Patricia Kohoutek
Restaurants And Grocery Store Industry
Reno,NV
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Grocery Online Picker
Walmart
Reno, NV
02.2018 - 11.2023
- Checked inventory and selected products from specific locations based upon availability.
- Moved boxes and organized aisles to open up floor space and enable forklift operators to move freely through warehouse.
- Reduced fulfillment errors by using RF scanners to quickly pick items to proper bins.
- Collaborated with team members to complete timely orders and avoid delays.
- Verified product quantity and quality to determine accuracy of orders and reduce errors.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Performed proper lifting and handling techniques to maintain safe working environment.
- Maintained tidy and organized warehouse environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Received returns of damaged and incorrect orders to process replacements.
- Monitored inventory levels to purchase adequate supply and consistent stock of products.
- Safeguarded products in storage to protect from spills and damages
- Disposed of damaged or defective items or coordinated returns to vendors for covered items.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
- Marked stock with identification tags and labels to outline information such as storage locations.
- Stocked shelves to match planogram images and instructions.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
- Monitored tasks and staff assignments to deliver projects under-budget and on-time.
- Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
- Reviewed printed tickets or digital orders to get item numbers and merchandise locations.
- Delivered store policy information to patrons at checkout, reducing customer service complaints and calls.
- Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Reviewed order slips, picked products and staged merchandize to be shipped.
- Promoted warehouse safety by reporting or resolving safety hazards and observing OSHA guidelines.
- Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.
- Moved cardboard, plastic ties and other debris from unboxing to trash.
- Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
- Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
- Monitored packaging supply inventory and proactively requisitioned materials to avoid shortages.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
- Interacted with guests in friendly and knowledgeable way.
- Labeled products, rotated stock and fronted merchandise for appealing display.
- Worked with customers to pack items according to specific desires and requirements.
- Greeted store customers and discussed needs.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
- Reported and analyzed inventory data to help management strategically improve pricing and marketing strategies.
- Completed inventory accounts to keep records current and promote accurate ordering.
Inspection and Shipping Clerk
Better World Books
Stead , Nevada
07.2015 - 01.2018
- Analyzed data to prepare reports and identify process improvements.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than Number packages per day.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Factored shipping procedures, rates and routes in making determinations on best shipping methods for materials.
- Corresponded with carrier representatives to make arrangements and provide instructions for shipment and delivery of orders.
Owner and Management
Mi Taco
Reno , NV
10.1990 - 05.2006
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.
- Established, optimized and enforced business policies to maintain consistency across industry operations.
- Used knowledge of market trends to create value-added solutions resulting in significant increase in revenues.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
- Trained and developed team members to build human capital.
- Managed large budgets, collaborating with other departments to eliminate redundancies.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-driven company culture to lead industry innovations.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Discovered areas of improvement by generating quarterly operational and sales reports.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Conducted audit inspections and independent checks to verify parts and materials.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
- Assessed damaged materials and notified maintenance personnel of needed repairs.
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Worked with marketing teams to create print and online advertisements to bring in new customers.
- Adhered to regulatory and policy changes and made necessary adjustments to maintain overall success.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
Education
Culinary Arts
San Antonio College
Mt. San Antonio College 09.2000 - 05.2002
Timeline
Grocery Online Picker
Walmart
02.2018 - 11.2023
Inspection and Shipping Clerk
Better World Books
07.2015 - 01.2018
Culinary Arts
San Antonio College
09.2000 - 05.2002
Owner and Management
Mi Taco
10.1990 - 05.2006