Leslie Reyes
Arlington
Summary
I’m an experienced Plant Designer with a strong background in creating custom plant arrangements, managing plant care, and providing tailored designs. With expertise in seasonal design and inventory management, I’m now looking to transition into floral design, where I can apply my creativity and design skills to craft unique floral arrangements for various occasions
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Plant Designer
Dr Delphinium Design and Events
10.2022 - Current
- Menu Coordination: Assisted in curating and updating seasonal plant design menus, integrating new plant varieties to offer customers fresh and exciting options.
- Cross-Department Collaboration: Partnered with corporate teams to develop custom plant designs for various office spaces, trade shows, corporate gifting, and seasonal designs.
- Inventory Control: Inventory management for multiple store locations, ensuring accurate tracking of stock, optimizing supply orders, and coordinating plants stock.
- Customer Support for Orders: Designed and processed plant orders for online and phone clients while also recommending plant options based on customer needs.
Waitress/Bartender
Dos Amigos Mariscos
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Customer Satisfaction: Greeted and served customers in a friendly and professional manner, providing excellent service to ensure a memorable dining experience.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently provide efficient service during peak hours.
- Menu Recommendations: Assisted guests with menu selections and offered suggestions based on dietary needs or preferences.
- Upselling & Sales: Promoted restaurant specials and upsold desserts and drinks to boost overall sales and enhance the customer experience.
- Cleanliness & Safety: Ensured the restaurant remained clean, including resetting tables and maintaining hygiene standards throughout the shift.
Sales Representative
SiteOne Landscape (Village Nurseries)
12.2020 - 09.2021
- Customer Consultations: Assisted customers in selecting the best plants for their home or garden based on their needs, offering advice on care, watering schedules, and proper placement.
- Collaborative Orders with Landscapers: Worked directly with landscapers to place orders, ensuring they received the appropriate plants for their projects and that all deliveries were timely.
- Inventory & Stock Management: Responsible for managing inventory, placing orders for new plants, and ensuring all stock was properly cared for, healthy, and ready for sale.
- Creative Displays: Created and maintained eye-catching plant displays in-store, highlighting new arrivals, seasonal plants, and unique plant arrangements.
- Plant Health & Maintenance: Monitored plant health, ensuring all plants in the nursery were properly watered, pruned, and rotated for optimal freshness and sales.
Customer Service Representative
3 Day Blinds
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Client Consultation: Assisted customers in selecting custom blinds and window treatments, providing expert advice on design, functionality, and materials to match their specific needs and preferences.
- Order Processing & Coordination: Managed customer orders from initial consultation to final delivery, ensuring all blinds were accurately measured, designed, and installed on time.
- Product Knowledge: Maintained in-depth knowledge of the company's wide range of blinds, including custom designs, materials, and installation options, enabling effective product recommendations and solutions.
- Issue Resolution: Addressed and resolved customer complaints or concerns promptly, ensuring customer satisfaction by offering solutions such as product replacements, adjustments, or scheduling follow-up appointments.
Education
Interior Design
Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA01-2018
Skills
- Innovative Problem-Solving/Creative Problem Solving
- Independent Project Management/Self Starter
- Effective Time Management
- Attention to detail
- Team Collaboration (active listening, constructive feedback , and aligning team goals)
- Plant Knowledge and Care
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Plant Designer
Dr Delphinium Design and Events
10.2022 - Current
Waitress/Bartender
Dos Amigos Mariscos
10.2021 - 09.2022
Sales Representative
SiteOne Landscape (Village Nurseries)
12.2020 - 09.2021
Customer Service Representative
3 Day Blinds
01.2020 - 05.2020
Interior Design
Orange Coast College
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