Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
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Lehiwa Palama

Waimea,HI

Summary

Dynamic Sales Associate with proven expertise in POS system operation and exceptional people skills, honed at Aloha Spice Company. Excelled in customer engagement, driving repeat business through outstanding service and problem-solving abilities. Demonstrated ability to maintain high inventory levels and store presentation, ensuring a welcoming shopping environment.

Overview

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Work History

Sales Associate

Aloha Spice Company
Hanapepe, HI
08.2024 - Current
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
  • Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
  • Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
  • Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
  • Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
  • Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.

Education

High School Diploma -

Waimea High School
Waimea, HI
05-2025

Skills

  • Energetic self-starter
  • Store opening and closing
  • Cash register operation
  • Cash handling accuracy
  • Payment processing
  • POS system operation
  • Calm demeanor
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent people skills
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Task prioritization
  • Reading comprehension skills
  • Customer engagement

Certification

  • CPR certification

Affiliations

  • 7 yrs of Jr lifeguard training and certified in CPR

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sales Associate

Aloha Spice Company
08.2024 - Current

High School Diploma -

Waimea High School
Lehiwa Palama