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Kiana McCarthy

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record anywhere I go. Enhancing team efficiency and customer satisfaction. Expert in inventory management and employee development, I excel in leveraging anything with technology. Being hardworking is a great asset, the growth spurt is quick according to the work history below. Achieved significant performance improvements through effective training and development, embodying exceptional customer relations and problem-solving skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Floor Manager

Moms Kitchen and Bar
09.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw supply restocking, area cleaning, and product organization.
  • Made personal recommendations for customers by sharing product knowledge and demonstrating product.
  • Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
  • Developed and implemented floor plans and layouts to maximize customer satisfaction and sales.
  • Managed store inventory and stock levels to maintain availability of products.
  • Set targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.

Supervisor

Moms Kitchen and Bar
10.2022 - 09.2023
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.

Server

Moms Kitchen and Bar
10.2020 - 10.2022
  • Knowledgeable on oysters and learned how to shuck oysters
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Explained oyster and sushi items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.

Host

Moms Kitchen and Bar
08.2020 - 10.2020
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Took reservations by phone and walk-in, keeping scheduling demands, and kitchen output in time to avoid overbooking.
  • Monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless.
  • Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.

Server

The Lobster Place
03.2020 - 03.2020
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.

Cashier

The Lobster Place
05.2017 - 03.2020
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales. Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Upsold additional products and services to increase revenue.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
  • Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
  • Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock and documenting

Supervisor

Family Dollar
04.2016 - 05.2017

Over looked employees, cash handling and money safe handling at night

  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.

Visual Merchandiser

Family Dollar
12.2015 - 12.2016
  • Managed aesthetically pleasing displays to showcase company products and increase sales.
  • Enhanced overall store appearance by applying careful consideration to product and display locations.
  • Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.
  • Created interior displays to promote products in alignment with corporate sales objectives.
  • Managed installation of visual merchandising displays, urging team to with speed and accuracy.
  • Organized store merchandise racks by size, style, and color. Created visual displays to highlight new and featured products.
  • Promoted seasonal products and trends to move stock and prepare for incoming inventory.
  • Arranged consistent shelves, bins, and racks at 3 locations

Data Entry Specialist

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Chemotherapy Unit
05.2016 - 09.2016
  • Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency. Compiled data and reviewed information for accuracy prior to input.
  • Corrected data entry errors to prevent later issues such as duplication or data degradation.
  • Maintained files, records, and chronologies of entry activities.
  • Checked for accuracy by verifying data and records.
  • Utilized techniques for increasing data entry speed.
  • Created spreadsheets for more efficient recordkeeping. Used computer software to store and retrieve data.
  • Followed data entry protocols, rules and regulations.
  • Transferred and Filed patients insurance information from paper formats to spreadsheets

Cashier

Family Dollar
10.2015 - 12.2015
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Set up new sales displays each week with fresh merchandise.
  • Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.

Education

No Degree - Business

Bloomfield College
Bloomfield, NJ

Bachelors - Computer Information Systems

SUNY Buffalo State
Buffalo, NY
05.2017

Skills

  • Food Handlers License
  • Microsoft: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Dev C
  • Code Blocks
  • HTML
  • Scheduling and Planning
  • Product Promotion
  • POS Systems
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Performance Improvements

Timeline

Floor Manager

Moms Kitchen and Bar
09.2023 - Current

Supervisor

Moms Kitchen and Bar
10.2022 - 09.2023

Server

Moms Kitchen and Bar
10.2020 - 10.2022

Host

Moms Kitchen and Bar
08.2020 - 10.2020

Server

The Lobster Place
03.2020 - 03.2020

Cashier

The Lobster Place
05.2017 - 03.2020

Data Entry Specialist

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Chemotherapy Unit
05.2016 - 09.2016

Supervisor

Family Dollar
04.2016 - 05.2017

Visual Merchandiser

Family Dollar
12.2015 - 12.2016

Cashier

Family Dollar
10.2015 - 12.2015

No Degree - Business

Bloomfield College

Bachelors - Computer Information Systems

SUNY Buffalo State
Kiana McCarthy