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Kali Sonnier

Kali Sonnier

Baton Rouge,LA

Summary

As a Shoe Sales Associate I provided excellent customer service and anticipates customer needs and offers appropriate products and services. I was committed to creating organized, well-stocked and secure store environments that made customers feel comfortable, while paying attention to detail and communicated with clients and coworkers well. During my time as a shift lead, I was enthusiastic about helping team members meet and exceed objectives with compassionate leadership. I was a talented trainer and operational problem-solver with front-line experience and collaborative nature, while also being resourceful in balancing customer, company and employee needs. I promoted quality assurance, issue resolution, and team collaboration. I excel at troubleshooting and supervising talented teams, and facilitate them to develop action plans to address issues and presents solutions to management and key stakeholders. I have experience with communication with management, and connecting both crew members and general managers together. Recently, as a cashier I was proficient in handling money, restocking merchandise and helping customers locate products. I have a history of keeping work areas clean, neat and professionally arranged. I have good listening skills combined with attentive and detail-oriented nature. I am always willing to help and make sure every customer leaves satisfied with a smile.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Cashier

Rouses Market
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
  • Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
  • Adapted quickly to new technologies implemented at POS systems, ensuring seamless transition periods for both staff and customers.

Shift Leader

Viva La Waffle
Lafayette, LA
07.2023 - 08.2024
  • Provided exceptional customer service and maintained a positive attitude throughout the shift.
  • Ensured staff was properly trained on all aspects of their job duties, including safety protocols.
  • Monitored employee performance to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Assisted in training new employees on shift operations.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
  • Maintained an organized work environment by delegating tasks to staff as needed.
  • Inspected food preparation areas to ensure proper sanitation standards were met at all times.
  • Verified that cash drawers contained correct amounts of money during opening and closing shifts.
  • Supervised the cleaning of dining areas, restrooms, kitchen equipment, floors, in order to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for customers and staff alike.
  • Performed basic maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs or replacing broken equipment parts as needed.
  • Handled customer inquiries in a timely manner while providing accurate information regarding menu items and promotions.
  • Counted cash on hand at shift change and closing to determine shortages or overages and prepare bank deposit statements.
  • Assisted general manager with operations game plan and company initiatives implementation.
  • Evaluated employee performance, delivering individualized feedback and praise.

Shoe Sales Associate

Journeys Kidz
Lafayette
03.2023 - 07.2023
  • Greeted customers in a friendly and professional manner.
  • Assisted customers with finding the right size, style, and color of shoe.
  • Organized shelves and displays to maintain a neat and orderly store environment.
  • Provided product knowledge to customers on different styles of shoes.
  • Replenished stock levels by unloading shipments from delivery trucks.
  • Maintained updated records of inventory, sales, orders, returns.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ovey Comeaux High School
08.2020 - 05.2024

Skills

  • Product Merchandising
  • Customer Service
  • Industry monitoring
  • Product Promotion
  • Operations Support
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Customer Service Management
  • Production Reporting
  • Sales Reporting
  • Employee Attendance Monitoring
  • Cash Handling
  • Positive Attitude
  • Team Collaboration and Leadership
  • Role Modeling
  • Staff Supervision
  • Staff Development
  • Team motivation
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Diplomatic and Fair
  • Complaint resolution
  • Sales expertise
  • Rules Enforcement
  • Team Leadership
  • POS System Operation
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Professional Appearance
  • Safety processes and procedures
  • Security Procedures Adherence
  • Interpersonal Relations
  • Problem-Solving
  • Quality Inspections
  • Shift checklists
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Time management skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Customer relations
  • Conflict resolution
  • Product knowledge
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • ID verification
  • Guest inquiries
  • Attention to detail

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Cashier

Rouses Market
05.2025 - 08.2025

Shift Leader

Viva La Waffle
07.2023 - 08.2024

Shoe Sales Associate

Journeys Kidz
03.2023 - 07.2023

High School Diploma -

Ovey Comeaux High School
08.2020 - 05.2024