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Education
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Certification
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LATONYA COOPER

Chicago,Illinois

Summary

Customer Service Representative bringing top-notch skills in oral and written communication, active listening and analytical problem-solving skills. Enhances customer experiences by employing service-oriented behaviors, understanding customer desires, and providing customized solutions to build loyalty.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Catering Delivery Driver

Deliver That
12.2023 - Current
  • Generated repeat business by providing outstanding customer service during each interaction with clients.
  • Adhered to food safety regulations when transporting orders, maintaining proper temperature control measures throughout the process.
  • Demonstrated initiative in problem-solving situations such as navigating unexpected traffic or addressing last-minute changes in event logistics, ensuring customer satisfaction and maintaining timely deliveries.
  • Maintained professional appearance and upheld company image while interacting with clients during deliveries.

Delivery Driver

DoorDash
01.2023 - Current
  • Responsible for providing prompt, friendly and reliable professional services to customers
  • Also great at multi-tasking and organizing, and strong customer service and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to follow procedures closely while demonstrating safety-conscious practices
  • Familiarity working with and adapting to technology
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing the best and most efficient

Church Volunteer Administrative Assistant

Kingdom Way Outreach Ministry
01.2017 - Current
  • Collaborated with fellow volunteers on beautification projects around the church property, maintaining an inviting atmosphere for all visitors.
  • Provided compassionate support to congregation members in need of assistance, offering both practical help and emotional support.
  • Organized community outreach events to bolster church visibility and engagement.
  • Processed journal entries, guaranteeing accurate reflection of company finances within the general ledger system.
  • Maintained accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
  • Support weekly morning prayer call

Customer Relationship Rep.

PeopleReady, Inc.
03.2022 - 06.2023
  • Responsible for providing exceptional customer service to existing customers and associates
  • Scouting for potential employees, coordinating interviews for open positions, and designing interview questions for open positions
  • Also working with talent engagement to finalize the onboarding process.

Ride Share Operator/Owner

Lyft
07.2017 - 08.2019
  • Responsible for ensuring a safe and timely ride to the customer's destination while creating a congenial mature and professional ride experience
  • Also maintaining a clean and inviting vehicle for passengers and keeping up with the maintenance of the vehicle
  • Assisting passengers with embarking and disembarking from the car.

Corporate Travel Coordinator

CCRA International
08.2015 - 12.2016
  • Responsible for providing emergency travel arrangements for corporate clients
  • Also having knowledge of multiple company's policies and procedures for travel, while remaining up-to-date on policy changes
  • Serve as a back-up agent and support for the international client
  • Responsible for being proficient in various booking engines (Apollo, Sabre, World Span, Amadeus).

Reservation Sales Agent

Apple Vacations
11.2012 - 08.2015
  • Responsible for providing impeccable customer service to internal and external customers, exceeding departmental goals regarding sales, phone stats, and productivity
  • Remain current with updates while actively maintaining and expanding my knowledge of current product information.

Customer Service Agent

West at Home
09.2008 - 11.2012
  • Responsible for working in a home base call center
  • Delivering high-quality customer care
  • Increasing sales conversions and closing the sale.

Flight Attendant

American Eagle Airlines
12.2010 - 06.2011
  • Responsible for providing comfort and safety along with first aid when needed.

Store Owner

Kiddy Closet
09.2001 - 11.2008
  • Responsible for maintaining and ensuring appropriate inventory and personnel
  • Providing accounts receivable and accounts payable services, including payroll.
  • Developed a loyal customer base with personalized assistance, attentive listening, and friendly interactions.
  • Maintained a clean, organized, and visually appealing store environment to create an inviting shopping experience.
  • Adapted store operations to meet changing market conditions and customer needs while preserving overall business stability.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify new product opportunities and ensure alignment with consumer preferences.

Education

Business Management -

Malcolm X College
Chicago, Illinois
08.2013

Travel and Tourism -

Southeastern Academy of Travel and Tourism
Kissimmee, Florida
12.1988

Theatre -

Columbia College
Chicago, Illinois
05.1988

Diploma: Accounting and Business Mgmt. -

Chicago Vocational H.S.
Chicago, Illinois
06.1987

Skills

  • Business Planning
  • Bookkeeping
  • Staff hiring
  • Employee Training
  • Business Development
  • Business Administration
  • Issue Resolution
  • Operations Management
  • Customer Service Management
  • Customer Retention

Certification

CNP - Certified Notary Public


Certificate of Completion for Introduction to Emergency Management

References

Available Upon Request

Timeline

Catering Delivery Driver

Deliver That
12.2023 - Current

Delivery Driver

DoorDash
01.2023 - Current

Customer Relationship Rep.

PeopleReady, Inc.
03.2022 - 06.2023

Ride Share Operator/Owner

Lyft
07.2017 - 08.2019

Church Volunteer Administrative Assistant

Kingdom Way Outreach Ministry
01.2017 - Current

Corporate Travel Coordinator

CCRA International
08.2015 - 12.2016

Reservation Sales Agent

Apple Vacations
11.2012 - 08.2015

Flight Attendant

American Eagle Airlines
12.2010 - 06.2011

Customer Service Agent

West at Home
09.2008 - 11.2012

Store Owner

Kiddy Closet
09.2001 - 11.2008

Business Management -

Malcolm X College

Travel and Tourism -

Southeastern Academy of Travel and Tourism

Theatre -

Columbia College

Diploma: Accounting and Business Mgmt. -

Chicago Vocational H.S.
LATONYA COOPER