Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Jessica Avalos

Vidor,TX

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Front End Cashier

Walmart
11.2020 - 12.2021
  • Greeted customers and responded to requests for information.
  • Processed credit card, EBT, and gift certificate payments with electronic computer system.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Maintained organized and orderly front end and removed carts, baskets and debris.
  • Handled customer complaints and concerns and escalated to direct supervisor for quick resolution.
  • Operated register system to process new purchases, item returns and merchandise exchanges.
  • Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
  • Checked identification for proof-of-age for alcohol and tobacco sales.
  • Monitored self-checkout systems and provided assistance or intervention where required.

Bartender and Server

Buffalo Wild Wings
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Trained new bartenders/servers
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
  • Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers.
  • Managed cash and bar revenue during special promotions or sporting events.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation and sanitation protocol.
  • Consulted with managers to organize special events and promotions.

Receptionist

Place Nursing and Rehabilitation
09.2011 - 10.2012
  • Greeted residents and family members and directed them to appropriate destination
  • Took payments for resident trust fund and monthly rent
  • Wrote deposit slips and made deposits of monies received at bank
  • Assisted Business Office Manager with various duties
  • Collections
  • Distributed and collected applications for employment
  • Verified employee references
  • Scheduled interviews
  • Organized time sheets for employees
  • Assisted Human Resources Manager and Medical Records with various duties
  • Assisted Social Worker with Care Plan letters
  • Distributed admission packets and gave tours of facility.
  • Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
  • Answered large volume of incoming calls daily to resolve customer issues and schedule appointments.
  • Sorted, received and distributed mail correspondence between departments and personnel.

Legal Assistant

Donald L. Boudreaux Law Firm
09.2010 - 10.2011
  • Transcribed case notes and typed affidavits using Microsoft Word
  • Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions and other important dates.
  • Managed general clerical needs such as opening and closing files, scanning sheets and faxing documents.
  • Maintained organized office and case-specific paper and digital files for easy tracking and retrieval.
  • Prepared drafts of forms, letters and agreements for legal staff use.
  • Screened phone calls to effectively handle less important inquiries and keep senior staff free for more important matters.
  • Kept office efficient and organized by managing tasks such as supply restocking and general upkeep without oversight.
  • Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality and extreme discretion.
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread legislation drafts for proper grammar, spelling, punctuation and formatting.

Legal Assistant

Woodson E. Dryden Law Firm
01.2010 - 11.2010
  • Transcribed case notes and affidavits using Microsoft Word
  • Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions and other important dates.
  • Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality and extreme discretion.
  • Completed document revisions, court document filings, travel arrangements and client billing.
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread legislation drafts for proper grammar, spelling, punctuation and formatting.
  • Managed general clerical needs such as opening and closing files, scanning sheets and faxing documents.
  • Helped with intake of new clients and materials by setting up files and documenting important information.
  • Maintained organized office and case-specific paper and digital files for easy tracking and retrieval.
  • Screened phone calls to effectively handle less important inquiries and keep senior staff free for more important matters.

Hostess

Buffalo Wild Wings
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Responsible for answering central 8 line phone system
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating and menu information.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Monitored front entrance for new guests while assisting servers by taking and delivering drink orders.
  • Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating.
  • Assisted FOH and BOH staff with preparing for events to coordinate smooth execution to maximize guest satisfaction.
  • Prepared artistic menu boards highlighting current specials and promotions using eye-catching decorative techniques.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.

Education

Associate of Information Technology - Information Technology

Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN

Skills

  • Data Entry and Database Software
  • Customer Complaint Resolution
  • Cool Under Pressure
  • Customer Service and Rapport
  • Administrative and Clerical Support
  • Accounting and Billing Software
  • Sales Expertise
  • Natural Leadership
  • Call Answering and Routing
  • Computer Proficiency with IOS and Windows
  • Making Appointments
  • Billing and Payment Processing

Timeline

Front End Cashier - Walmart
11.2020 - 12.2021
Bartender and Server - Buffalo Wild Wings
01.2018 - 01.2019
Receptionist - Place Nursing and Rehabilitation
09.2011 - 10.2012
Legal Assistant - Donald L. Boudreaux Law Firm
09.2010 - 10.2011
Legal Assistant - Woodson E. Dryden Law Firm
01.2010 - 11.2010
Hostess - Buffalo Wild Wings
01.2009 - 01.2010
Purdue University - Associate of Information Technology, Information Technology
Jessica Avalos