Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
References
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NOAH J. THACKER

Summary

Creative problem-solver and independent thinker with immaculate attention to detail. Synergistic teammate who thrives under pressure and takes the initiative. Highly motivated and self-directed individual with strong mental stamina.

Work History

Opening Baker | Nov 2022-May 2024

Safeway
  • Accurately inventoried all sales floor items on daily basis using Vision Pro program, caught and rectified errors in system
  • Utilized Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel regularly for communication, tracking department numbers, and notations
  • Prepped, proofed, baked, and packaged hundreds of dollars worth of product daily, optimizing quality while concurrently meeting deadlines
  • Managed bakery department when department heads were absent
  • Tracked department numbers using profit and loss statements, sales and purchase forms, and weekly sales planners
  • Handled multiple tasks simultaneously during peak business hours without sacrificing impeccable customer service
  • Cultivated a positive work environment by promoting open communication and showing willingness to receive constructive criticism
  • Assisted customers over the phone and on sales floor, addressed questions and notated orders using active listening skills
  • Trained new bakers on food and chemical safety expectations, proper baking techniques, customer service tips, firm orders placements, digital programs, and guidelines for pricing and display of product
  • Performed regular food and chemical safety checks in compliance with expected standards to secure a safe work environment for customers and team members

Floral Designer | May 2022-Jan 2023

Bitterroot Studio
  • Created intricate designs for large scale-events, ensured designs were transported and installed safely and precisely to maximize customer satisfaction
  • Successfully managed inventory, verified items were accurately accounted for and instilled plans for dated backstock to be upcycled and reused to reduce unnecessary increase in inventory
  • Placed firm orders using online programs for wedding clientele and explored aesthetically similar substitutions when requested product was unavailable
  • Quickly adapted to the ever-changing industry, learned new skills as needed to help serve the unique needs of various clients
  • Demonstrated amiable customer service and utilized effective problem solving skills with ease during challenging situations
  • Contributed innovative ideas to improve overall studio efficiency, customer satisfaction, and growth of business
  • Upheld cleanliness and organization of studio and job sites in adherence to safety standards in order to minimize any potential safety risks and inconvenience for staff, clientele, and guests

Floral Manager | Sept 2018-May 2022

Safeway
  • Oversaw and coordinated all aspects of the store's floral department and its retail space
  • Managed sales, gross profit, shrinkage, and projections for each quarter while working within a weekly budget of $1,500-$15,000 per week
  • Regularly utilized Microsoft Office programs to accurately log numbers into weekly sales ratios and targeted buying guides, communicate and collaborate with corporate staff, construct informative slide shows, and create notations
  • Consistently increased quarterly and yearly sales, while decreasing shrinkage, ending 2021 with an increase of 34% in sales from 2020's sales
  • Precisely counted department's inventory every period, swiftly inputted quantities without sacrificing accuracy
  • Independently managed department throughout the year; bringing on board, training and managing seasonal employees and their schedules as needed
  • Ensured client needs were met in-house by welcoming existing and new customers, fulfilled orders and answered support questions
  • Diligently maintained and organized financial records ensuring confidentiality of company and customer information
  • Presented and reported department activities and financials in store and corporate meetings
  • Maintained 40-50 arrangements at all times and multiple 100s during special holidays, while creating a variety of products in an effort to promote inclusivity for customer base and their price points
  • Created quality seasonal arrangements using design and display strategies to drive sales while championing personal artistic integrity
  • Designed and maintained multiple display tables and cases with a variety that adhere to company schematics and others to personal independent designs
  • Processed and cared for flowers and plants upon arrival and relayed proper care techniques to clients
  • Observed patterns of plant growth and adjusted care as needed to optimize quality

Courtesy Clerk/Apprentice | Oct 2018-Sept 2019

Safeway
  • Ensured customers had a positive in-store experience by answering general and product specific questions, locating items on the floor and in the stockroom, providing price check knowledge, bagging groceries and helping with carry-outs in a timely and efficient manner
  • Maintained safety regulations by keeping the store and its entrances, parking lot and restrooms clean and sanitized, organized and well-stocked of groceries, carts and other pertinent items
  • Worked closely with the Bakery and Fresh Cut departments, assisting managers where needed
  • Apprenticed under the former Floral Manager during slower store hours learning basic duties and responsibilities of the department and assisted with closing shifts, before overseeing the department on her days off

House Artist and Contributor | March 2017-Current

Birdy Magazine
  • Produce and create artwork in different sizes and subjects in an array of mediums including ink, colored pencil, marker, watercolor, acrylic, photo and mixed media which are published in print and online over the course of multiple issues
  • Highlighted features: Front Cover of Issue 065 and Back Cover of Issue 39

Education

Connections Academy - Graduated May 2019
Englewood, CO

Skills

    Detail-oriented

    Self-sufficient

    Decision-making skills

    Problem-solving

    Communication skills

    Microsoft Office

References

Robin Stewart, Former Book Keeper | Safeway - Louisville, CO, (303) 946-5416, grammi1500@gmail.com

Ethan Cohen, Front End Manager | Safeway - Louisville, CO, (720) 343-9756, ethan.jaycohen@yahoo.com

Victoria Trujillo, Bakery Manager | Safeway - Louisville, CO, (720)-462-0626, vicrae1999@icloud.com

Keith Hayford, Book Keeper and Manager | Safeway - Louisville, CO, (303)-859-2864, keith.hayford@gmail.com

Timeline

Opening Baker | Nov 2022-May 2024

Safeway

Floral Designer | May 2022-Jan 2023

Bitterroot Studio

Floral Manager | Sept 2018-May 2022

Safeway

Courtesy Clerk/Apprentice | Oct 2018-Sept 2019

Safeway

House Artist and Contributor | March 2017-Current

Birdy Magazine

Connections Academy - Graduated May 2019
NOAH J. THACKER