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Sara Clayton

Port Charlotte

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a proven track record at Bath & Body Works, adept in customer service and sales strategies. Excelled in building customer loyalty and enhancing satisfaction through exceptional service and effective communication. Skilled in multitasking and teamwork, significantly contributing to team goals and store performance.

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Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Bath & Body Works
08.2024 - Current
  • Organized tables and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • 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.
  • Assisted with backstock and shipments, organizing proper product when it was received to the store
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Coordinated sales promotions and events to drive store traffic and increase sales volume.
  • Participated in visual merchandising, creating attractive displays that stimulated customer interest and sales.

Teaching Assistant

Kumon Learning Center
04.2022 - 02.2023
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
  • Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
  • Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to increased understanding and improved grades.
  • Served as a mentor to new teaching assistants, providing guidance on effective strategies for classroom management and instruction.
  • Offered constructive feedback on student assignments, helping them refine their writing skills and comprehension.
  • Assisted students in developing effective study habits, promoting academic success and self-sufficiency.
  • Prepared educational materials to reinforce lesson content, aiding in better comprehension.
  • Coordinated with parents and teachers to discuss student progress and address concerns.
  • Assisted in grading assignments efficiently, contributing to timely feedback for students.

Restaurant Hostess

California Pizza Kitchen
02.2022 - 03.2022
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by handling telephone inquiries while attending to in-person guest needs seamlessly.
  • Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Maintained an organized waitlist for busy times, ensuring efficient seating of guests.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by greeting and seating guests promptly upon arrival.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.

Kennel Assistant

Coastal Animal Medical Center
07.2021 - 02.2022
  • Stocked kennel and cleaning supplies to maintain proper inventory for daily performance.
  • Assisted with grooming services such as bathing, brushing, nail trimming, and ear cleaning for improved pet hygiene and health.
  • Managed challenging situations with distressed or aggressive animals using patience and appropriate restraint methods.
  • Maintained detailed records of each animal''s care, including feeding schedules, exercise routines, and any special requirements.
  • Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
  • Maintained kennel cleanliness and hygiene, reducing the spread of disease and providing a comfortable environment for animals.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through open communication and trust-building interactions during drop-off and pick-up times.
  • Completed animal intakes to board animals, labeling all home items and toys properly.
  • Monitored animal behavior for signs of illness or distress, promptly reporting any concerns to management or veterinary staff.
  • Completed daily cleaning of kennels, cages and public areas using disease control protocol to provide sterile environment.
  • Monitored animal playgroups for aggressive behaviors in order to maintain safety of pet participants.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities by managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously, including animal care, client interactions, and administrative duties.
  • Provided post-operative care, collected specimens, cleaned instruments and filled prescriptions to assist veterinarians.
  • Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
  • Reset procedure rooms between appointments and disinfected equipment.
  • Documented animals' weight, size and condition in computer system for review by senior staff.
  • Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lakewood Ranch High School
Bradenton, FL
05-2023

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Positive attitude
  • Strong multitasking
  • Animal care
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Calm and patient demeanor
  • Active learning
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Effective communication
  • Goal oriented
  • Judgment and decision making
  • Cash handling
  • Attention to detail
  • Supply restocking
  • Student tutoring
  • Sales strategies
  • Computer and Microsoft office skills

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Latin
Elementary
Italian
Limited Working

Timeline

Sales Associate

Bath & Body Works
08.2024 - Current

Teaching Assistant

Kumon Learning Center
04.2022 - 02.2023

Restaurant Hostess

California Pizza Kitchen
02.2022 - 03.2022

Kennel Assistant

Coastal Animal Medical Center
07.2021 - 02.2022

High School Diploma -

Lakewood Ranch High School

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