Karis Crowe
Bloomington,MN
Summary
Hardworking and reliable employee with extensive background operating cash registers, stocking merchandise and providing excellent customer service. Highly organized, proactive and punctual. Works well within team settings.
Motivated customer service and sales professional seeking increasing responsibility in retail environment. Remarkable leading new employees and maximize team performance. Skilled Head Cashier specializing in sales, service, and team leadership.
Reliable cashier with background in retail and customer service environments. Known for maintaining speed, accuracy and courtesy under pressure. Strengths include cash handling, POS systems operation, and exceptional customer interaction skills. Contribute to customer satisfaction improvement in previous roles by offering prompt, efficient service.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier
Target
Eden Prairie, MN
10.2024 - Current
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
- Answered customers' questions and provided information on store procedures or policies.
- Verified customer age requirement for alcohol or tobacco purchases.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Counted and balanced cashier drawers.
- Processed credit card, cash, and check payments, ensuring all transactions were accurate.
- Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels by going extra mile to personalize service for each customer.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Scanned merchandise using point-of-sale system for accurate purchase totals.
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
Host
Applebee's Grill + Bar
Eden Prairie , MN
09.2024 - Current
- Took reservations over phone and in person.
- Managed daily card and cash transactions, maintaining payment records and investigating discrepancies.
- Checked dining and serving areas to verify proper cleanliness and readiness for guests.
- Accommodated guests with children and special needs to promote comfortable dining experience.
- Processed payments from customers using a POS system.
- Built positive relationships with other front-of-house and kitchen staff.
- Escorted guests to seating area, furnished menus and highlighted daily specials.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations within the restaurant.
- Answered telephone to provide dining information and take reservations.
- Greeted incoming guests to escort to assigned dining area and present menus.
- Distributed menus to guests, led to tables and gave initial information about service staff or specials.
- Cleaned and restocked counter areas, replenished cash drawer and checked server supplies to facilitate operations.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Developed long-term relationships with customers to increase opportunities for repeat business.
- Managed dining room layout to maximize efficiency of staff members.
- Provided excellent customer service by anticipating customer needs.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding the menu, restaurant services, and special promotions.
- Accepted payments from guests for dine-in and take-out foods.
- Communicated with servers about new tables, changes in food availability and customer comments.
- Assisted other departments when needed such as bussing tables or delivering food orders.
Server
The Waters Senior Living
Eden Prairie , MN
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods.
- Assisted in preparing salads, appetizers and desserts to speed up food service.
- Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Explained menu items, describing ingredients and cooking methods upon request.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Filled condiments and napkin containers during slack periods.
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Brought wine selections to tables with appropriate glasses and poured for customers.
- Set up tables in between patrons to reduce wait times.
- Checked food before serving it to customers.
- Presented menus and answered questions regarding items.
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
- Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
- Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
Server
The Coop
South St. Paul, MN
08.2016 - 12.2023
- Followed all safety, sanitization, and food handling guidelines
- Explained details of new menu items, seasonal, and daily specials
- Memorized menu additions, changes, and limited offerings
- Processed payments as credit card transactions, gift cards, or cash transactions
- Kept food service and preparation areas clean and neat
- Satisfied customers with fast, friendly and knowledgeable support
- Kept dining areas presentable and customer-ready, quickly handling spills and resetting tables
- Supported team consistently, helping with hostess, food delivery and bussing needs
- Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
- Served food and beverages to patrons and immediately remedied issues with orders.
- Implemented feedback from customers to improve service quality and menu offerings.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
Assistant Toddler Teacher
Amazing Beginnings Montessori
Inver Grove Heights, MN
01.2020 - 09.2023
- Provided individual and small group instruction to meet individual needs of each child
- Developed emergency response plans and posted all necessary safety and evacuation information
- Created and assigned interactive lesson plans for basic early learning skills
- Educated children on important basic skills such as colors, shapes and numbers
- Taught basic skills such as color, shape, number, and letter recognition
- Taught children how to take care of personal needs such as managing outerwear and handwashing
- Balanced schedules to include instruction, demonstration and quiet periods
- Built social, emotional and behavioral skills in children through modeling and positive reinforcement
- Monitored children's progress and challenges and discussed with parents and caregivers to foster open communication
- Applied knowledge of early childhood development to evaluate student learning needs and promote growth
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Saint Paul High School
South St. Paul, MN06-2019
Some College -
Inver Hills Community College
Inver Grove Heights, MNSkills
- Social skills development
- Activity planning
- Skill building
- Multitasking
- Menu memorization
- Relationship building
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Written and verbal communication
- Basic math
- Multitasking and organization
- Cash handling expertise
- Staff training
- Product knowledge
- Refunds and exchanges
- Work ethic and integrity
- Merchandise restocking
- Issue resolution
- Gift card handling
- POS systems
- Customer service excellence
- ID verification
- Clear communication
Timeline
Cashier
Target
10.2024 - Current
Host
Applebee's Grill + Bar
09.2024 - Current
Server
The Waters Senior Living
12.2023 - 04.2024
Assistant Toddler Teacher
Amazing Beginnings Montessori
01.2020 - 09.2023
Server
The Coop
08.2016 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
South Saint Paul High School
Some College -
Inver Hills Community College