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Sara Peterson

Colorado Springs,CO

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at PetSmart, excelling in store operations and customer service. Recognized for enhancing team performance through effective training and strong leadership. Skilled in cash handling and loss prevention, driving increased sales and fostering customer loyalty through exceptional service and strategic problem-solving.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Associate Lead With Keys

PetSmart
Colorado Springs, CO
08.2024 - Current
  • Upheld strong productivity through effective multitasking.
  • Supported colleagues consistently to maintain a positive work atmosphere.
  • Supervised daily opening and closing routines, maintaining accurate cash handling practices.
  • Boosted repeat business by providing outstanding customer support.
  • Instructed new hires on company protocols, optimal practices, and member conversion strategies

PetCare Specialist

PetSmart
Colorado Springs, CO
04.2023 - 08.2023
  • Executed consistent cleaning practices to uphold a sanitary environment for pets.
  • Executed safe handling practices with animals under a variety of conditions.
  • Maintained optimal health of pets by administering medications as directed.
  • Educated pet owners on proper pet care and habitat enrichment.

General Manager

US Taekwondo Center - Lehman
Colorado Springs, CO
01.2016 - 03.2020
  • Oversaw direct sale of educational programs.
  • Managed and executed community engagement initiatives.
  • Organized and executed four global Hanmadang events in partnership with a team.
  • Led the supervision of facility operations and team management.
  • Resolved customer issues to build loyal clientele.

Special Education Teacher

Willmar Public Schools
Willmar, MN
03.2005 - 06.2010

Education

Bachelors Of Science In Education - Elementary Education

Bemidji State University
Bemidji, MN
05.2010

Associate Of Arts - Human Services

Ridgewater College
Willmar, MN
05.2002

Skills

  • Customer service management
  • Customer Relations and Satisfaction
  • Task Prioritization
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excited to Learn New Skills

Certification

Forklift Certified

Timeline

Associate Lead With Keys

PetSmart
08.2024 - Current

PetCare Specialist

PetSmart
04.2023 - 08.2023

General Manager

US Taekwondo Center - Lehman
01.2016 - 03.2020

Special Education Teacher

Willmar Public Schools
03.2005 - 06.2010

Bachelors Of Science In Education - Elementary Education

Bemidji State University

Associate Of Arts - Human Services

Ridgewater College
Sara Peterson