Allison Roberts Professional Summary - Reliable, competent, detail-oriented, and organized professional, focusing my skills and professional experience towards new employment opportunities. Always interested in learning more. Dedicated Customer Service professional with knowledge of service delivery and proven multitasking abilities. Committed to maintaining professional relationships to increase profitability and drive business results. Astute Call Center professional offering polished communication skills. Brings excellent organizational skills and talent for overcoming customer objections. Self-motivated and true team player.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Customer Service Representative
ACE
Prairie Du Chien , WI
02.2022 - Current
Processed customer adjustments to maintain financial accounts.
Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
Recommended products to customers, thoroughly explaining details.
Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
Clarified customer issues and determined root cause of problems to resolve product or service complaints.
Responded to customer requests for products, services and company information.
Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
Calculated correct order totals, updated accounts and maintained detailed records for inventory management.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
Communicated professionally with colleagues, freelancers and clients.
Collaborated with staff members to enhance customer service experience and exceed team goals through effective client satisfaction rates.
Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
Enhanced productivity levels by anticipating needs and delivering outstanding support.
Effective liaison between customers and internal departments.
Provided excellent customer care by responding to requests, assisting with product selection and handling ordering functions.
Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
Promoted available products and services to customers during service, account management and order calls.
Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations and maintained adequate cash supply.
Welcomed, greeted and assisted guests in high-traffic store, generating > $2K dollars in business per hour.
Tier 3 Customer Service & Peer Assist Line Support
Duluth Trading Co.
Mt Horeb, WI
06.2020 - 11.2021
Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
Recorded account information to open new customer accounts.
Used company troubleshooting resolution tree to evaluate technical problems and find appropriate solutions.
Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
Responded to customer requests for products, services and company information.
Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
Clarified customer issues and determined root cause of problems to resolve product or service complaints.
Updated account information to maintain customer records.
Recommended products to customers, thoroughly explaining details.
Processed customer adjustments to maintain financial accounts.
Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy and resolving problems swiftly.
Resolved any order issues over phone, email, and chat with 60-100 customers daily.
Educated customers about billing, payment processing and support policies and procedures.
Cross-trained and provided backup support for organizational leadership.
Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
Communicated professionally with colleagues, freelancers and clients.
Cross-trained and backed up other customer service managers.
Trained new personnel regarding company operations, policies and services.
Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
Met customer call guidelines for service levels, handle time and productivity.
Director of Staffing Sales / State of Hawaii Team Trainer
Gourmet Events, Hawaii
10.2015 - 08.2017
Build client list and acquire ongoing staffing contracts
Travel to multiple islands monthly
Generate quarterly and annual budgets, personal budget of $3.2 mi
Attend operations meetings to discuss expectations of clients per event
Follow schematics for event set up and execute accordingly
Supervise staff to ensure all responsibilities are executed to company expectations
Train new staff on companies highest service standards
- Acquire vendors for event and provide documentation to administrative personnel
- Provide feedback per event to assist in future training possibilities for all staff
Participate in ongoing Leadership Training.
Operator/Manager/Chef
Old Man River Restaurant & Brewery
McGregor, Iowa
02.2013 - 09.2015
Supervised and prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines
Led shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications
Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals and kitchen sanitation
Reduced food costs by using seasonal local fresh ingredients from local farmers, setting standards for portion size, management of inventory and minimizing waste
Successfully reduced the restaurant's annual labor costs through the proper budgeting, scheduling and management of staff
Managed kitchen and serving staff by recruiting, selecting, hiring, orientating, training, assigning, scheduling, supervising, evaluating and delegating when necessary
Maintained a skilled kitchen and serving staff by properly coaching, counseling, and redirecting employees
Recognized and formally acknowledged outstanding staff performance to boost company morale and productivity
Conducted annual performance review
Oversaw, maintained and liaised with vendors for inventory and supplies
Organized special events in the restaurant, including receptions, promotions and corporate luncheons and dinners
Also, offered off-site catering
Prepared and executed new menu implementations.
Property Caretaker
Organic Farm & Property
Eastman, WI
11.2008 - 01.2015
Prepared property for seasonal changes
Planted majority of current 80+ fruit and landscaping trees and bushes
Maintained landscaping and orchard for needs and seasonal changes
Cared for property animals with feeding, veterinary needs, and various other needs as
they arose
Provided minor maintenance as needed
Coordinated repair and service people as needed
Ensured safety of the property at all times for residents, owners, and guests.
Owner/Operator/Chef
Eastman Stop and Shop
Eastman, WI
08.2011 - 04.2014
Supervised and prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines
Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals and kitchen sanitation
Oversaw, maintained and liaised with vendors for inventory and supplies
Prepared operational reports and analyses and made appropriate recommendations about progress and negative trends
Organized special events in the restaurant, including receptions, promotions and corporate luncheons
Prepared for and executed new menu implementations
Maintained shelves and product cases for expired stock and discarded outdated or spoiled items
Managed inventory
Verified all deliveries against invoices and completed shortage and overage reports.
Owner/Operator/Chef
EduCaterers
Eastman, WI
02.2009 - 12.2012
Prepared food items consistently in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines
Maintained cost control, sanitation, menu development for private dining and catering
Personally preparing food items and executed requests based on client specifications
Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals and kitchen sanitation
Planned and executed organic gardening practices and utilized herbs, vegetables, and fruits in each catering opportunity
Prepared operational reports and analyses and made appropriate recommendations about progress and negative trends
Organized special events including receptions, promotions and corporate luncheons
Provided unique menu options for each individual client
Prepared all desserts from scratch for each and every client
Accepted invitations to prepare and execute presentations on various harvested garden items seasonally
Prepared and maintained inventory records.
Education
High School Diploma -
Badger High School
Lake Geneva, WI
06.1991
Skills
Successful Project planning and Execution
Effective leader
Staff training/development
Creative Writing for Business
Consistently meet goals
Efficient multi-tasker
Excellent client building and peer working relationships
Strong work ethic
Highly organized
Microsoft Office proficient
Articulate and well-spoken
Creative Writing in General
Flexible and Adaptable
Order Fulfillment
Inbound and Outbound Calling
Key holder experience
Successful Project planning and Execution
Successful Project planning and Execution
Successful Project planning and Execution
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Customer Service Representative
ACE
02.2022 - Current
Tier 3 Customer Service & Peer Assist Line Support
Duluth Trading Co.
06.2020 - 11.2021
Director of Staffing Sales / State of Hawaii Team Trainer