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Kimberly Arnold

Farmersville,OH

Summary

Customer-focused professional willing to go extra mile to meet customer needs, increase satisfaction and promote loyalty. Expertly handles diverse concerns with solution-focused mindset and attention to detail. Excels in research, documentation and problem-solving.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Barista

Starbucks
Miamisburg, OH
12.2021 - Current
  • Checked brewing equipment for proper functionality.
  • Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
  • Described menu items to customers and suggested products based on stated preferences.
  • Managed morning rush of customers daily with efficient, levelheaded customer service.
  • Gave samples of popular coffee and tea blends to create sales opportunities.
  • Addressed and resolved customer concerns to maintain brand loyalty
  • Prepared specialty coffee drinks such as lattes, cappuccinos, macchiatos, mochas, and Americanos.
  • Organized workstations efficiently so that tasks could be completed quickly during peak hours.
  • Input orders into point of sale system and handled customer payments.
  • Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
  • Supported highest standards of conduct and service to support company reputation.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, washing dishes, and cleaning floors.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.

Catering Filed Coordinator

City BBQ
Dayton, OH
11.2020 - Current
  • Processed catering orders from sales and wedding specialist, including production information and scheduling.
  • Delivered orders to clients including weddings.
  • Scheduled and completed tastings for prospective clients.
  • Took care of clients all through the process from web lead to final confirmation and payment, including generating quotes.
  • Worked wedding shows to generate business.
  • Took care of clients all through the process from web lead to final confirmation and payment, including generating quotes.
  • Watched Dayton and Cincinnati wedding markets when WES was on vacation or unavailable.
  • Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
  • Conducted post-event reviews in order to evaluate performance levels and identify areas for improvement.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Created detailed timelines for each event to ensure that all tasks were completed on time.
  • Assisted customers with food selection, inquiries and order customization requests.
  • Developed menus based on client preferences and budget constraints.

General Manager

Noodles and Company
Miamisburg, OH
08.2018 - 12.2020
  • Responsible for everything including hiring, ordering, inventory, execution, scheduling, and many other details of running a restaurant daily.

General Manager

Mcdonalds
Dayton, OH
06.1984 - 07.2018

Started as crew in high school. Worked my way up to General Manager. Multiple stores and locations.

Restaurant Owner

Cold Beers And Cheeseburgers
Bellbrook, OH
06.1996 - 06.1999
  • The Barnett Arnold Corporation dba Cold Beer and Cheeseburgers
  • Owner/employee

Education

High School Diploma -

Valley View High School
Germantown, OH
06-1985

Human Development And Social Relations

Earlham College
Richmond, IN

Skills

  • Promotional Support
  • Customer Service
  • Quality Control
  • Order Processing
  • Needs Assessment
  • Professional Telephone Demeanor
  • Credit Card Payment Processing
  • Process Improvement
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Inbound and Outbound Calling
  • Complaint Resolution
  • Customer Retention Strategies
  • Order Fulfillment
  • Product Recommendations
  • Customer Service Excellence
  • Sales and Upselling
  • Relationship Building
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Understanding Customer Needs

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Barista

Starbucks
12.2021 - Current

Catering Filed Coordinator

City BBQ
11.2020 - Current

General Manager

Noodles and Company
08.2018 - 12.2020

Restaurant Owner

Cold Beers And Cheeseburgers
06.1996 - 06.1999

General Manager

Mcdonalds
06.1984 - 07.2018

High School Diploma -

Valley View High School

Human Development And Social Relations

Earlham College
Kimberly Arnold