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Overview
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Education
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Community Service
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Najha M Coston

Newark,New Jersey

Summary

Works well with others, dependable, quick learner, responsible, hard worker, and trust worthy in making sound decisions.

Professional hospitality worker with extensive experience in delivering high-quality service in busy dining settings. Known for strong focus on teamwork and achieving customer satisfaction. Versatile and reliable, adapting to changing needs and ensuring smooth operations through excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Experienced with managing front desk activities and maintaining welcoming atmosphere for clients. Utilizes strong organizational skills and attention to detail to streamline office operations. Knowledge of effective communication techniques and customer service principles to enhance visitor experiences.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

FMS Associates

Vangard Direct
03.2020 - Current

As a ( FMS ) Forms Management Specialist...

  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving complex issues and providing exceptional service at all times.
  • Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and ensuring optimal stock levels were maintained.
  • Insure all packages are packed and shipped in a timely manner.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Receptionist /Customer Service Representative

Vanguard Direct
03.2022 - Current
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Monitored Inventory for the warehouse.
  • Managed vendor accounts and processed supply orders.
  • Corresponded with vendors through email, telephone, or postal mail.
  • Streamlined administrative tasks, such as filing and data entry, to support office efficiency.

Server

Fellowship Senior Living
02.2017 - 03.2020
  • Prep Cafeteria for lunch and dinner; serve residents hot /cold foods and desserts. Make sure all areas are well stocked with utensils and supplies. Sanitize, mop and clean work stations high customer contact.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Developed strong rapport with regular customers through genuine hospitality efforts leading to repeat business.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.

Seasonal Packer/ VAS

Tiffany and Co warehouse
07.2018 - 01.2019
  • Packed merchandise into a tiffany’s box made sure labels and information matched slip before shipping it off, also tagged merchandise for retail stores around the world

Sales Associate

Banana republic
11.2011 - 09.2016
  • Greets & assists customers with shopping and purchases. Make sure store is kept clean with a professional appearance, heavy customer contact. Provide assistance with shipping, receiving filing invoices and making copies.

Education

Dance, Theater/Drama, Arts

Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Elizabeth, NJ
06.2012

Business/Culinary

Hudson County College
Hudson, NJ

Skills

  • Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook Great customer service in business office setting or Fashion
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Strong work ethic
  • Customer relations
  • Problem-solving
  • Reliability
  • Organizational skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Sorting and labeling
  • Material handling
  • Warehouse operations
  • Microsoft outlook
  • Follow-up skills
  • Administrative support

Community Service

Charity-walk-athons, Soup kitchens, Donate Clothes, Toys for Tots and School Supplies to Women and kid shelters. Volunteer at Children Daycare

Timeline

Receptionist /Customer Service Representative

Vanguard Direct
03.2022 - Current

FMS Associates

Vangard Direct
03.2020 - Current

Seasonal Packer/ VAS

Tiffany and Co warehouse
07.2018 - 01.2019

Server

Fellowship Senior Living
02.2017 - 03.2020

Sales Associate

Banana republic
11.2011 - 09.2016

Business/Culinary

Hudson County College

Dance, Theater/Drama, Arts

Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Najha M Coston