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Jesse McKee

Michaels Arts and Crafts
St. Petersburg,FL
18
years of professional experience

Dynamic Customer Service Manager with a proven track record at Michaels Arts and Crafts, adept at enhancing customer satisfaction and driving sales performance. Skilled in problem-solving and time management, I successfully led a high-performing team, achieving significant improvements in service quality and client retention through effective coaching and strategic operational adjustments.

Work History

Customer Service Manager

3 Years 5 Months
Michaels Arts and Crafts | 05.2023 - Current

I transfered Michael's locations in April of last year to open the new store in Lutz. We recently went through a new management job title switch. I started as Customer excellence Manager and am now Sales Manager

Sales Manager

3 Years 5 Months
Michaels Arts and Crafts | 05.2023 - Current
  • Directed daily sales floor operations, ensuring consistent customer service and merchandising standards.
  • Coached associates on product knowledge, selling techniques, and register procedures.
  • Monitored sales trends to adjust staffing and support store performance goals.
  • Coordinated visual displays and promotional setups to drive customer engagement.
  • Resolved customer concerns promptly, protecting service quality and store reputation.
  • Trained team members on point-of-sale systems, returns, and transaction accuracy.
  • Reviewed performance expectations with staff and reinforced accountability across sales activities.
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with inventory teams to maintain stock availability and organized product presentation.
  • Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
  • Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
  • Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.

Customer Service Team Lead

2 Years 9 Months
Publix | 04.2016 - 01.2019
  • Supervised front-end associates, ensuring prompt customer service and smooth checkout flow.
  • Trained new team members on POS procedures, bagging standards, and service desk policies.
  • Resolved customer concerns quickly, maintaining professional service and store satisfaction.
  • Monitored cash handling accuracy and balanced registers according to store procedures.
  • Streamlined shift coverage by adjusting staffing to match customer traffic and workload.
  • Coached new team members on service techniques and provided scoring through quality assurance program.
  • Addressed escalated customer concerns promptly, ensuring satisfactory resolutions while preserving long-term relationships.
  • Streamlined processes for faster issue resolution, resulting in increased customer loyalty.
  • Escalated issues to proper supervisors when standard processes were not effective.

Server

2 Years 2 Months
Peabodys | 08.2008 - 10.2010
  • Greeted guests promptly and presented menus with knowledgeable, attentive service.
  • Took accurate food and beverage orders, entering details into POS system.
  • Coordinated with kitchen and bar staff to ensure timely order delivery.
  • Checked guest satisfaction throughout meals and resolved concerns professionally.

Bartender

2 Years 3 Months
Peabodys Billards | 07.2008 - 10.2010
  • Mixed cocktails, beers, and specialty drinks following standard recipes and guest preferences.
  • Checked identification, followed alcohol service policies, and maintained responsible service standards.
  • Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies, and organized glassware for continuous service.
  • Processed orders accurately, handled cash transactions, and balanced tabs with attention to detail.

Education

High School Diploma

Bowers/Whitley | Tampa, FL | 06-2008

Skills

Time management
Customer service
Problem-solving
Microsoft outlook
word
and Excel
Customer focused
Positive attitude in high stress situations
Multitasking

Timeline

Customer Service Manager

Michaels Arts and Crafts
05.2023 - CurrentRead More

Sales Manager

Michaels Arts and Crafts
05.2023 - CurrentRead More

Customer Service Team Lead

Publix
04.2016 - 01.2019Read More

Server

Peabodys
08.2008 - 10.2010Read More

Bartender

Peabodys Billards
07.2008 - 10.2010Read More

Bowers/Whitley

High School Diploma
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Jesse McKee