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Michael Strong

Council Bluffs,Iowa

Summary

Hardworking Sales Associate committed to driving high sales in both slow and busy shifts. Organized and patient individual polished in handling customer complaints and replenishing stock. Flexible and outgoing team player commended for demonstrating honesty and integrity with customers, team members and supervisors.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate

Retail Rebel
Council Bluffs, Iowa
08.2024 - Current
  • Encouraged customers to sign up for loyalty programs or store credit cards.
  • Assisted customers with selecting items and answering questions about products.
  • Performed cash register functions accurately and efficiently.
  • Processed payments using point-of-sale systems.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise and ensured product displays were neat and orderly.

Associate

Walmart
Council Bluffs, Iowa
09.2022 - 05.2024
  • Processed shipments received from vendors according to established protocols.
  • Helped customers locate items within the store using the inventory system.
  • Assisted customers with selecting items and answering questions about products.
  • Conducted inventory checks to ensure accuracy of shelf stock.
  • Trained new associates on store operations, policies, and procedures.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise and ensured product displays were neat and orderly.
  • Organized backroom areas to maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Bakery Clerk

Hyvee Market Grill
Council Bluffs, Iowa
09.2016 - 06.2022
  • Greeted customers, answered questions, and provided product knowledge.
  • Maintained cleanliness of bakery area by sweeping floors, wiping down counters, and restocking items.
  • Verified that all products were labeled with correct pricing information.
  • Weighed out ingredients for recipes and prepared doughs using mixers and other kitchen equipment.
  • Checked expiration dates on all food items to ensure freshness of products being sold.
  • Stocked shelves with freshly made items throughout the day ensuring a full selection at all times.
  • Rotated stock in accordance with first-in-first-out policy to minimize waste from expired product.

Worship Leader

First Assembly Of God, Dfw Texas
Council Bluffs, Iowa
09.2007 - 07.2016
  • Organizing and leading weekly rehearsals for worship team members.
  • Developing worship sets that are engaging and relevant to the congregation.
  • Leading congregational singing in both traditional and contemporary styles of worship.
  • Mentoring and coaching volunteers who serve as part of the worship ministry team.
  • Recruiting new musicians to join the praise band or choir as needed.
  • Planning special musical events such as Christmas pageants or Easter cantatas.
  • Teaching songs that will help people engage more deeply in worship experiences.
  • Servicing instruments prior to use in order to maintain quality sound production.
  • Conducting pre-service warm-ups with singers and instrumentalists before each service.
  • Maintaining an inventory of sheet music and other resources used in worship ministry.

Education

High School Diploma -

Abraham Lincoln High School
Council Bluffs, IA
04-2008

Skills

  • Workplace Safety
  • Cash Handling
  • Data Entry
  • Customer Service
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Adept in various computer uses

Timeline

Associate

Retail Rebel
08.2024 - Current

Associate

Walmart
09.2022 - 05.2024

Bakery Clerk

Hyvee Market Grill
09.2016 - 06.2022

Worship Leader

First Assembly Of God, Dfw Texas
09.2007 - 07.2016

High School Diploma -

Abraham Lincoln High School
Michael Strong