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Rachel Blankenship

Appleton,WI

Summary

Dynamic professional with a strong history of enhancing customer service and product quality at Meijer. Recognized for expertise in spoilage prevention and produce handling, leading to improved customer satisfaction. Proficient in team building and problem-solving, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment. Career goals include further leveraging product knowledge to drive operational excellence.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Produce Team Member

Meijer
Appleton, WI
12.2024 - Current
  • Kept track of inventory levels to ensure accuracy of stock availability.
  • Checked prices and located products for customers.
  • Performed quality checks on produce, removing damaged or spoiled items promptly.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of product selection by providing suggestions to customers.
  • Educated customers on produce storage and preparation techniques to enhance their shopping experience.
  • Assisted customers in selecting the best produce items based on their needs.
  • Reported any issues with equipment or products to management immediately.
  • Followed company guidelines for cleaning and sanitizing work surfaces and equipment.
  • Handled returns and exchanges according to company policies.
  • Adhered to health and safety regulations, maintaining a safe shopping environment.
  • Loaded, unloaded and moved heavy products using material loading equipment.
  • Provided accurate pricing information to customers.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding product features, pricing, and availability.
  • Removed expired and overripe items to provide freshest options and eliminate health risks.
  • Communicated effectively with other team members regarding customer inquiries and concerns.
  • Recommended, selected and located merchandise based on customer desires.
  • Stocked, rotated and faced products with attention to product quality and expiration dates.
  • Participated in inventory counts, verifying stock levels and identifying discrepancies.
  • Identified and quickly handled spill clean-up.
  • Monitored temperature controls for produce storage areas to maintain optimal freshness.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.

Guest Service Associate

Kwik Trip
Appleton, WI
01.2024 - 12.2024
  • Discounted purchases by scanning and redeeming coupons.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
  • Offered customers carry-out service at completion of transaction.
  • Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
  • Scanned merchandise using point-of-sale system for accurate purchase totals.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
  • Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
  • Performed other duties as assigned by management.
  • Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.
  • Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
  • Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
  • Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
  • Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
  • Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
  • Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
  • Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
  • Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
  • Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.

Preschool Lead Teacher

Lake Edge Learning Center
Neenah , WI
07.2022 - 01.2024
  • Conducted small group activities encouraging cooperation among peers while developing problem solving skills.
  • Administered and documented results of student assessments.
  • Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
  • Supervised playground activities during outdoor playtime sessions including monitoring equipment use for safety purposes.
  • Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
  • Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
  • Distributed quarterly progress assessments and milestone reports to each parent.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities related to early childhood education practices.
  • Incorporated music, art and theater into lesson planning.
  • Used crowd management techniques to create safe and secure childcare environment.
  • Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
  • Observed children to record development.
  • Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of early childhood education best practices.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Assisted with daily meal times by helping prepare meals, serving food, cleaning up after meals and teaching proper table manners.
  • Handled emergency situations according to established safety procedures while ensuring the safety of all students at all times.
  • Prepared lesson plans based on curriculum objectives set forth by school administrators.
  • Utilized computer software programs to maintain accurate student records related to attendance, grades and behavioral issues.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
  • Participated in parent and teacher conferences as necessary to discuss student progress.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Business Management

Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI
08-2024

Skills

  • Food safety compliance
  • Product knowledge expertise
  • Product presentation
  • Salesmanship
  • Stock rotation
  • Spoilage prevention
  • Produce handling
  • Written and oral communication
  • Training and mentoring
  • Performance improvement
  • Hand-eye coordination
  • Retail merchandising
  • Merchandise organization
  • Strong work ethic
  • Punctuality
  • Point of sale operation
  • Quality control
  • Customer service
  • Mathematics instruction
  • Lesson development
  • Child development
  • Safety awareness
  • Staff development
  • Activity planning
  • Classroom management
  • Instructional improvement
  • Department leadership
  • Team building
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Problem-solving capacity
  • Customer service and assistance
  • Conflict resolution
  • Cash handling proficiency
  • Safe food handling
  • Strong communication skills
  • Efficient multitasking

Certification

  • Technical diploma in business operations

Affiliations

  • Scrapbooking
  • Camping/Hiking
  • Snowboarding
  • FPV Team manager
  • Social media manager

Timeline

Produce Team Member

Meijer
12.2024 - Current

Guest Service Associate

Kwik Trip
01.2024 - 12.2024

Preschool Lead Teacher

Lake Edge Learning Center
07.2022 - 01.2024

Associate of Applied Science - Business Management

Fox Valley Technical College

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