Kamiya Calhoun
Thomaston,GA
Summary
Motivated professional with extensive customer service experience and strong communication skills. Proven ability to excel in fast-paced environments while providing exceptional service and resolving customer concerns. Currently pursuing a degree at Albany State University with a commitment to continuous growth and excellence.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier
Walmart
Thomaston, GA
08.2023 - Current
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Trained and mentored new cashiers to maximize performance with skilled, efficient and knowledgeable team members.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Welcomed customers, offering assistance to help find store items.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Scanned items and checked pricing on cash register for accuracy.
Crew Member
Wendys Fast Food
Thomaston, GA
01.2022 - 03.2025
- Entered orders into computer system to send order details to kitchen, mentioning customers' special requests and food allergies in person.
- Answered questions regarding ingredients and preparation techniques to educate customers before placing orders.
- Informed customers about daily specials in an engaging manner.
- Followed all safety guidelines while operating equipment such as slicers, fryers and ovens.
- Processed takeout orders quickly to ensure timely delivery of meals.
- Served food quickly for positive guest experiences.
- Kept restaurant lobby, front counter and restrooms neat and clean throughout shift.
- Cleaned restaurant area by sweeping floors, wiping tables and emptying trash receptacles.
- Maintained safe food handling practices to prevent germ spread.
- Monitored quality of food served to ensure it met company standards for presentation and temperature.
Cahier
Ingles Markets Inc
Thomaston, GA
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
- Helped with purchases and signed customers up for rewards program.
- Discounted purchases by scanning and redeeming coupons.
- Trained and mentored new cashiers to maximize performance with skilled, efficient and knowledgeable team members.
- Kept records of purchases; maintained orderly appearance of checkout area; restocked supplies as needed.
- Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Albany State University
Albany, GA12-2027
High School Diploma -
Upson-Lee High School
Thomaston, GA05-2023
Skills
- Drawer balancing
- Returns processing
- Product restocking
- Basic math
- Proficient in software
- Credit card processing
- Sales expertise
- Cash handling
- Training and onboarding
- Time management skills
- Transaction handling
- Patience and empathy
- Customer service
- Work ethic and integrity
- Team collaboration
- Clear communication
- Cash management
- POS system operations
Timeline
Cashier
Walmart
08.2023 - Current
Cahier
Ingles Markets Inc
07.2022 - 08.2023
Crew Member
Wendys Fast Food
01.2022 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Albany State University
High School Diploma -
Upson-Lee High School