Kendall Bledsoe
Carrollton,TX
Summary
Accomplished entrepreneur with a proven track record in small business operations and customer service excellence, notably at Self Employed - Sweets by Kenny. Expert in leveraging social media promotion and vendor relations to boost brand visibility and engagement. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork and collaboration skills, ensuring high-quality product delivery and operational efficiency. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Small Business Owner
Self Employed- Crafting
Carrollton, TX
01.2024 - Current
- Enhanced jewelry designs by incorporating innovative materials and techniques.
- Maintained equipment in good working order, completing adjustments and repairs to promote longevity.
- Modified designs to meet client demands.
- Optimized turnaround times for custom orders while maintaining superior quality through meticulous time management skills.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to ensure safety and productivity during daily tasks.
- Fabricated pieces by hand and using specialized equipment.
- Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
- Enhanced community engagement by developing and implementing social media strategies.
Night Stocker
Randall’s Food Market
Flower Mound, TX
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with coworkers to complete nightly stocking tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Unloaded arriving product stock and moved to store display areas.
- Reduced stock damage by carefully handling and transporting merchandise from storage to sales floor.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations during overnight shifts.
- Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
- Improved store organization by efficiently restocking shelves and displays during overnight shifts.
- Increased overall store cleanliness with thorough cleaning and maintenance of aisles, shelves, and storage areas.
Small Business Owner
Self Employed - Sweets by Kenny
Carrollton, TX
08.2019 - 11.2022
- Maintained clean, organized kitchen to maximize efficiency and food safety.
- Made confections by hand and ordered ingredients from suppliers.
- Introduced new tools and equipment for improved precision in chocolate molding, enhancing product consistency.
- Conducted regular inventory checks for efficient stock management, minimizing ingredient spoilage or shortages.
- Packaged chocolate items for delivery or pickup.
- Implemented cost-saving measures while maintaining product quality, contributing to increased profitability.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by creating visually appealing and delicious chocolate products.
- Enhanced community engagement by developing and implementing social media strategies.
- Boosted customer engagement rates with creative social media content and promotions.
- Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
- Researched trends and current innovations to determine competition and develop competitive pricing points.
Rehab Tech
Rehab Pro
Irving, TX
11.2015 - 12.2016
- Provided support during group therapy sessions, ensuring a safe environment for patients while fostering positive interactions.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, enabling consistent tracking and appropriate adjustments to treatment plans.
- Transported patients to and from therapy area for assessment and treatment.
- Performed transfer activities with patients using mechanical lift and point of leverage techniques.
- Provided ADL, functional mobility, ROM and strength therapies under supervising therapist.
- Established collaborative relationships with patients through consistent and meaningful communication.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
- Prepared patients chart for audits
Cashier
Dairy Queen
Grand Prairie, TX
01.2013 - 02.2016
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring a welcoming environment for customers.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Operated and sanitized kitchen and food preparation equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crosswinds High School
Grand Prairie, TX05.2015
Skills
- Small business operations
- Planning and execution
- Vendor Relations
- Business marketing
- New business launch
- Customer Service
- Decision-Making
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Relations
- Team Leadership
- Marketing Strategies
- Purchasing and planning
- Sales Tracking
- Desktops, Laptops, and Mobile Devices
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Work Ethic and Integrity
- Patience and Empathy
- Cash Handling
- Time management skills
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Written and verbal communication
- Food Safety Regulations
- Social Media Promotion
- Chocolate tempering
- Chocolate decoration
- Knowledge of baking techniques
- Mold design and creation
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Food Safety Protocols
- Marketing and Branding Strategies
- Expert craftsmanship
Timeline
Night Stocker
Randall’s Food Market
06.2024 - 08.2024
Small Business Owner
Self Employed- Crafting
01.2024 - Current
Small Business Owner
Self Employed - Sweets by Kenny
08.2019 - 11.2022
Rehab Tech
Rehab Pro
11.2015 - 12.2016
Cashier
Dairy Queen
01.2013 - 02.2016
High School Diploma -
Crosswinds High School