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Olena Balta

Milton

Summary

Hardworking and reliable employee with extensive background operating cash registers, stocking merchandise and providing excellent customer service. Highly organized, proactive, and punctual. Works well within team settings.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Cashier

Alvin’s island
Orange Beach
02.2018 - 08.2018

It was multitask job. I have to do whenever I could at that exact moment. If we had a customers, I have to be by the register, other time organize cashier zone area and/or other stuff. Have to be nice, polite and very positive, cause I represent a company and a state, cause main customers were tourists from different states.

  • Processed customer transactions efficiently and accurately at a retail beachwear store.
  • Maintained a clean and organized checkout area to ensure a pleasant shopping experience.
  • Handled cash, credit, and gift card transactions with attention to detail and security protocols.
  • Collaborated with team members to restock merchandise and manage inventory levels effectively.
  • Resolved customer complaints calmly while providing solutions to enhance satisfaction.
  • Operated point-of-sale systems to facilitate smooth transaction processing for customers.
  • Adhered to company policies regarding safety, cash handling, and customer service standards.
  • Collected payments and provided accurate change.
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Performed other duties as assigned by management.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
  • Answered customer questions and provided store information.
  • Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
  • Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
  • Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.

Server

Hangout
Gulf Shores
02.2015 - 06.2016
  • Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
  • Facilitated smooth table turnover by efficiently managing guest seating.
  • Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery and accuracy.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the dining area throughout shifts.
  • Handled cash transactions and processed payments accurately and swiftly.
  • Engaged with guests to enhance their dining experience through attentive service.
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
  • Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
  • Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
  • Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
  • Greeted guests and provided menus.
  • Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
  • Prepared checks, itemizing total meal costs and taxes.

Server

Ribs and reds
Gulf Shores
01.2015 - 03.2015
  • Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the dining area throughout shifts.
  • Assisted in training new servers on menu items and service standards.
  • Engaged with guests to enhance their dining experience through attentive service.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Communicated with hosts, bussers, and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
  • Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
  • Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
  • Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers, and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Greeted guests and provided menus.
  • Addressed complaints to kitchen staff and served replacement items.
  • Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
  • Implemented feedback from customers to improve service quality and menu offerings.

Manager

Ice Cream Shop
Gulf Shores
05.2014 - 02.2015
  • Led team meetings to align project goals and streamline operations.
  • Developed training materials to enhance employee skills and knowledge.
  • Managed inventory levels and ensured timely procurement of supplies.
  • Coordinated cross-departmental projects to improve workflow efficiency.
  • Monitored compliance with company policies and safety regulations.
  • Implemented process improvements to enhance service delivery standards.
  • Fostered a positive work environment through effective communication strategies.
  • Analyzed performance data to identify trends and recommend changes.
  • Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
  • Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
  • Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.

Sales Manager

Ice cream and smoothie world
Pensacola
03.2012 - 05.2014
  • Led sales team in developing effective sales strategies and tactics.
  • Trained and mentored new sales staff to enhance performance.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify potential business opportunities.
  • Established relationships with key clients, while maintaining existing customer base.
  • Performed sales consultations and educated clients on products and services.
  • Provided technical support for customers when needed, answering questions about product features and capabilities.
  • Met with sales and design departments to determine project road maps and create unique products to drive profitability and champion brand.
  • Coordinated Daily Field Reports (DFRs) and distributed to clients.

Cashies

Marco Destin
Pensacola Beach
02.2012 - 05.2014
  • Processed customer transactions efficiently at a popular retail destination.
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
  • Assisted in inventory management by restocking shelves and organizing merchandise.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
  • Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
  • Processed sales transactions to prevent long customer wait times.
  • Helped with purchases and signed customers up for rewards program.
  • Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.

Private Child Caregiver

Breen&D’Amore family
Pelham
02.2010 - 01.2012
  • Provided personal care and supervision for children in a family setting.
  • Developed engaging educational activities to promote children's learning and development.
  • Managed daily schedules, including meals, naps, and playtime for children.
  • Assisted with homework and academic projects to support educational growth.
  • Communicated regularly with parents about children's progress and daily activities.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for children to play and learn.
  • Implemented age-appropriate discipline techniques to encourage positive behavior.
  • Coordinated playdates and social activities to enhance children's social skills.
  • Changed diapers regularly and performed basic hygiene duties such as feeding, bathing and dressing the children.
  • Developed positive relationships with the children to build trust and confidence.
  • Taught basic life skills such as table manners, personal hygiene habits and social interaction skills.
  • Read books aloud to children to help develop language skills and foster a love of reading.
  • Organized daily activities, including meals, playtime, educational activities and rest periods.
  • Provided discipline when necessary while maintaining a positive atmosphere.
  • Created structured schedules that balanced learning, recreational activities, individual time and family time.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry, tidying up after meals or organizing toys.
  • Researched new ideas for engaging activities suitable for different age groups of children.
  • Ensured safety at all times by monitoring the environment for potential hazards or risks.
  • Planned age-appropriate activities such as arts and crafts projects, outdoor play or field trips.
  • Assisted with homework assignments and monitored progress of school work.
  • Encouraged healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals according to dietary guidelines.
  • Transported children between daycare centers or school campuses as needed.
  • Provided safe and nurturing care for children in a private home setting.
  • Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.

