Payton Simmons
Sedalia,MO
Summary
Dedicated sales associate with a strong focus on enhancing customer experiences. Proven ability to build relationships, manage transactions accurately, and resolve issues promptly.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
RiOak Design
10.2024 - Current
- Assisted customers in product selection, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Maintained knowledge of product features and benefits to provide informed recommendations.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems, ensuring smooth checkout experience.
- Monitored inventory levels, assisting in stock replenishment to optimize product availability.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
Food Service Worker
Craig's Concessions
06.2021 - Current
- Prepared and served food items according to safety and hygiene standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment and maintained cleanliness in food preparation areas.
- Assisted in inventory management by restocking supplies and monitoring expiration dates.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow during peak service hours.
- Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency in food service operations.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
Childcare Assistant
Tiny Steps Daycare
01.2021 - 08.2023
- Supervised daily activities to ensure a safe and engaging environment for children.
- Collaborated with parents to communicate child progress and address concerns.
- Monitored children's behavior, promoting positive interactions and conflict resolution.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of play areas and learning materials.
- Observed individual child development, providing feedback to enhance learning strategies.
- Supported staff in managing group dynamics during structured and free playtime.
- Implemented safety protocols, ensuring compliance with health standards and regulations.
- Supervised outdoor playtime, ensuring safety while encouraging physical activity and exploration.
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding to meet children's dietary needs.
- Managed daily routines including meal preparation, naptime, and activity setup for efficient operations.
- Built strong relationships with parents by providing regular progress updates and addressing concerns promptly.
- Read and told stories to promote and support overall language development.
- Established positive relationships with parent to collaboratively promote child's wellbeing.
- Maintained daily records of children's individual activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
- Maintained child-friendly environment by allowing frequent access to outdoor activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Smithton High School
Smithton, MO05.2023
Skills
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving skills
- Multi-tasking strength
- Problem-solving
- Listening skills
- Reliable and punctual
- Relationship building
- Money handling
- Stocking and receiving
- Professional demeanor
Timeline
Sales Associate
RiOak Design
10.2024 - Current
Food Service Worker
Craig's Concessions
06.2021 - Current
Childcare Assistant
Tiny Steps Daycare
01.2021 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Smithton High School