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Mary Schwarz

Apollo Beach,FL

Summary

With a proven track record at Marathon Gas Station, I excel in customer service and team leadership, enhancing customer loyalty and streamlining operations. My expertise in POS systems and a knack for mentoring have significantly boosted team performance, making me a dependable asset in fast-paced retail environments.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Cashier Team Lead

Marathon Gas Station
03.2021 - 04.2023
  • Performed store opening, closing, and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
  • Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
  • Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems.
  • Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
  • Worked extra shifts during busy periods and covered for call-in employees to maintain service levels.
  • Trained, mentored, and developed new cashiers with positive and encouraging techniques to maximize performance and team contributions.
  • Maintained a clean and inviting checkout area, contributing to an enjoyable shopping experience for customers.
  • Balanced cash drawers at the end of each shift, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting.
  • Developed strong relationships with repeat customers through friendly service interactions.
  • Trained team members on cash register operation and cash handling.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently processing transactions and addressing inquiries.
  • Led opening and closing procedures and conducted cashier drops, cash control and vault monitoring.
  • Managed cash registers, ensuring accurate accounting and reducing discrepancies in daily reports.
  • Quickly and accurately counted drawers at start and end of each shift.
  • Operated POS cash register and equipment to collect payments.
  • Increased customer loyalty and retention.
  • Assisted with merchandising tasks as needed to maintain store appearance standards and promote product visibility.
  • Assisted customers in locating products, providing knowledgeable recommendations based on their needs.
  • Mentored junior cashiers with comprehensive training and ongoing guidance, boosting team performance.
  • Provided backup support during high traffic periods by stepping into cashier roles when necessary.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by proactively addressing conflicts among team members.
  • Monitored areas for security issues and safety hazards.
  • Streamlined cashier operations for improved productivity and reduced wait times.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies regarding returns, exchanges, and check acceptance procedures.
  • Conducted regular audits of register funds to minimize potential losses due to theft or error.
  • Promoted store loyalty programs to increase repeat business and bolster customer relations.
  • Collaborated with management to develop strategies for improving the overall shopping experience.

Check in merchandise from vendors and do ordering with them.

Cashier

Farmers Joes
11.2021 - 09.2022
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
  • Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
  • Adapted quickly to new technologies implemented at POS systems, ensuring seamless transition periods for both staff and customers.
  • Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
  • Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures while processing transactions efficiently.
  • Exceeded productivity goals through consistent attention to detail and organization during busy shifts.
  • Promoted store promotions and incentive programs to increase overall sales revenue.
  • Developed rapport and fostered brand loyalty by offering personalized service.
  • Increased sales of promotional items by informing customers about current offers.
  • Ensured accuracy in financial transactions, reconciled cash with receipts daily.
  • Implemented loss prevention strategies, reducing instances of theft at checkout.
  • Enhanced customer loyalty by participating in rewards program enrollment.
  • Strengthened team morale and cooperation by assisting coworkers during peak hours.
  • Managed cash drawer accurately, ensuring all transactions balanced at end of day.
  • Supported marketing initiatives by setting up and maintaining promotional displays.
  • Contributed to clean and safe shopping environment, performed regular sanitation of checkout area.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store policies and procedures, ensuring compliance in all transactions.
  • Boosted team efficiency, shared best practices in cash handling and customer interaction.
  • Improved efficiency, organized checkout area for optimal workflow.
  • Assisted in inventory management, contributing to reduction in stock discrepancies.
  • Enhanced shopping experience, provided product information and location assistance.
  • Contributed to significant decrease in queue times by streamlining checkout process.
  • Facilitated smoother checkout process, trained new employees on POS systems.
  • Enhanced customer service experience by efficiently processing purchases and returns.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
  • Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
  • Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
  • Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
  • Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
  • Facilitated positive shopping experience, greeted customers warmly upon entry.
  • Reduced processing errors by meticulously following transaction procedures.
  • Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
  • Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
  • Encouraged customers to make additional purchases by highlighting current deals and keeping lane well-stocked.
  • Set up new sales displays each week with fresh merchandise.
  • Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock and documenting in computer system.
  • Demonstrated product features, answered questions and redirected objections to highlight positive aspects.

Education

No - Courses in Science And Math

George C Wallace Community College - Dothan
Selma, AL

Yes -

Visitation HS
Chicago, IL
05.1970

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Team Leadership
  • Cash Handling
  • Positive Attitude
  • Punctual and Reliable
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Cash Register Operation
  • Cash handling expertise
  • Store Opening and Closing
  • Money Handling
  • Cashier training
  • Product restocking
  • Heavy Lifting
  • New Hire Training
  • Opening and closing procedures
  • Workflow Coordination
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Cash Drawer Reconciliation
  • Motivational Skills
  • POS Systems
  • Adaptability and Dependability
  • Manager support
  • Merchandise Stocking
  • Policy Enforcement
  • Cycle Counts
  • Safety rules
  • POS System Operation
  • POS System
  • POS System proficiency
  • Deposit Preparation
  • Loss Prevention
  • Fraud prevention
  • Merchandise zoning
  • Merchandising guidelines
  • Procedure Enforcement
  • Retail Merchandising
  • Store Policies Enforcement
  • Transaction Approvals
  • Upselling strategies
  • Honest and Dependable
  • Customer Assistance
  • Reliable and Responsible
  • Problem-Solving
  • Creative Thinking
  • Cash Register Operations
  • Customer Transactions
  • Cash handling and management
  • Issue Resolution
  • Cash Management
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Cash register systems
  • Active Listening
  • Customer Relations
  • Upselling
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Employee Training
  • Cash Drawer Balancing
  • Cooperative Attitude
  • Work Task Prioritization
  • Order Taking
  • Product Knowledge
  • Basic Mathematics
  • Payment Processing
  • Policies and Procedures
  • Credits and Refunds
  • Inventory Stocking
  • Till Counting
  • Training and mentoring
  • Purchase assistance
  • Coin and Currency Counting
  • Store merchandise stocking
  • Retail Operations
  • Team Collaboration
  • Inventory Management
  • Return and Exchange Processing
  • ID Verification
  • Price Identification
  • Total Payment Calculation
  • Refunds and exchanges
  • Drawer management
  • Product Recommendations
  • Point of Sale Software
  • Product Location
  • Product Scanning
  • Account Invoicing
  • Pricing and Markdowns
  • Price Verification
  • Drawer balancing
  • Service Minded

Timeline

Cashier

Farmers Joes
11.2021 - 09.2022

Cashier Team Lead

Marathon Gas Station
03.2021 - 04.2023

No - Courses in Science And Math

George C Wallace Community College - Dothan

Yes -

Visitation HS
Mary Schwarz