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Sarah DeJoy

Webster,MN

Summary

Seasoned Guest Service Leader skilled in hospitality management and customer service. Experience includes overseeing guest services operations, resolving guest issues, and training staff on best practices for exceptional guest satisfaction. Strengths include strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and leadership qualities. Previous work has led to improved efficiency in operations and heightened levels of guest satisfaction.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Guest Service Leader

Kwik Trip
New Prague, MN
12.2019 - 03.2021

I transferred from Kwik Trip (store #926) to the new Kwik Trip (store #1090) that was built. As a Guest Service Leader, I:

  • Directed team members during shifts
  • Provided exceptional customer service by anticipating guest needs and responding promptly to requests
  • Processed payments using cash registers, credit card terminals, and other point-of-sale equipment
  • Oversaw compliance with safety mandates and regulations
  • Prepared food for the Hot Spot and Roller Grill
  • Adhered to food safety regulations
  • Utilized suggestive selling techniques to boost sales
  • Executed daily bookkeeping tasks
  • Created shelf tags for products
  • Conducted product counts for inventory management
  • Verified vendor deliveries and scanned in products
  • Handled incoming calls from guests
  • Performed data entry tasks accurately
  • Scanned important documents such as invoices
  • Ordered food and products for the store
  • Sorted and organized daily truck deliveries including frozen, cooler, and grocery totes
  • Arranged bakery items on displays
  • Monitored product availability and restocked as needed

Assistant Store Leader

Kwik Trip
New Prague, MN
06.2018 - 12.2019

I transferred from the Kwik Trip in Faribault (store #793) to the Kwik Trip in New Prague (store #926). As an Assistant Store Leader, I:

  • Delivered outstanding service to every guest
  • Operated cash register efficiently
  • Made required cash drops efficiently
  • Dropped off cash deposits at bank and picked up required amounts of change for the day
  • Prepared food for the Hot Spot and Roller Grill
  • Adhered to strict food safety standards
  • Utilized suggestive selling techniques to boost sales
  • Performed daily bookkeeping responsibilities
  • Managed document scanning
  • Registered incoming vendors
  • Drafted and led weekly leadership meeting agendas
  • Processed payroll efficiently
  • Managed email responses consistently
  • Facilitated resolution of customer issues through effective communication
  • Led phone and face-to-face interview sessions
  • Recruited new team members
  • Guided new employees through various different training sessions
  • Evaluated employee performance by conducting performance appraisals
  • Procured inventory for store
  • Assisted in shelf audits
  • Participated in expense assessments
  • Contributed to organizing and executing the grand opening event
  • Established new team from scratch
  • Engaged with potential candidates during recruitment fairs

Assistant Store Leader

Kwik Trip
Faribault, MN
11.2015 - 06.2018

My responsibilities were the same as the other Assistant Store Leader positions I held in New Prague. The only difference was that the store in Faribault was smaller and closed at 11 p.m.

The closing duties I performed consisted of:

  • Shutting down registers and rebooting systems for the following day
  • Shutting down equipment such as fuel pumps and Lotto machine
  • Taking lottery inventory
  • Re-stocking products for the following morning rush
  • Cleaning restrooms
  • Ensured premises were locked and secured

Guest Service Co-Worker

Kwik Trip
Faribault, MN
03.2015 - 11.2015
  • Provided excellent customer service to all guests
  • Utilized suggestive selling techniques to boost sales
  • Operated cash register efficiently
  • Performed required cash drops promptly
  • Put away truck deliveries
  • Created shelf labels for new products
  • Put together displays of baked goods
  • Restocked shelves and baked goods as needed throughout shift
  • Performed regular maintenance tasks such as cleaning equipment, checking supplies, and ensuring proper operation of machinery
  • Organized work area at end of shift to ensure guest readiness for the following day

Sales Associate

Electric Beach Tanning Salon
New Prague, MN
02.2015 - 09.2015
  • Provided tailored advice to first-time clients about optimal tanning methods
  • Sold tanning lotion and products
  • Sanitized tanning beds
  • Ensured tidy and hygienic environment throughout
  • Handled incoming calls
  • Arranged appointments for clients
  • Handled daily store opening and closing procedures

Food Runner/Expeditor

Classic Grille & Bar
New Prague, MN
12.2010 - 04.2013
  • Organized food orders and ensured accuracy of items served to customers
  • Delivered food to guests in a timely manner while following safety protocols
  • Ensured that all orders were correct before leaving the kitchen area
  • Adhered to food safety regulations
  • Portioned condiments
  • Prepared deserts
  • Performed hostess responsibilities as needed
  • Greeted and welcomed customers as they arrived at the restaurant
  • Seated customers at available tables
  • Processed and recorded to-go orders promptly

Education

High School Diploma -

Montgomery-Lonsdale High School
Montgomery, MN
05-2011

Skills

  • Strong leadership
  • Exceptional communication
  • Guest Services
  • Brand representation
  • Upselling strategies
  • Cash handling experience
  • Data Entry
  • Inventory Monitoring
  • Delegation and Supervision
  • Detail Oriented

Timeline

Guest Service Leader

Kwik Trip
12.2019 - 03.2021

Assistant Store Leader

Kwik Trip
06.2018 - 12.2019

Assistant Store Leader

Kwik Trip
11.2015 - 06.2018

Guest Service Co-Worker

Kwik Trip
03.2015 - 11.2015

Sales Associate

Electric Beach Tanning Salon
02.2015 - 09.2015

Food Runner/Expeditor

Classic Grille & Bar
12.2010 - 04.2013

High School Diploma -

Montgomery-Lonsdale High School
Sarah DeJoy