Kevin Valdez
Lead Sales Associate
Lehigh Acres,Florida
Summary
Dynamic and versatile professional with a proven track record at Home Depot, enhancing team performance and customer satisfaction. Excelled in inventory management and customer service, demonstrating exceptional teamwork, collaboration, and a friendly demeanor. Achieved significant improvements in sales associate training and product knowledge dissemination, leveraging skills in customer engagement and operational efficiency.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Sales Associate
Home Depot
11.2022 - 08.2024
- Trained, coached, and mentored new sales associates for maximum performance.
- Developed and maintained knowledge of current sales and promotions.
- Performed inventory control procedures to manage stock.
- Processed and stocked merchandise in accordance with store standards.
- Assisted customers in making informed purchasing decisions by providing expert advice on product features and benefits.
Forklift Operator
North Star Building Associates
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
Line Cook
Hammond Stadium /Sports Complex
03.2000 - 07.2020
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Cerritos College
Norwalk, California 05.2001 -
Skills
Customer service
Teamwork and collaboration
Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Lead Sales Associate
Home Depot
11.2022 - 08.2024
Forklift Operator
North Star Building Associates
08.2020 - 08.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Cerritos College
05.2001 -
Line Cook
Hammond Stadium /Sports Complex
03.2000 - 07.2020