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Melissa Pratt

Brigham City

Summary

Cosmetologist with a proven track record at Self Employed, excelling in customer service and detail orientation. Expert in creating customized hairstyles and maintaining sanitation practices, while fostering client relationships through active listening. Committed to continuous education, ensuring clients receive the latest trends and techniques for optimal hair health.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Cosmetologist

Self Employed
Brigham City
10.1996 - Current
  • Performed haircuts, coloring, highlighting and styling techniques.
  • Created customized hair styles according to client's preferences and facial features.
  • Advised clients on how to maintain their new hairstyles at home.
  • Maintained cleanliness of salon equipment and tools.
  • Maintained accurate records of customer services provided.
  • Ensured proper sanitation practices were followed at all times.
  • Attended continuing education classes to stay up-to-date with trends in the industry.
  • Performed scalp treatments to improve hair health and texture.
  • Kept notes listing preferences and services provided to clients for quick reference.
  • Evaluated client's hair and physical features to determine style and cut plans.
  • Shaved, trimmed and shaped beards and mustaches.
  • Shaped eyebrows and removed facial hair using depilatory cream, tweezers or wax.
  • Used curlers, rollers and curling irons to press and curl hair.

Informal Care Giver

Betty Sevison
Brigham City
01.2021 - 02.2024
  • Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
  • Provided emotional support to Betty during difficult times.
  • Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention
  • Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
  • Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
  • Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
  • Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
  • Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
  • Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.

Education

Cosmetology -

Fran Brown College of Beauty
Layton, UT
10-1996

High School Diploma -

Cedar City High School
Cedar City, UT
06-1995

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Detail orientation
  • Time management
  • Active listening
  • Record keeping
  • Sanitation practices
  • Inventory management

Timeline

Informal Care Giver

Betty Sevison
01.2021 - 02.2024

Cosmetologist

Self Employed
10.1996 - Current

Cosmetology -

Fran Brown College of Beauty

High School Diploma -

Cedar City High School