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Kayla Booker

Chicago,IL

Summary

Goal-oriented individual versed in greeting high-volume customers and recommending merchandise based on individual requirements. Skilled at creating displays to promote higher sales, completing cash register transactions, and maintaining accurate records of all transactions.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Pandora Jewerly
2022.10 - Current
  • Introduce shoppers to multiple categories of products to build brand loyalty, and maximize sales results
  • Always maintain a keen awareness of shoppers to deliver a world-class shopping experience
  • Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting the benefits of our product offerings.

Cashier

Boston Market
2022.09 - 2022.10
  • Operated cash register
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing stock shortages and minimizing wastage.
  • Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.

Field Coordinator

MAPSCorps
2022.06 - 2022.07
  • Mapped various businesses within the Auburn Gresham community
  • Collected data regarding the lack of healthcare facilities in the community
  • Helped to lead students through the implementation of their research project.

Illinois Ambassador

America Saves National Council
2021.03 - 2022.02
  • Engaged in strategy sessions with my team across the country to encourage low-to moderate income households to save money, reduce debt, and build wealth
  • Obtained knowledge as to how to budget and save money
  • Created digital flyers with information on how to save money to post on our social media platforms to inform and engage more people about saving money.

Desk Assistant

Wayne State University
2021.08 - 2021.12
  • Greeted residents, staff, and parents as they entered the building
  • Checked-in guests and packages
  • Monitored surveillance cameras in the building and filed incident reports.
  • Managed incoming calls and directed them to appropriate departments for timely resolutions

Youth Violence Prevention

One Summer Chicago
2021.07 - 2021.08
  • Studied and discussed The Chicago Race Riot of 1919
  • Wrote speeches that addressed the social and political injustices in Chicago
  • Discussed ways to prevent gun violence in Chicago

File Clerk

Circuit Court of Cook County
2020.07 - 2020.08
  • Arranged cases in order in the domestic relations department
  • Improved file organization by implementing an efficient categorization and labeling system
  • Assisted the manager with duties as assigned

Researcher

Cultural Creators
2020.07 - 2020.08
  • Studied African American Vernacular English
  • Collaborated with the research team to create a video on AAVE
  • Assisted the audio/visionary group to complete our summer project

Sales Associate

City Dollar
2019.06 - 2019.08
  • Obtained knowledge as to how to run a local business
  • Executed upsells and cross-sells to generate more revenue
  • Analyzed inventory
  • Provided personalized shopping experiences for repeat customers by remembering their preferences and offering tailored recommendations.

Ice Cream Scooper

Oberweis Dairy
2019.06 - 2019.08
  • Assisted in inventory management by restocking ice cream flavors and supplies to ensure availability for customers.
  • Contributed to store efficiency by working closely with team members during high-volume hours, ensuring timely service.
  • Maintained cleanliness of the store through sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing workstations for an enjoyable environment.

Automotive trainee

Drive our Future
2018.07 - 2018.08
  • Worked as an automotive welding apprentice
  • Primed cars in preparation for painting
  • Buffed out dents.
  • Developed strong working relationships with trainees, fostering a supportive learning environment.

Tennis Instructor

After School Matters Inc.
2017.07 - 2017.08
  • Taught students (ages 8-12 years old) the fundamentals of the game of tennis
  • Refined my tennis technique in preparation for a competitive season
  • Assisted with equipment management.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Echocardiagraphy

South Suburban College
South Holland, IL
06.2025

General Studies -

Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL
08.2023

Biology/Public Health -

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
04.2022

Skills

  • Inventory Control
  • Client Account Management
  • Upselling
  • Promotional Support

Timeline

Sales Associate

Pandora Jewerly
2022.10 - Current

Cashier

Boston Market
2022.09 - 2022.10

Field Coordinator

MAPSCorps
2022.06 - 2022.07

Desk Assistant

Wayne State University
2021.08 - 2021.12

Youth Violence Prevention

One Summer Chicago
2021.07 - 2021.08

Illinois Ambassador

America Saves National Council
2021.03 - 2022.02

File Clerk

Circuit Court of Cook County
2020.07 - 2020.08

Researcher

Cultural Creators
2020.07 - 2020.08

Sales Associate

City Dollar
2019.06 - 2019.08

Ice Cream Scooper

Oberweis Dairy
2019.06 - 2019.08

Automotive trainee

Drive our Future
2018.07 - 2018.08

Tennis Instructor

After School Matters Inc.
2017.07 - 2017.08

Associate of Applied Science - Echocardiagraphy

South Suburban College

General Studies -

Moraine Valley Community College

Biology/Public Health -

Wayne State University
Kayla Booker