Team-oriented Retail Sales Associate recognized for generating consistent personal sales accomplishments. Dedicated to listening to customer needs and preferences, expertly matching products and driving loyalty. Brings in-depth knowledge of product use and care requirements.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Sales Associate
JCPenney
Union Gap , WA
09.2023 - Current
Assisted customers with finding the right product for their needs.
Provided product information and answered customer questions.
Demonstrated knowledge of store products and services.
Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company standards.
Organized displays to attract customers and promote sales.
Processed returned merchandise according to company policies.
Operated point-of-sale systems accurately to process payments from customers.
Promoted special offers and discounts to encourage additional purchases.
Assisted with unloading delivery trucks and stocking shelves with new merchandise.
Used product knowledge to suggest items to match client needs.
Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
Pizza Maker/Food and Beverage Attendant/Catering Assistant
Hoptown Wood Fired Pizza
Wapato, WA
11.2021 - 08.2023
Handled customer orders in a timely manner, ensuring accuracy of order.
Crafted pizzas using proper amount of dough and quantities of toppings according to specifications.
Followed established recipes when creating specialty pizzas requested by customers.
Prepared multiple orders at once for speedy service.
Filled and served various beverages for customers.
Provided exceptional customer service to guests, ensuring their satisfaction with food and beverages.
Maintained cleanliness of the dining area and kitchen equipment in accordance with health department standards.
Greeted customers promptly and courteously, took orders accurately, and served food and drinks efficiently.
Handled cashier duties including accepting payments from customers, making change, and balancing the cash drawer daily.
Responded quickly to customer complaints or special requests in a professional manner.
Adhered to all safety protocols when preparing meals for customers with allergies or dietary restrictions.
Performed opening, closing duties such as setting up tables, chairs, checking equipment operation, counting money in register drawers.
Kept bar areas stocked with glasses, ice, garnishes, mixers, beer kegs, bottles, cans throughout shift.
Maintained operations in full compliance with alcohol service standards and legal requirements to prevent incidents of overserving or underage drinking.
Maintained a positive attitude towards coworkers and customers at all times.
Retail Sales Associate
JCPenney
Union Gap, WA
07.2021 - 05.2022
Assisted customers with finding the right product for their needs.
Provided product information and answered customer questions.
Demonstrated knowledge of store products and services.
Greeted customers upon entering the store and provided assistance.
Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company standards.
Operated point-of-sale systems accurately to process payments from customers.
Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
Offered suggestions for additional items that may be of interest to customers.
Dance Teacher
Comotion Dance Center For The Arts
Yakima, WA
09.2014 - 06.2019
Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans for dance classes.
Organized and managed rehearsals to ensure adequate preparation for performances.
Instructed students in proper technique, terminology and performance of various styles of dance such as ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop and modern.
Monitored student attendance records and maintained accurate class rosters.
Maintained equipment inventory including music systems, costumes, props and other items necessary for the class activities.
Planned special events such as recitals or competitions featuring student performances.
Provided individual attention when needed to help students with specific skill development issues.
Planned choreography for group performances and recitals.
Interacted effectively by email, phone and in person with students, parents and staff members.
Built positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
Education
Cosmetology
Evergreen Beauty College
Yakima, WA
Skills
Customer Needs Assessment
Creative Customer Solutions
Customer Research
Product Description
Suggestive Selling
Customer Consultation
Product Line Promotion
Timeline
Retail Sales Associate
JCPenney
09.2023 - Current
Pizza Maker/Food and Beverage Attendant/Catering Assistant