Preston Longaker
Gilroy,CA
Summary
Highly motivated Sales Associate with extensive customer service and sales experience. Outgoing sales professional with track record of driving increased revenue, improving buying experience and elevating company profile with targeted markets. Consistently recognized for sales performance and excellence in customer service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Moon Valley Nurseries California
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Helped customers design, plan and select species of trees and shrubs based upon their needs and personal tastes giving specific attention to environmental considerations, soil conditions, and weather patterns.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, species, and care and maintenance.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
Construction Apprentice
Titus Caulking And Waterproofing
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Utilized construction tools and machinery to effectively complete job site projects.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Recognized and reported potential project challenges and assisted with solutions.
- Determined materials needed for daily shift and loaded vehicles with equipment and supplies.
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
- Assisted in construction of commercial and residential buildings.
- Cleared work sites of hazardous items.
- Removed debris and waste from job sites.
- Followed safety protocols on job sites.
Cook's Assistant
Sandy's Cafe
01.2019 - 11.2021
- Worked with chef to prepare daily food specials and other supplies.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Followed recipes closely for consistent taste, quality and presentation.
- Distributed food during busy peak periods to drive customer satisfaction.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Removed expired food and beverages from storage and reviewed inventory for upcoming expirations dates.
- Monitored food quality and temperature for safe consumption.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Removed trash and cleaned kitchen garbage containers.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Gavilan College
Gilroy, CAHigh School Diploma -
Christopher High School
Gilroy, CA08.2017
Skills
- Payment Processing
- Upselling
- Product Sales
- Inventory Control
- Order Processing
- Customer Needs Assessment
- Client Account Management
- Sales Development
- Guest Relations
- Verbal/Written Communication
- Money Handling
- Sales and Marketing
- Sales Goals Attainment
- Merchandising Understanding
- Professional Demeanor
- Excellent People Skills
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Sales Associate
Moon Valley Nurseries California
03.2023 - 08.2023
Construction Apprentice
Titus Caulking And Waterproofing
04.2022 - 07.2022
Cook's Assistant
Sandy's Cafe
01.2019 - 11.2021
No Degree - General Studies
Gavilan College
High School Diploma -
Christopher High School
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