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Sereta Newton

Newport News,VA

Summary

Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Manager in Training

7-11 Convenience Store
Hampton, VA
11.2025 - 02.2026
  • Connie, Market Manager moved me to Store 13859 to help manager with Ecolab and Company policies and cash reports.
  • Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with store policies and procedures.
  • Implemented inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
  • Conducted regular audits of cash handling processes to ensure accuracy and minimize discrepancies.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training and coaching to staff members.
  • Assisted in hiring decisions by reviewing applications, conducting interviews, and evaluating candidate qualifications for fit within the team dynamic.
  • Collaborated with management to develop and execute promotional events, driving sales growth.
  • Trained and mentored new employees on customer service best practices and operational efficiency.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations during daily operations.
  • Monitored cash handling procedures to ensure accuracy and prevent discrepancies.
  • Developed team schedules, optimizing coverage during peak business hours for efficiency.

Assistant Store Manager in Training

7- Eleven Stores
Hampton, Va
10.2025 - 11.2025

* Online Training to learn store operations and cash handling

* Moved to customer service and sales floor due to employee excessive turnover rate

* I cleaned store and brought up to ecolab Cleanliness Standards

  • Supported daily store operations by assisting with inventory management and merchandising tasks by stocking, removing expired stock and creating sales labels to display correct prices to customers.

* Maintain company policies and procedures with health and safety regulations for food products.

  • Implemented effective cash handling procedures, ensuring accuracy during transactions.
  • Implemented loss prevention measures to reduce shrinkage, ensuring accurate inventory counts and secure storage practices.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Helped remove panhandlers and homeless from living around the store.

Stocker 1

Walmart Supercenter Store 3219
Williamsburg, Virginia
08.2025 - 08.2025
  • Assisted customers in locating products throughout the store.
  • Participated in training sessions to learn company procedures and policies.
  • Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items.
  • Arranged merchandise in an attractive manner to promote sales.
  • Sorted returned merchandise for restocking or disposal.
  • Implemented inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
  • Conducted regular audits of cash handling processes to ensure accuracy and minimize discrepancies.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training and coaching to staff members.
  • Assisted in hiring decisions by reviewing applications, conducting interviews, and evaluating candidate qualifications for fit within the team dynamic.
  • Collaborated with management to develop and execute promotional events, driving sales growth.

Deli /Bakery Academy Trainer

Walmart Neighborhood Store 5754
Williamsburg, Virginia
10.2024 - 05.2025
  • Monitored trainee progress and provided constructive feedback regularly.
  • Implemented safety protocols during training to ensure a safe work environment.
  • Participated in and attended meetings or seminars to obtain information for use in training programs.

Electronics Sales Associate

Walmart Supercenter Store 4350
Kilmarnock, Virginia
11.2023 - 10.2024
  • Maintained product displays and ensured store cleanliness.
  • Educated customers on warranty and return policies effectively.
  • Managed inventory by restocking shelves and organizing merchandise.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by greeting customers, answering questions, offering assistance with merchandise selection.
  • Completed customer's purchase by effectively processing credit and debit cards, cash, and personal checks.
  • Completed price changes, Viz-pick and Pinpoint

Apparel Sales Associate

Walmart Supercenter Store 1525
Mechanicsville, Virginia
08.2022 - 11.2023
  • Organized clothing racks according to size, color, style or other criteria for easy identification by customers.
  • Assisted customers in selecting apparel items that best fit their needs and preferences.
  • Set new MOD's and stocked, zoned and restocked
  • CAP backroom overstocked sales table items to moved to the sales floor for customers

Production Supervisor

Walmart Supercenter Store 1525
Mechanicsville, Virginia
11.2017 - 08.2022
  • Supervised daily production operations to ensure efficiency and compliance with standards.
  • Implemented process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce waste in operations.
  • Trained new staff on production processes and procedures.
  • Monitored inventory levels, ordered supplies to keep freezers and coolers stocked, so the department had an adequate amount to meet customer needs.

Resort Night Manager

VSA Resorts
Virginia Beach, Virginia
05.2017 - 08.2017
  • Conducted regular inspections of facilities ensuring maintenance standards met.
  • Fostered positive relationships with guests addressing concerns promptly.
  • Supervised front desk staff in providing excellent customer service experiences for guests.
  • Resolved guest complaints
  • Oversaw nightly operations to ensure guest satisfaction and safety protocols were met.

Night Auditor/ Front Desk Supervisor/Group Sales Coordinator

Holiday Inn and Suites
Virginia Beach, Virginia
05.2015 - 05.2017
  • Conducted nightly audits of financial transactions and guest accounts for accuracy.
  • Handled night audit paperwork, verification of daily room occupancy and hotel revenue reviews.
  • Coordinated with housekeeping staff to ensure room readiness for incoming guests.
  • Audited and balanced cash and credit transactions daily and reset register for next day's operations.
  • Completed end-of-day reconciliations of cash drawers and credit card transactions.
  • Responded to customer inquiries regarding hotel services, reservations, directions.
  • Verified that all charges posted were accurate prior to submitting final bills to guests.
  • Reported any discrepancies immediately upon discovering them.
  • Ensured that all front desk personnel followed established procedures for guest check-in and check-out policies.
  • Contacted housekeeping or maintenance staff to report room or building issues.
  • Supervised daily operations at the front desk including check-ins and checkouts, reservations.

Reservations Supervisor

Tides Inn Resort
Irvington, Virginia
07.2007 - 12.2014
  • Supervised daily reservations operations and managed staffing schedules.
  • Trained team members on reservation systems and customer service protocols.
  • Coordinated group bookings and special requests for guests.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints with professionalism and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with sales and marketing teams on promotional campaigns.
  • Advised customers on hotel services, amenities, rates, availability and packages offered.
  • Assisted with training new employees on the reservation process.
  • Provided guidance and support to front desk agents when needed.
  • Reviewed guest information and payment options, checking for accuracy, and completeness.
  • Assisted customers via phone by providing confirmations, answering questions, and offering general information.
  • Researched and resolved customer issues.

Education

High School Diploma -

Northumberland High School
Heathsville, VA
06-1984

Skills

  • Customer assistance
  • Inventory management
  • Time management
  • Safety compliance
  • Stock rotation
  • Reservation systems
  • Group bookings
  • Conflict resolution
  • Attention to detail
  • Schedule maintenance
  • Sales leadership
  • Training programs
  • Positive attitude
  • Employee engagement
  • Marketing
  • Compliance management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving
  • Customer service

Certification

  • Fresh Food Safety Manager Certificate - NRFSP

Additional Information

  • Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher, Outlook

Detailed References

  • References Available On Request

Education and Training

other

Timeline

Assistant Manager in Training

7-11 Convenience Store
11.2025 - 02.2026

Assistant Store Manager in Training

7- Eleven Stores
10.2025 - 11.2025

Stocker 1

Walmart Supercenter Store 3219
08.2025 - 08.2025

Deli /Bakery Academy Trainer

Walmart Neighborhood Store 5754
10.2024 - 05.2025

Electronics Sales Associate

Walmart Supercenter Store 4350
11.2023 - 10.2024

Apparel Sales Associate

Walmart Supercenter Store 1525
08.2022 - 11.2023

Production Supervisor

Walmart Supercenter Store 1525
11.2017 - 08.2022

Resort Night Manager

VSA Resorts
05.2017 - 08.2017

Night Auditor/ Front Desk Supervisor/Group Sales Coordinator

Holiday Inn and Suites
05.2015 - 05.2017

Reservations Supervisor

Tides Inn Resort
07.2007 - 12.2014

High School Diploma -

Northumberland High School