Nick Ayala
West Palm Beach,Florida
Summary
Skilled Production Worker offering 7 years of experience in warehouse and manufacturing environments. Focused on being productive and safety-minded at all times. Committed with strong production background. Focused on maintaining team safety and meeting challenging performance targets. Skilled in managing supplies and keeping line moving smoothly. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Talented Server bringing skills in order management, payment processing and upselling. Stay current on menu items and consistently offer targeted recommendations to meet individual customer needs. Knowledgeable about handling special dietary requirements and general food safety standards. Enthusiastic and reliable professional takes pride in providing excellent customer service and creating memorable dining experiences for restaurant customers. Skilled in anticipating customer needs, addressing complaints and resolving issues in timely manner. Maintains focus and positive attitude in stressful situations and high-volume environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Kava Tender /Shop Leader
Chill Room Vape And Kava Bar
02.2023 - 02.2023
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Drilled floors, hung plywood, and applied [Product] to achieve production requirements.
- Secured contracts for company growth through the development of compelling bid submissions.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
Store Manager
Glass Chamber Smoke Shop / Michelle Clapper
02.2016 - 01.2023
- Oversaw loss prevention efforts, minimizing shrinkage by implementing effective security measures and training staff on proper procedures.
- Implemented a loyalty program that boosted repeat business and increased overall sales revenue.
- Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
- Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Maintained open lines of communication with corporate headquarters, sharing pertinent information about store performance and requesting support when needed.
- Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong relationships between team members through team-building activities and consistent recognition of individual achievements.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies by regularly reviewing store procedures and taking corrective measures when necessary.
Scare Actor/set Designer/house Lead
Fright Nights At The South Florida Fair Grounds
10.2016 - 10.2021
- Assisted set designers in constructing realistic environments, elevating the overall visual impact of the attraction.
- Promoted safety for both actors and guests by adhering to all guidelines and protocols during performances.
- Maintained high energy levels throughout long shifts, ensuring consistency in scare intensity from start to finish.
- Learned scripts to understand characters' relationships and develop role interpretations.
- Teamed on clean up of set and location at end of performance to prepare for next performance.
- Improved acting skills through regular rehearsals and workshops, leading to more convincing and engaging performances.
- Contributed to marketing initiatives by participating in promotional photo shoots and videos showcasing the attraction''s highlights.
- Made necessary adjustments to acting, following guidance and requests from directors.
- Participated in regular evaluations with supervisors, implementing feedback for continuous growth as an actor within the company.
- Conducted warm-up exercises prior to performances to increase focus and energy.
- Participated in group meetings pre- and post-production to determine needed changes and discuss options for improvement.
- Gained valuable on-set experience by working with established directors.
Store Sales Associate
Lake Worth T-shirt Company / Barry
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Trained and supervised new employees to use selling strategies and apply best practices.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Assisted customers in finding the perfect product for their needs, resulting in higher satisfaction rates.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve monthly sales goals and improve overall store performance.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment to enhance customer experience.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
- Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
- Strengthened brand loyalty among customers by offering personalized shopping experiences based on their preferences.
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
Education
High School Diploma -
Forest Hill Community High School
West Palm Beach, FL09.2008
Skills
- Estimating
- Worksite safety
- Following Instructions
- Equipment Repair
- Positive Attitude
- Heavy Lifting
- Quality Inspection
- Materials Assembly
- Machine Operation
- Good Judgment
- Performance Management
- Interpersonal Relations
- Budget Management
- Human Resources
- Client Account Management
- Cost Reduction
- Advertising and marketing
- Team Development
- Revenue Generation
- Price Structuring
- Schedule Management
- Service prioritization
- Warm and Friendly
- Upselling
- Table Bussing
- Bill computation
- Table setting knowledge
- Relationship Management
- Menu presentation
- Suggestive Selling
- Foreign language proficiency
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Promoted to manager in only a years time.
- Uncovered and eliminated security issues, reducing shrinkage.
- Exceeded monthly store sales goals 21 months in a row.
- Recruited 7+ successful new managers within one year.
- Improved team productivity with morale-boosting incentives.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Kava Tender /Shop Leader
Chill Room Vape And Kava Bar
02.2023 - 02.2023
Scare Actor/set Designer/house Lead
Fright Nights At The South Florida Fair Grounds
10.2016 - 10.2021
Store Manager
Glass Chamber Smoke Shop / Michelle Clapper
02.2016 - 01.2023
Store Sales Associate
Lake Worth T-shirt Company / Barry
08.2014 - 06.2015
High School Diploma -
Forest Hill Community High School
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