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Laray Simons

Summary

Diligent employee, with over 6 years of experience maintaining seamless business operations. Smoothly administers budgets, trains staff and monitors procedures to maximize efficiency and balance objectives with operational requirements. Exceptional skills in inventory management, loss prevention and vendor negotiation. Wellness-focused Animal Caretaker with full complement of skills in feeding, grooming and exercising animals. Talented in delivering routine care and specific treatments meeting animals' needs. Organized in maintaining schedules and staying on top of daily checklists. 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. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively alone or as a team and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Cross-Trained Shift Manager

CVS Healthcare
Dallas, GA
08.2022 - 06.2024

• Managed daily cash intake by counting out registers and tabulating profits.

• Observed and monitored utilization of equipment.

• Oversaw the training of new employees on customer service, product knowledge, and cash handling techniques.

• Communicated with other shift managers to facilitate continuum of customer service.

• Assisted in resolving escalated customer service issues in a timely manner.

• Performed minor equipment repairs to keep jobs on task and notified maintenance department of major machinery failures.

• Maintained inventory levels by monitoring stockroom orders and restocking shelves as needed.

• Coached employees on interactions with customers to drive exceptional service.

• Inspected work areas regularly for cleanliness and organization standards.

• Ensured completion of all opening and closing duties were completed accurately according to established guidelines.

• Helped employees accomplish tasks during peak periods. Performed regular price checks to ensure accuracy in pricing throughout the store.

• Kept records of employees' attendance and working hours for accurate calculation of billable cycle.

• Reviewed security footage regularly for suspicious activities or theft attempts. Documented receipts, employee hours and inventory movement.

• Reported employee behavioral issues, losses and customer complaints to upper-level management.

• Resolved conflicts between staff members in a professional manner.

• Responded to daily emails and phone calls.

• Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.

• Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.

• Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

• Became Cross-Trained to help out in the Pharmacy Department, while in the Pharmacy department I would work the registers, computers, and help customers gets their prescriptions in a quicker time management.

• Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.

• Maintained schedules to meet deadlines, Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone calls.

Kennel Manager/Medical Technician

Kitty Up Cat Rescue Inc.
Dallas, GA
01.2020 - 02.2023

• Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.

• Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.

• Assisted in feeding, watering, exercising, bathing, cleaning cages and runs, administering medications when necessary.

• Recruited volunteers to handle non-critical tasks and give animals wide-ranging interactions.

• Oversaw new intakes by assigning kennels and managing quarantines.

• Developed strategies to improve operational efficiency while maintaining high standards of animal care.

• Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.

• Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.

• Provided training to staff on proper handling techniques for animals.

• Coordinated with veterinarians for animal health care needs such as vaccinations, spay and neuter surgeries, and other treatments.

• Organized pet adoption events to promote awareness about responsible pet ownership practices.

• Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to animal care and welfare.

• Managed inventory of food supplies and other materials needed to run the kennel efficiently.

• Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.

• Maintained detailed records of animal numbers, medical issues and behavioral concerns.

• Performed basic grooming tasks such as brushing fur coats or trimming nails when needed.

• Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.

• Understood and followed oral and written directions.

• Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.

• Delivering IV's and vaccinations.

• Restraint on cats, Trapping and catching feral cats.

Barista Shift Lead

Lola's Coffee Cafe
Marietta, GA
03.2018 - 06.2020

• Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.

• Memorized ingredients and recipes.

• Oversaw food preparation and safety protocols to comply with federal, state and local regulatory guidelines regarding food service.

• Inspected restrooms and dining and serving areas to foster cleanliness and proper setup.

• Assisted staff by serving food and beverages or bussing tables.

• Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.

• Resolved problems or concerns to satisfaction of involved parties.

• Trained new employees to perform duties.

• Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.

• Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.

• Counted the money intake of the day each time i closed a shift.

• Resolved problems or concerns to satisfaction of involved parties.

• Trained new employees to perform duties.

• Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.

• Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.

• Counted the money intake of the day each time i closed a shift.

• Developed strong relationships with regular customers, fostering loyalty through personalized attention and product recommendations.

• Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

K12 Cyber Academy
Dallas, GA
05.2020

Skills

    Supply Ordering

    Leadership

    Team Development

    Customer service

    Quality Assurance

    Quick problem solving

    Equipment Troubleshooting

    Customer service focus

    Able to work in a stressful manner professionally

    Energetic and Enthusiastic

    Relationship Building

    Cash handling

    Computer skills

    Creativity

    Training and Mentoring

    Time management

    Book keeper

    Adaptability

    Responsible and dependable

    Organization

    Oral and written communication

    Attention to detail

    Critical thinking

Languages

Woodland Cree
English
Czech

Timeline

Cross-Trained Shift Manager

CVS Healthcare
08.2022 - 06.2024

Kennel Manager/Medical Technician

Kitty Up Cat Rescue Inc.
01.2020 - 02.2023

Barista Shift Lead

Lola's Coffee Cafe
03.2018 - 06.2020

High School Diploma -

K12 Cyber Academy
Laray Simons