Jules Vargas
North Bergen
Summary
Motivated and reliable retail and hospitality professional with 4+ years of experience in customer service, sales, and team leadership. ServSafe Certified, with strong knowledge of food safety practices and a background in culinary arts. Proven ability to coach teams, meet sales targets, and deliver elevated customer experiences in fast-paced environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Lead
Clarks Shoes
Jersey City
05.2024 - Current
- Created and executed action plans to achieve sales goals.
- Mentored employees in effective selling strategies.
- Managed stockroom operations and maintained inventory accuracy.
- Delivered top-tier customer service and addressed escalated concerns.
- Supported merchandising and product displays.
- Led a team to ensure efficient store operations and customer service.
Third Key Holder
Ardene
East Rutherford
04.2023 - 05.2025
- Responsible for daily store openings and closings.
- Processed new inventory and maintained back stock organization.
- Led visual merchandising updates, and ensured pricing accuracy.
- Coached team members to meet daily performance goals.
Store Associate
The Address
East Rutherford
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Delivered high-end guest experiences through personalized service.
- Promoted store products by using in-depth brand knowledge.
- Contributed to achieving store-wide sales objectives.
Customer Service Associate
Walgreens
Jersey City
02.2021 - 09.2022
- Maintained clean and organized shelves, focusing on the food section.
- Monitored stock levels and assisted in inventory management.
- Worked collaboratively with teammates for smooth daily operations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Hudson County Community College
Jersey City, NJ05-2023
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Hudson County Community College
Jersey City, NJSkills
- ServSafe certified – food safety and sanitation
- Team leadership and coaching
- Elevated customer service
- Inventory and stockroom management
- Sales and product promotion
- Time management and organization
- Visual merchandising
- Microsoft Excel
Certification
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification
Issued by the National Restaurant Association on 4/30/2025
Timeline
Team Lead
Clarks Shoes
05.2024 - Current
Third Key Holder
Ardene
04.2023 - 05.2025
Store Associate
The Address
09.2022 - 04.2023
Customer Service Associate
Walgreens
02.2021 - 09.2022
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Hudson County Community College
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Hudson County Community College
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