Kiara Cerda
Donna,TX
Summary
Recent graduate with excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Nail Technician
Elas Nail & Spa
Weslaco, TX
06.2024 - Current
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and work areas between customers.
- Educated clients on proper nail care techniques.
- Conducted consultations with clients to determine their needs and preferences.
- Performed filing, buffing, polishing, trimming, cuticle removal and application of artificial nails as requested by customers.
- Applied acrylics, gels, wraps or other artificial enhancements to nails according to client requests.
- Assisted with inventory management tasks such as restocking supplies when needed.
- Developed creative designs on nails using a variety of colors and materials.
- Advised customers on the best type of treatment for their particular nail condition or desired look.
- Ensured that safety protocols were followed during each service provided.
- Followed health regulations regarding sanitation practices throughout the salon.
- Demonstrated knowledge of all products and services offered in the salon.
- Promoted additional services to existing clients in order to increase revenue.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments and taking payments from customers.
- Provided excellent customer service through friendly interactions with clients.
- Met with clients to discuss needs, service preferences and special requests.
- Kept detailed inventory lists for nail care supplies, polishes and gel nail colors.
- Scheduled client appointments and accepted payments.
- Cleaned and sanitized tools and work environment.
- Cleaned and sanitized tools and work station in adherence with safety requirements.
- Advised clients on nail care and use of products and colors.
- Shaped and smoothed nails with files, emery boards and rotary tools.
- Applied nail treatments, polish and artificial tips to complete manicure services.
- Improved treatment results and customer satisfaction by carefully examining clients' hands and completing pre-treatments.
- Assessed condition of clients' hands, removing dead skin and massaging hands.
- Promoted enhanced treatments to repair and improve nail strength.
- Prepared nail cuticles using cuticle knives to push back and scissors or nippers to trim.
- Removed previously applied nail polish using liquid remover and swabs.
- Applied undercoat and clear or colored polish onto nails with brush.
Education
High School Diploma -
Weslaco High School
Weslaco, TX05-2024
Skills
- Sanitation Procedures
- Cuticle care
- Nail Preparation
- Manicures
- Infection controls
- Customer Service
- Nail Polish Application
- Team Collaboration
- Inventory controls
- Problem-solving skills
- Product Upselling
- Customer Education
- Time Management
- Hand Massage
- Appointment management
- Creative design
- Manicure Design
- Callus Removal
- Verbal and written communication
- Foot Massage
- Training and coaching
- Financial Administration
- Product Knowledge
Certification
- Texas Barbering & Cosmetology
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Nail Technician
Elas Nail & Spa
06.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Weslaco High School
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