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Sierra Bledsoe

Hillsboro

Summary

Motivated Groomer offering strong work ethic and positive attitude. Highly effective in fast-paced work environments. Works well with others and provides excellent customer service as well as expertly managing dogs and dog behavior. Handles stress well and works efficiently under pressure.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Salon Manager

Petco
07.2020 - Current
  • Oversaw salon employee performance, facility cleanliness, and sales.
  • Handled employee scheduling and coverage needs during business hours.
  • Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
  • Managed cash flow, business transactions, banking, and accounting processes.
  • Controlled inventory by tracking expenses, purchases, and shelf stock.
  • Maintained general appointment calendar and set shift schedules.
  • Coached and trained employees to optimize performance and achieve demanding business objectives.
  • Worked to continuously increase salon business through effective sales, service, and operations policies.
  • Scheduled employees to maintain adequate coverage during business hours.
  • Built business through commitment to excellent customer service, resulting in customer loyalty and retention.
  • Grew customer numbers and boosted loyalty with strategic engagement and marketing strategies.
  • Cut and styled hair for dogs of all breeds

Pro Stylist/Grooming Mentor

Petco
08.2016 - 07.2020
  • Produced and distributed internal and external communications.
  • worked in a timely and efficient manner to complete appointments
  • Worked with customers to give the most excellent services for their dogs
  • Educated and mentored groomers in training on breed standard haircuts as well as safety and proper handling
  • Tested out new groomers on breed standard haircuts as well as proper handling


Salon Manager

Petsmart
01.2015 - 07.2016
  • Oversaw salon employee performance, facility cleanliness, and sales.
  • Handled employee scheduling and coverage needs during business hours.
  • Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
  • Managed cash flow, business transactions, banking, and accounting processes.
  • Worked to continuously increase salon business through effective sales, service, and operations policies.
  • Coached and trained employees to optimize performance and achieve demanding business objectives.
  • Built business through commitment to excellent customer service, resulting in customer loyalty and retention.
  • Cut and styled hair for dogs of all breeds

Petstylist

Petsmart
04.2013 - 01.2015
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • cut and styled dogs of all breeds

Education

Associate of Science - Zoology

Portland Community College
Portland, OR

Skills

  • Employee Hiring and Retention
  • Talent Recruitment
  • Supply Management
  • Cleanliness and Sanitation
  • Experience with different breeds and breed standard haircuts
  • Familiar and experienced with dog behavior including handling dogs under stress, special needs dogs, and senior dogs
  • Conflict resolution among customers as well as employees

Timeline

Salon Manager

Petco
07.2020 - Current

Pro Stylist/Grooming Mentor

Petco
08.2016 - 07.2020

Salon Manager

Petsmart
01.2015 - 07.2016

Petstylist

Petsmart
04.2013 - 01.2015

Associate of Science - Zoology

Portland Community College
Sierra Bledsoe