Colorado University

Undergraduate Geology

The University of Arkansas At Little Rock

Undergraduate General Biology

North Little Rock High School

High School Diploma
Jayanni Younge