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Shahnaz Malakooti

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Torrance,CA

Summary

Compassionate caregiver with a proven track record at IHSS, adept at providing emotional support and daily living assistance. Recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction through effective problem-solving and strong communication skills. Committed to maintaining a safe environment while ensuring clients receive respectful and dependable care. Flexible and dedicated to meeting individual needs.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

IHSS
06.2023 - Current
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
  • Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
  • Minimized wait times for customers during peak hours, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Participated in team meetings and training sessions regularly for continuous professional development within the retail industry.

Sales Associate

Macys Department Store
08.2021 - 06.2023
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.

Education

No Degree - Fashion Design

El Camino College
Torrance, CA

Skills

  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Time management
  • Elderly care
  • Problem-solving
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Patient care
  • Emotional support
  • Basic housekeeping
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Daily living assistance
  • Meal preparation
  • Compassionate care
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Strong ethics
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • First aid and safety
  • Patient companionship
  • Flexible schedule and availability
  • Medication and appointment reminders
  • Supportive companionship

Languages

Persian
Full Professional

Timeline

Caregiver

IHSS
06.2023 - Current

Sales Associate

Macys Department Store
08.2021 - 06.2023

No Degree - Fashion Design

El Camino College
Shahnaz MalakootiS