Kayla Manuel
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Associate
Sephora
12.2025 - Current
- ~Streamlined daily store operations by efficiently receiving, processing, organizing, and replenishing merchandise.
- ~Coordinated shipment processing, backroom organization, and inventory counts to enhance sales floor efficiency.
- ~Maintained accurate inventory and ensured products were properly stocked, labeled, and displayed according to Sephora standards.
- ~Maintained a clean, organized, and safe work environment, ensuring team support during high-volume periods.
- ~Provided excellent customer service by assisting clients with product locations and connecting them with Beauty Advisors.
Beauty Advisor
Sephora
08.2024 - 12.2025
- ~Provide expert beauty advice, personalized product recommendations, and exceptional customer service.
- Ensured accuracy in product knowledge and customer interactions, enhancing client trust and satisfaction. in product knowledge and customer interactions.
- Assisted with makeup application and skincare consultations while driving sales and maintaining a welcoming, organized store environment.
Guest Services Assistant
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Delivered exceptional customer service to patrons at the Spartan Recreation and Aquatic Center.
- Monitored entry and exit of students, members, and guests at Spartan Recreation and Aquatic Center to ensure safety and security.
- Executed daily financial transactions for SRAC programs, membership services, and events; completed financial reconciliations and daily deposits to maintain accurate financial records.
- ~Working knowledge of the Fusion registration system; how the system functions with membership sales, locker sales, program registrations and reports.
Sales Associate
Zara
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Delivered exceptional customer service by greeting and assisting customers, ensuring store and merchandise were well-presented, and efficiently operating cash registers.
- Assisted customers with product selection and provided styling advice.
- Organized merchandise displays to enhance visual appeal and accessibility.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring stock availability for customers.
Senior wellness intern
Breathe California
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Delivered health education sessions at senior centers, emphasizing strategies that enhanced physical and mental well-being among elderly participants.
- Developed wellness programs promoting healthy living and community engagement.
- Assisted in organizing health workshops and educational events for diverse audiences.
- Collaborated with team members to create promotional materials for outreach initiatives.
Onsite Coordinator
Grapefruit Telehealth
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Coordinated COVID-19 testing logistics at elementary and middle schools, ensuring safe and efficient testing processes.
- Collaborated with medical providers to conduct weekly health screenings for students, enhancing health monitoring and response efforts.
- Coordinated patient scheduling to ensure smooth telehealth service delivery.
- Managed communication between healthcare providers and patients for appointment updates.
- Assisted in training new staff on telehealth protocols and procedures.
Server
Olive Garden
04.2019 - 11.2021
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted guests with menu selections and dietary restrictions.
- Processed food and beverage orders efficiently and accurately.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health, Nutrition and Food Science
San Jose State University
05-2024
AA Degree - Human Development Studies
San Jose State University
08-2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
New York University
New York, NY08-2026
Skills
- Inventory management
- Visual Merchandising
- MS Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Google Slides
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability
- Team Building
- Leadership Skills
- Clear Communication
Coursework
- Epidemiology
- Health Team Building
- Biostatistics
- Nutrition
- Health Policy
- Community Health Promotion
- Health Communications
- Understanding Health
- Health Organization and Administration
Timeline
Operations Associate
Sephora
12.2025 - Current
Beauty Advisor
Sephora
08.2024 - 12.2025
Guest Services Assistant
08.2023 - 08.2024
Senior wellness intern
Breathe California
02.2023 - 05.2023
Sales Associate
Zara
04.2022 - 08.2023
Onsite Coordinator
Grapefruit Telehealth
10.2021 - 03.2022
Server
Olive Garden
04.2019 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Public Health, Nutrition and Food Science
San Jose State University
AA Degree - Human Development Studies
San Jose State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
New York University