Travel Consultant

Paradisso terrestre
Kyiv
06.2009 - 02.2010
  • Designed customized travel itineraries for diverse client needs.
  • Provided expert advice on destinations, accommodations, and travel logistics.
  • Managed client communications and responded to inquiries promptly.
  • Coordinated bookings for flights, hotels, and activities seamlessly.
  • Researched travel trends and updated clients on new offerings.
  • Built relationships with vendors to secure favorable terms and services.
  • Assisted clients with travel documentation and visa requirements efficiently.
  • Trained new staff on company policies and customer service standards.
  • Created itineraries for customers, including flight bookings, car rentals and hotel reservations.
  • Assisted customers in making changes to existing itineraries or canceling trips.
  • Provided customers with detailed information about travel destinations and packages.
  • Responded promptly to clients regarding visa, passport, and security inquiries.
  • Reserved hotel rooms for business travelers based on individual preferences, schedules, and budgets.
  • Used successful consultative strategies to close new package sales.
  • Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, seasonal promotions and available products.
  • Processed payments from customers using a variety of methods such as credit cards, cash or checks.
  • Tracked customer satisfaction ratings through surveys and feedback forms.
  • Analyzed airline rules, regulations and tariffs and discussed international fare construction and visa and passport requirements with clients.
  • Explained benefits of purchasing travel insurance with clients.
  • Maintained updated knowledge of airline regulatory requirements and industry standards for client support.
  • Updated corporate traveler profiles with current information for optimal recordkeeping.
  • Implemented marketing strategies to attract new clients and retain existing ones.

Hotel travel assistance

Poseidon
Marmarth
06.2008 - 10.2008
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.

Housekeeper

Bay beach inn
Gulf Breeze
06.2007 - 09.2007
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in guest rooms and common areas.
  • Disinfected high-touch surfaces to ensure a safe environment for guests.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete daily cleaning schedules efficiently.
  • Utilized cleaning equipment and supplies to uphold hotel hygiene standards.
  • Reported maintenance issues promptly to ensure timely repairs and guest comfort.
  • Assisted with inventory management of cleaning supplies and equipment usage.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing guest requests politely and promptly.
  • Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
  • Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
  • Changed bed linens and towels, tidied up rooms.
  • Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
  • Used cleaning chemicals following proper guidelines.
  • Emptied trash receptacles throughout the property.
  • Moved beds, sofas and small furniture to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
  • Interacted pleasantly with clients and guests when performing daily duties.
  • Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping and scrubbing.
  • Maintained and organized cleaning supplies stock.
  • Stocked amenities such as soap, shampoo and toilet paper in guest rooms.
  • Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
  • Disinfected telephones, light switches and other frequently touched objects.
  • Responded to requests from guests regarding housekeeping needs.
  • Reported any maintenance issues or damage to supervisors immediately.
  • Used appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling hazardous waste or chemicals.
  • Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.
  • Removed finger marks and smudges from doors, frames and glass partitions to enhance shine.
  • Emptied wastebaskets and disposed of soiled linens in guest rooms to reduce spread of germs and enhance freshness.
  • Ensured that all health standards were met during cleaning operations.
  • Observed proper use of chemicals when cleaning various surfaces.
  • Inspected guest rooms after cleaning to ensure they were presentable.
  • Returned rooms to occupant-ready status to satisfy future guests.
  • Maintained a clean linen closet by folding sheets neatly on shelves.
  • Dusted ceiling air conditioning diffusers and ventilation systems to improve airflow.
  • Laundered sheets and removed stains to restore linens to pristine condition.

Promoting assistant

Proctor&Gamble
Kyiv
03.2007 - 05.2007
  • Coordinated communication between teams to enhance project collaboration.
  • Managed scheduling for meetings and events across departments.
  • Assisted in preparing reports and presentations for management review.

Education

I Have Certification - Online Marketing

Bookkeeping Classes
07.2024 - 09.2024

I Have Certificate - La Rusa LLS

Tax Preparation
06.2024 - 09.2024

ESL -

Manhattanville Collage
Purchase, NY
05.2010 - 10.2011

MBA - International Tourism

Taras Shevchenko Kyiv National University
Kyiv, Ukraine
09.2004 - 06.2009

Skills

  • Cash handling
  • Point-of-sale operation
  • Customer service
  • Transaction processing
  • Inventory management

Languages

English
Professional
Russian
Native/ Bilingual
Ukrainian
Native/ Bilingual

Affiliations

  • Love cooking
  • Gardening
  • Have 2 kids
  • Have 2 cats

Timeline

I Have Certification - Online Marketing

Bookkeeping Classes
07.2024 - 09.2024

I Have Certificate - La Rusa LLS

Tax Preparation
06.2024 - 09.2024

Cashier

Alvin’s island
02.2018 - 08.2018

Server

Hangout
02.2015 - 06.2016

Server

Ribs and reds
01.2015 - 03.2015

Manager

Ice Cream Shop
05.2014 - 02.2015

Sales Manager

Ice cream and smoothie world
03.2012 - 05.2014

Cashies

Marco Destin
02.2012 - 05.2014

ESL -

Manhattanville Collage
05.2010 - 10.2011

Private Child Caregiver

Breen&D’Amore family
02.2010 - 01.2012

Travel Consultant

Paradisso terrestre
06.2009 - 02.2010

Hotel travel assistance

Poseidon
06.2008 - 10.2008

Housekeeper

Bay beach inn
06.2007 - 09.2007

Promoting assistant

Proctor&Gamble
03.2007 - 05.2007

MBA - International Tourism

Taras Shevchenko Kyiv National University
09.2004 - 06.2009
Olena Balta