Simon Blanke
Worthington,OH
Summary
Proven cashier and grocery expert with a successful history at Fresh Thyme, focusing on customer service excellence and teamwork. Notable for enhancing customer satisfaction and training new staff effectively. Demonstrates strong cash handling skills and clear communication, fostering a welcoming shopping environment.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Grocery Clerk
Fresh Thyme
Worthington, OH
2024 - Current
- Stocked shelves and organized merchandise displays for easy retrieval.
- Rotated grocery products ensuring that expired or spoiled items were immediately removed and adhered to "first in, first out" rule.
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
- Communicated with customers and staff politely and professionally to uphold store standards.
- Collected shopping carts from parking lot and returned to stand to keep lot organized.
Cashier
Fresh Thyme
Worthington, OH
02.2023 - Current
- Greeted customers upon entering store and assessed individual needs promptly.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with high accuracy.
- Executed returns utilizing supervisor card as needed to facilitate customer satisfaction.
- Adapted to flexible scheduling and extra shifts to support business requirements.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
- Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
- Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.
- Was awarded team member of the month multiple times for outstanding performance.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OHThomas Worthington
Worthington, OH2023
Skills
- Customer service excellence
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Reliability and punctuality
- Customer assistance
- Training and mentoring
Accomplishments
- At Thomas Worthington high school I was a section leader for our marching band.
- Before Fresh Thyme, I created my own lawn care business.
Timeline
Cashier
Fresh Thyme
02.2023 - Current
Grocery Clerk
Fresh Thyme
2024 - Current
Associate of Arts -
Columbus State Community College
Thomas Worthington