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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Natasha Jones

Fort Smith,AR

Summary

Professional retail management professional with proven track record in leading store operations and driving sales growth. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, ensuring reliability and adaptability to changing needs. Expertise in inventory management, customer service, and staff training, coupled with excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Enthusiastic about creating positive shopping experience and optimizing store performance.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Store Manager

Casey's
09.2024 - Current
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Managed inventory control and cash control.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
  • Reconciled smart safes and lottery counts.
  • Managed weekly schedules.
  • Customer service and promoting sales are high priority.

Store Manager

OakCrest Market
04.2016 - 09.2024
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
  • OakCrest was bought out by Casey's

Cashier

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06.2008 - 04.2016
  • 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.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • This company sold out to OakCrest Market and I was placed at a different location for a management position

Cashier/Manager

Schlotzsky's Deli
04.2004 - 06.2008
  • Managed daily cash deposits, ensuring accuracy and timely submission to the bank.
  • Quickly and accurately counted drawers at start and end of each shift.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by efficiently managing cashier transactions and addressing customer concerns.
  • Resolved customer complaints quickly to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Trained cashiers on organizational policies, cash handling and customer service to maintain highly skilled team.
  • Reduced cash discrepancies by consistently monitoring cash registers and conducting periodic audits.
  • Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
  • Monitored inventory to keep store stocked with necessary items and avoid running out of in-demand products.
  • Hired as cashier then promoted to management.

Education

High School Diploma -

Alma High School
Alma, AR
05.2004

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Customer Relations
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Store operations
  • Customer Service Management
  • Training and mentoring
  • Store Opening and Closing
  • Team Leadership
  • Outstanding communication skills
  • Friendly and Positive

Certification

  • ServSafe Certified
  • ADEQ Class A/B Certified

Timeline

Store Manager

Casey's
09.2024 - Current

Store Manager

OakCrest Market
04.2016 - 09.2024

Cashier

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06.2008 - 04.2016

Cashier/Manager

Schlotzsky's Deli
04.2004 - 06.2008

High School Diploma -

Alma High School
Natasha Jones