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Mara Quackenbush

Decorah,IA

Summary

Highly-motivated student and employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. With organizational skills in any area of focus.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Target
06.2023 - Current
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
  • Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
  • Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
  • Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.

Sales Associate

Old Navy
05.2020 - 12.2022
  • 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.
  • Assessed customer needs to provide assistance and information on product features.

Cook

Marty's Luther College
09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
  • Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
  • Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.

Childcare Provider

Dozel Family
03.2018 - 09.2019
  • Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
  • Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
  • Maintained safe play environment.
  • Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

Luther College
Decorah, IA
05.2025

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • POS System Operation
  • Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Energy and Physical Stamina
  • Safety and Cleanliness Standards
  • Flexible Hours

Leadership

  • Two time captain for varsity volleyball
  • Team lead at Old Navy
  • Project leader in class activities

Timeline

Sales Associate

Target
06.2023 - Current

Cook

Marty's Luther College
09.2021 - 12.2021

Sales Associate

Old Navy
05.2020 - 12.2022

Childcare Provider

Dozel Family
03.2018 - 09.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

Luther College
Mara Quackenbush