Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Quote to live by
Certification
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Leonardo Echavarria

Daytona Beach,FL

Summary

Experienced in continuous skill development and team leadership. Adept at assembling leadership teams from inception. Recognized for tackling projects head-on and consistently achieving goals with a quick and persistent approach. Demonstrates a positive attitude that serves as a driving force towards success in any endeavor. Embodies a proactive and results-driven mindset that propels projects to successful completion. Constantly meets sales forecasts, ensuring a track record of exceeding expectations.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Counter Sales Associate

Baker Distributing
03.2023 - Current
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing inquiries promptly.
  • Led team members to improve efficiency, consistently meeting daily sales targets.
  • Continuously updated product knowledge to provide expert advice on current offerings and trends in the industry.
  • Contributed ideas for marketing initiatives that helped increase foot traffic in the store during slow periods.
  • Increased sales revenue with strategic product placement and persuasive selling techniques.
  • Maintained an orderly stockroom with efficient systems for easy access to products when needed on the floor quickly.
  • Collaborated with other associates to achieve monthly sales goals and maintain high standards of customer service.
  • Conducted product demonstrations, educating customers on features and benefits to drive sales.
  • Implemented promotional displays for special events or seasonal offers, increasing brand visibility and attracting new customers.
  • Enhanced store atmosphere, ensuring a clean and organized environment for seamless customer experience.
  • Utilized upselling tactics skillfully during interactions with customers resulting in increased average transaction values.
  • Assisted in training new employees on store policies, procedures, and products to ensure consistent customer experiences across the team.
  • Streamlined processes for order placement and fulfillment by adopting efficient organizational techniques.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, reconciling daily till balances and minimizing errors.
  • Managed inventory effectively, reducing stock discrepancies and maintaining accurate records.
  • Supported loss prevention efforts by monitoring inventory levels closely and reporting any suspicious activity immediately.
  • Welcomed customers and offered immediate assistance in line with business policies.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer information and promote business products.
  • Consulted with customers to uncover unique needs and match to best-fit product or service solutions.
  • Finalized sales by completing payments and required paperwork.
  • Restocked, rotated and visually merchandised products for maximum sales.
  • Maintained clean, organized and professional counter space with continuous upkeep.
  • Informed customers about important policies and conditions on sales.
  • Documented orders in computer system with general conditions and special customer requirements.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
  • Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
  • Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.

Pizza delivery driver

Papa John's
04.2022 - 02.2023
  • Improved customer satisfaction by consistently delivering orders on time and with accuracy.
  • Verified orders prior to completing deliveries to avoid customer complaints.
  • Maintained a clean driving record, ensuring safe and responsible transportation of food items.
  • Managed cash and credit card transactions accurately, minimizing discrepancies in daily sales reports.
  • Processed payments by accepting cash, checks and credit and debit card payments.
  • Interacted professionally with customers in person or by phone and acted with sense of urgency to drive positive customer experience.
  • Collaborated with team members and contributed to team efforts by supporting other workstations during shift.
  • Enhanced efficiency in delivery routes by utilizing GPS technology and local knowledge of the area.
  • Maintained a professional appearance, ensuring that personal grooming and uniform standards were in compliance with company policies.

Amazon Delivery Driver

G3 Delivery LLC
10.2021 - 03.2022
  • Maintained high-speed performance while handling packages exceeding 30 lbs.
  • Adapted to various weather scenarios to maintain punctuality in task execution.
  • Delivered packages with exceptional care, prioritizing protection from theft and adverse weather.

Team Leader/Supervisor

Chick-fil-A, Inc.
03.2014 - 09.2021
  • Organized office files efficiently.
  • Frequently adjusted figures associated with quality assessment.
  • Managed operations for both back-of-house and front-of-house.
  • Managed inventory efficiently.
  • Established complete leadership team.
  • Ensured compliance with food safety regulations.
  • Managed complex projects from start to finish
  • Oversaw team operations and performance.
  • Certified trainer
  • Analytical thinking
  • Reached top 20% In entire chain in CEM scores
  • Exceptional communication & networking skills
  • Boost team moral

Education

GED - undefined

Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL
05.2015

Skills

  • Food safety
  • Food service
  • Food production
  • Food preparation
  • Food handling
  • Busser
  • Kitchen experience
  • POS
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Word
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Supervising experience
  • Leadership development
  • Kitchen management experience
  • Cashiering
  • Cash handling proficiency
  • Till management
  • Inventory specialist
  • Inventory control
  • Restaurant experience
  • Graphic design
  • Retail sales
  • Agriculture
  • Driving experience
  • Delivery experience
  • Customer service satisfaction
  • Strategized the best routes for delivery
  • Completed delivery route in a timely manner
  • Maintained a clean driving record
  • Culinary experience
  • Web design
  • Sales
  • Excell's in making sure the sales forecast is met
  • HVAC product knowledge
  • Problem solving
  • Refrigeration knowledge
  • Certified in refrigeration (two courses)
  • Diverse problem
  • Technical expertise in HVAC
  • Troubleshooting HVAC issues
  • Answers phone calls
  • Orders equipment and parts in a timely manner
  • Checks with local vendors for product availability and prices
  • HVAC software proficiency
  • Time management
  • Continuous learning
  • Forklift certification
  • Operates a forklift proficiently
  • Pulls and checks equipment before selling
  • Shipping and receiving experience
  • Package handling
  • Quick keyboard skills
  • Strong communication skills
  • Proactive in completing tasks head-on
  • Training skills

Quote to live by

A gem cannot be polished without friction, nor a man perfected without trials. - Seneca

Certification

Refrigeration training 1.0

Refrigeration training 2.0

Leadership development

Agricultural development

Buisness managment

Timeline

Lead Counter Sales Associate

Baker Distributing
03.2023 - Current

Pizza delivery driver

Papa John's
04.2022 - 02.2023

Amazon Delivery Driver

G3 Delivery LLC
10.2021 - 03.2022

Team Leader/Supervisor

Chick-fil-A, Inc.
03.2014 - 09.2021

GED - undefined

Daytona State College