Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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SARAH KEY MARER

Palmetto,FL

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Customer Service

The Spice & Tea Exchange
08.2024 - Current


  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
  • Assisted in managing inventory levels, accurately processing shipments, and restocking merchandise as needed.
  • Assisted manager with production. Cashier and product knowledge

Event Co-Ordinator/Front Desk Clerk

Dept. Natural Recourses
10.2020 - 05.2024
  • Managed Wedding & Event procedures for guests and operation details for the entire event
  • Retail gift shop operations including inventory, ordering merchandise and client liaison with vendors
  • Organizing store layout and ensuring the displays are stocked and presentable
  • Managed cash drawer according to established accounting principles while following proper cash handling procedures
  • Assisted guests with check-in and check-out procedures while adhering to established policies and procedures
  • Performed daily audits of front desk operations, ensuring accuracy of financial transactions

Server Assistant

Le Gabrielle Crepes
11.2022 - 05.2024
  • Provided friendly and attentive customer service to ensure a pleasant dining experience
  • Assisted with setting up special events within the restaurant when needed
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills while taking orders, delivering food, and addressing customer complaints

Small Group Leader

Restoration Church
01.2022 - 05.2024

Leaded a small group with 5-10 people

  • Additionally, any help needed in church functions, serving in the community
  • Served as a mentor figure within the small group setting, offering guidance on both academic and personal matters.
  • Improved communication skills among group members through targeted icebreakers and team-building exercises.

Server

Tru-Vine
01.2021 - 08.2022
  • Provided excellent customer service by anticipating needs for dietary requirements and menu options
  • Demonstrated ability to interact with customers in a friendly and professional manner
  • Processed payments and completed register transactions
  • Prepared and served food and beverages to customers

Manager/Owner

Canton St. Social
05.2020 - 10.2020
  • Mentored and trained new employees on company policies and procedures
  • Provided support for customers by addressing complaints quickly and efficiently, displaying exceptional customer service skills
  • Managed daily operations including scheduling and budgeting, exhibiting excellent multitasking capabilities
  • Reduced workplace safety or health hazards by enforcing work practices and procedures
  • Analyzed and resolved quality and customer service issues, recommending system improvements
  • Managed all departments incorporated within the Restaurant

Community Service Assistant

City of Mission Viejo
02.2018 - 03.2020
  • Organized events such as fundraisers, conferences, and seminars
  • Prepared presentations about current programs or upcoming events
  • Assisted with the planning and implementation of community outreach initiatives
  • Assisted with daily operations of Community Center
  • First Aid & City Disaster Trained

Customer Service Team Lead

Karma International
04.2012 - 09.2018
  • VIP Liaison for large Corporate Events
  • Managed escalated situations with difficult customers while preserving positive relationships
  • Resolved complex customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining high level of professionalism
  • Conducted registration operations for events with over 5,000 attendees
  • Ensured clients received their expected VIP experience with satisfaction

Corporate Travel Agent

Travel Maxx International
06.1995 - 06.1999
  • Reserved travel plans for large Corporate company travel
  • SaBRE System Trained
  • Utilized customer service skills to provide excellent assistance to clients in selecting the best travel options

Adminsistration /Volunteer

Saddleback Church
01.2009 - 11.2009

Office of the Pastor -Rick Warren

I assisted with programs, research and developments for the Lead Pastor.

Research for sermons and care programs.

Communications with church campus and staff.

Education

Certification - Nutrition & Enviromental Studies

Saddleback College
05.2013

Skills

  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Organizational Skills
  • Client Interaction

Certification

Nutrition

Timeline

Customer Service

The Spice & Tea Exchange
08.2024 - Current

Server Assistant

Le Gabrielle Crepes
11.2022 - 05.2024

Small Group Leader

Restoration Church
01.2022 - 05.2024

Server

Tru-Vine
01.2021 - 08.2022

Event Co-Ordinator/Front Desk Clerk

Dept. Natural Recourses
10.2020 - 05.2024

Manager/Owner

Canton St. Social
05.2020 - 10.2020

Community Service Assistant

City of Mission Viejo
02.2018 - 03.2020

Customer Service Team Lead

Karma International
04.2012 - 09.2018

Adminsistration /Volunteer

Saddleback Church
01.2009 - 11.2009

Corporate Travel Agent

Travel Maxx International
06.1995 - 06.1999

Certification - Nutrition & Enviromental Studies

Saddleback College
SARAH KEY MARER