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Sarah Rico

Ross Dress for Less
East Chicago,IN
1
Language
2
years of professional experience

Reliable retail and hospitality professional with experience in customer service, cash handling, and fast-paced front-end operations. Known for quick learning, patience, and accurate transactions while maintaining a clean, organized workspace.

Work History

Retail Sales Associate Cashier

4 Months
Ross Dress for Less | 02.2026 - 06.2026
  • Processed cash, card, and gift card transactions accurately at the register.
  • Balanced the cash drawer and resolved register discrepancies following store procedures.
  • Handled returns and exchanges while verifying merchandise and receipt details.
  • Bagged purchases carefully and maintained organized front-end workstation.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, contributing to a positive customer experience.

Host/Server

10 Months
IHOP | 11.2024 - 09.2025
  • Greeted guests promptly, set welcoming tone, and managed seating flow during busy service periods.
  • Took accurate food and beverage orders, ensuring clear communication with kitchen and service staff.
  • Organized waitlist and table rotations to reduce delays and maintain smooth dining room operations.
  • Processed payments through POS system, handled transactions accurately, and resolved basic guest concerns.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science

Indiana University, Northwest | Gary, IN | 06.2030

Skills

Customer service
Client interaction
Emotional intelligence
Point of sale
Store organization
Patience and empathy
Quick learner

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Retail Sales Associate Cashier

Ross Dress for Less
02.2026 - 06.2026Read More

Host/Server

IHOP
11.2024 - 09.2025Read More

Indiana University, Northwest

Bachelor of Science from Forensic Science
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Sarah Rico