Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
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Timeline
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Santiago Hernandez

Chula Vista,CA

Summary

Motivated Service Worker with exceptional social skills, communication abilities and customer service background. Dedicated to following health and safety guidelines and handling items properly. Pursues every opportunity to support team members and proactively address issues.

Work History

Sales Associate

Banana Republic Factory Store
San Ysidro, California
10.2023 - 01.2024
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
  • Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting the benefits of our product offerings.
  • Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.
  • Enhanced team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing support to colleagues as needed.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.

Barista

Cafe Balam
Tijuana, Baja California
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
  • Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
  • Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
  • Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
  • Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
  • Completed successful daily cash audits to correctly balance drawers at end of shifts.
  • Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
  • Prepared specialty drinks such as cappuccinos, lattes and mochas.
  • Learned every menu item's preparation and numerous off-label drinks to meet customer needs.
  • Restocked display cases with attractive arrangements to promote specialty food items like bagels and muffins.
  • Prevented infections and maintained store professionalism by cleaning and sanitizing work areas daily.
  • Learned special recipe items and seasonal offerings to best meet customer needs.
  • Followed exact recipes for mixing and preparing beverage and food items.
  • Explained beverage preparation and offered samples to help customers choose ideal items.
  • Packaged bagels, muffins and other food items for customer purchase.
  • Repaired minor issues and maintained espresso equipment and coffee machines for smooth functioning.

Education

High School Diploma -

Instituto Mexico De Baja California
Tijuana, BC, Mexico
08.2021 - 06.2023

Skills

  • Cash Register Operation
  • Daily Cash Management
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Available Weekends
  • Spanish Fluency
  • Ability to Adapt
  • Verbal Communication
  • Customer Service

Languages

Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

Sales Associate

Banana Republic Factory Store
10.2023 - 01.2024

Barista

Cafe Balam
06.2022 - 08.2022

High School Diploma -

Instituto Mexico De Baja California
08.2021 - 06.2023
Santiago Hernandez