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Lavonda Brown

blavonda201@yahoo.com,IL

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in customer service and team leadership at McDonald's. Proven ability to enhance team performance through effective training and problem-solving. Skilled in cash handling and maintaining financial accuracy, consistently ensuring a positive customer experience and operational excellence.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Cashier Team Lead

McDonald's
04.2023 - Current
  • Performed store opening, closing, and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
  • Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
  • Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems.
  • Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
  • Worked extra shifts during busy periods and covered for call-in employees to maintain service levels.
  • Trained, mentored, and developed new cashiers with positive and encouraging techniques to maximize performance and team contributions.
  • Maintained a clean and inviting checkout area, contributing to an enjoyable shopping experience for customers.
  • Balanced cash drawers at the end of each shift, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting.

Oral Hygiene Assistant

Dr. Gipson Dentistry
09.2013 - 04.2016
  • Administered routine dental hygiene procedures and treatments.
  • Prepared patient for x-rays and gathered x-ray films.
  • Managed hygienist schedules with calendaring software to maintain steady patient flow.
  • Prepared procedure rooms and tray setups for hygienists and doctors before starting dental procedures.

Child Care

Little Blessings Day Care
06.2009 - 03.2013
  • Collaborated with other staff members to create cohesive child care programs, maximizing efficiency within the center.
  • Spearheaded efforts toward achieving accreditation status from nationally recognized child care organizations, demonstrating commitment to excellence in programming standards.
  • Assisted family child care providers in maintaining a safe and nurturing environment through regular consultations.
  • Prepared and delivered lectures to students on child care, nutrition and food science.
  • Assisted with child care responsibilities, fostering a nurturing and supportive environment for children in the household.

Education

No Degree - Phlebotomy

Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL

High School Diploma -

Faaragut Career Academy
Chicago, IL
06-1992

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Problem-solving
  • Cash handling

Timeline

Cashier Team Lead

McDonald's
04.2023 - Current

Oral Hygiene Assistant

Dr. Gipson Dentistry
09.2013 - 04.2016

Child Care

Little Blessings Day Care
06.2009 - 03.2013

No Degree - Phlebotomy

Malcolm X College

High School Diploma -

Faaragut Career Academy
Lavonda Brown