Noelia Molina Sarceno
IKEA
Brentwood,MD
1
Language
1
Certification
8
years of professional experience
Dedicated and adaptable retail associate skilled in customer assistance and problem-solving. Known for delivering exceptional bilingual service and ensuring efficient team collaboration to meet business goals.
Work History
Retail Sales Associate
2 Years 2 Months- Assisted customers in product selection and provided personalized service to enhance shopping experience.
- Maintained knowledge of inventory and store layout to efficiently address customer inquiries.
- Executed visual merchandising standards to promote seasonal promotions and product displays.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure optimal stock levels on sales floor and backroom areas.
Intern
3 Months- Conducted research to support academic programs, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and standards.
- Gained valuable experience working within a laboratory setting, applying core laboratory techniques directly into research on UV exposure to Saccharomyces cerevisiae.
- Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing data analysis findings, informing key decision-makers of important trends and patterns.
Food Service Worker
1 Year 9 Months- Prepared and served food items in alignment with IKEA's quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient service during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas and kitchen spaces.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking stock levels, and ensuring product availability.
Hostess/Server
1 Year 1 Month- Delivered exceptional bilingual guest service by efficiently managing seating and waitlists.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery and adherence to quality standards.
- Trained new team members on menu knowledge and customer engagement techniques.
- Implemented improvements in table turnover processes, enhancing overall dining efficiency.
Student Intern
8 Months- Developed time-management skills through balancing multiple assignments while consistently meeting deadlines during the internship period.
- Demonstrated adaptability by learning new software programs and tools quickly, enhancing overall efficiency within the intern role.
- Built professional relationships with colleagues at all levels within the organization, strengthening interpersonal communication skills during the internship experience.
- Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
Student Intern
1 Year 6 Months- Provided administrative support during project meetings, preparing agendas and documenting action items for follow-up.
- Expanded professional network by actively engaging with colleagues and mentors within the organization, fostering valuable connections for future career opportunities.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
- Dean's List Fall, 2022
- Shannon Scholar Scholarship Recipient
High School Diploma
- 4.2 GPA
- Elected Captain of Varsity Volleyball
Skills
Customer service
Collaboration
Attention to detail
Visual merchandising
Fluent in Spanish
Inventory management
Team collaboration
Problem-solving
Goal-oriented
Certification
CPR Certification by American Heart Association
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Intern
Trinity Washington University
05.2025 - 08.2025Read More
Retail Sales Associate
IKEA
08.2024 - CurrentRead More
Food Service Worker
IKEA
11.2022 - 08.2024Read More
Student Intern
Donohoe Companies Inc
09.2021 - 05.2022Read More
Hostess/Server
Olive Garden
07.2021 - 08.2022Read More
Student Intern
Pepco
09.2018 - 03.2020Read More
Trinity Washington University
Bachelor of Science from Biology
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Don Bosco Corporate Work Study Program
High School Diploma
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