Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
References
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Melissa Preciado

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Experienced Inventory Control Specialist skilled in various roles including Sociable Server, Customer Service Representative, Cashier, and Food Runner. Thrives in fast-paced environments with high sales, service, and quality expectations. Demonstrates exceptional multitasking ability and delivers friendly and prompt service to all customers. Valued team player proficient in maintaining clean and orderly tables, ensuring a positive dining experience for every customer.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Inventory Control Specialist

HD Supply
Las Vegas, NV
01.2024 - Current

Tracking Inventory Levels: Monitoring stock

levels to prevent shortages or overstocking.

Data Entry & Record Keeping: Updating inventory databases, ensuring accuracy in stock counts.

Auditing & Cycle Counting: Conducting regular inventory audits and reconciliations to detect discrepancies.

Receiving & Shipping Coordination: Ensuring incoming and outgoing shipments are properly recorded

Order Management: Working with vendors, suppliers, and internal teams to manage stock replenishment.

Logistics & Materials Management

•Ensuring all necessary equipment and materials are available for each job.

•Coordinating with suppliers and warehouse teams for inventory management.

•Verifying that permits or inspections (if required) are scheduled and completed.

Loss Prevention: Identifying and preventing theft, damages, or inefficiencies in inventory handling.

Warehouse Organization: Helping maintain an orderly and efficient storage system.

Customer Service: Working with customers/clients with their orders and making sure correct inventory is going out to them, helping them with returns. While providing excellent customer service.

Customer Interaction: Communicating with potential buyers, understanding their needs, and offering solutions.

Product Knowledge: Understanding and explaining product features, benefits, and

Quality of the products.

Documentation & Follow-Up

Keeping detailed records of installations, warranties, and service agreements.

Following up with customers post-installation to ensure satisfaction.

Processing paperwork related to billing, warranties, and job completion.

Head Cashier Supervisor

Home Depot
Las Vegas
05.2021 - 01.2024

Supervising Cashiers & Front-End Staff: Managing cashier performance, ensuring proper coverage, and providing assistance when needed.

Customer Service & Conflict Resolution: Handling customer inquiries, processing returns/exchanges, and resolving complaints.

Cash Management: Overseeing cash handling procedures, balancing registers, and ensuring proper cash flow.

Training & Coaching: Assisting with onboarding and training new cashiers and front-end associates.

Ensuring Efficiency & Productivity: Managing lines, reducing wait times, and ensuring a smooth checkout process.

Enforcing Policies & Procedures: Making sure company policies on returns, payments, and loss prevention are followed.

Supporting Store Operations: Assisting other departments as needed and ensuring our store runs smoothly.

Dedicated Service for Pros: We provide faster, more personalized service for professional customers who need bulk orders or recurring supplies.

Server

Mandalay Bay Casino Pool
01.2020 - 03.2020
  • Educated guests on daily specials and appetizers, entrees, desserts and other menu items
  • Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and anticipating condiments, napkins and other needs
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals
  • Restocked nonperishable food items, condiments and napkins to keep pantry well-supplied
  • Assisted customers in selecting appetizers, entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for food allergies and gluten intolerances
  • Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.

Server/ Bar back/ Hookah

Paymon's Mediterranean Hookah Lounge & Café
08.2018 - 04.2019
  • Prepared both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages as specified by patrons, consistently delivering to tables or bar without spillage
  • Restocked condiments and drink station supplies to maintain customer satisfaction
  • Kept detailed inventories of bar supplies and stocked work areas to maintain workflow efficiently
  • Replenished bar glasses, garnishes and condiments
  • Kept close track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area seamlessly, smoothing process for wait staff
  • Made product recommendations to customers based on preference, food pairings and special promotions.

CSR

USAA Insurance
06.2017 - 05.2018
  • Asked probing questions to determine service needs and accurately input information into electronic systems
  • Answered inbound phone calls, providing them with information about their insurance policies such as towing and their payment plans
  • Upheld privacy and security requirements established by regulatory agencies
  • Delivered service and support to each customer, paving the way for future business opportunities
  • Answered customer questions and addressed concerns, to the best of my abilities.

Cashier/ Dispatcher

Star Nursery
02.2015 - 04.2017
  • Reviewed routes, daily traffic and weather conditions to adjust plans, meeting daily requirements and service needs for my rock yard drivers
  • Checked out customers needing marble tops, boulders, and pavers in amounts that weigh over 1 ton
  • Maintained current knowledge of all personnel in the field and all completed deliveries or delays
  • Supervised drivers, route planning, and vehicle tracking for over 5 drivers a day and planning their next deliveries
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions, and meet deadlines
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations
  • Checked out customers with contractors with plants for casino projects and irrigation systems for sprinklers.

Cashier/ Food Runner

Panera Bread
09.2013 - 01.2014
  • Assisted with purchases, locating items, and signing up for rewards programs
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum efficiency
  • Maintained high productivity by efficiently processing cash, credit, debit, and voucher program payments for customers
  • Cleaned and organized the coffee table every hour to make sure it's fresh, while cleaning and bussing tables
  • Taking customers' orders with a smile and making sure their order is correct when delivering it to their table.

Education

Skills

  • Ambitious
  • Considerate
  • Persistent
  • Liquor, wine and food service
  • Menu memorization
  • Dynamic work ethic
  • Coordination and logistics
  • Team collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Table Bussing
  • Food safety understanding
  • Cash handling
  • Microsoft word
  • ID Verification
  • Payment Collection
  • POS Systems
  • Product Restocking
  • Returns Processing
  • Payment Processing
  • Refunds and Exchanges
  • Point of Sale Operation
  • Staff Supervision
  • Employee Training
  • Policies and Procedures

Hobbies and Interests

  • Photography
  • Reading

References

References Upon Requests

Timeline

Inventory Control Specialist

HD Supply
01.2024 - Current

Head Cashier Supervisor

Home Depot
05.2021 - 01.2024

Server

Mandalay Bay Casino Pool
01.2020 - 03.2020

Server/ Bar back/ Hookah

Paymon's Mediterranean Hookah Lounge & Café
08.2018 - 04.2019

CSR

USAA Insurance
06.2017 - 05.2018

Cashier/ Dispatcher

Star Nursery
02.2015 - 04.2017

Cashier/ Food Runner

Panera Bread
09.2013 - 01.2014

Melissa Preciado