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Skylar Parris

North Tonawanda,NY

Summary

Energetically excelled in customer service and bookkeeping roles at Wendt’s Propane and Oil, enhancing customer satisfaction through problem-solving and active listening. Mastered data entry and maintained meticulous records, significantly exceeding employer expectations. Demonstrated exceptional ability to resolve customer issues, fostering loyalty and improving service standards. I was also handling money everyday, with cashing customers out, phone payments, inserting checks and making deposits at the bank.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Call Center Representative

Niagara County Department of Social Services
Niagara Falls, NY
05.2025 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records of customer interactions for future reference.
  • Followed standard processes and procedures for proper escalation of unresolved issues to appropriate internal teams.
  • Attended regular training sessions on updates and changes within the industry or organization.
  • Answered incoming calls from customers and provided assistance with product inquiries, billing questions, and other customer service related issues.
  • Monitored call queues in order to prioritize incoming calls by urgency or importance level.
  • Performed follow-up calls as necessary to ensure satisfactory resolution of customer inquiries.
  • Assisted customers with navigating the company's website to locate desired information for applications.

  • Adhered strictly to all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to customer privacy rights.
  • Maintained detailed records of customer interactions and transactions for future reference.
  • Analyzed data collected during each call in order to identify trends in customer feedback.
  • Maintained records of customer interactions, transactions, comments and complaints.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner to ensure customer satisfaction.

Teacher Aide

Niagara Orleans Boces
North Tonawanda, New York
09.2024 - 05.2025
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
  • Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
  • Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
  • Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
  • Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
  • Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
  • Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.

Waitress and Delivery

Leon’s italian restaurant and bistro
Niagara Falls, NY
03.2024 - Current
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
  • Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.

Customer Service Representative and Bookkeeper

Wendt’s Propane and Oil
06.2022 - 07.2024
  • Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
  • Updated account information to maintain customer records.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Developed customer service policies and procedures to meet and exceed industry service standards.
  • Clarified customer issues and determined root cause of problems to resolve product or service complaints.
  • Processed customer service orders promptly to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Utilized customer service software to manage interactions and track customer satisfaction.

Customer Service Cashier

Budweys Market in the Square
03.2021 - 07.2023
  • Enabled customers to feel welcomed, important, and appreciated by answering questions about products sold throughout store.
  • Answered product questions using knowledge of sales and store promotions.
  • Counted money in drawers at beginning and end of each shift.
  • Utilized POS system to handle customer cash and credit card transactions.
  • Redeemed coupons to discount purchases.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
  • Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy checkout area.
  • Maintained accurate records of customer transactions for reporting purposes.
  • Utilized various software applications to process customer orders.
  • Developed and managed relationships with customers to increase customer loyalty.
  • Met customer service goals and exceeded customer expectations.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Processed customer orders and accurately handled payment transactions.

Education

North Tonawanda High School
North Tonawanda, NY
06.2021

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Data Entry
  • Customer Relations
  • Problem Resolution
  • Call center experience
  • Money handling abilities
  • Payment Processing
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Scheduling
  • Paperwork Processing
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Filing
  • Recordkeeping strengths
  • Call handling
  • Record keeping
  • Customer relationship management
  • Time management
  • Communication skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Training participation
  • Process improvement
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Call documentation skills

Timeline

Call Center Representative

Niagara County Department of Social Services
05.2025 - Current

Teacher Aide

Niagara Orleans Boces
09.2024 - 05.2025

Waitress and Delivery

Leon’s italian restaurant and bistro
03.2024 - Current

Customer Service Representative and Bookkeeper

Wendt’s Propane and Oil
06.2022 - 07.2024

Customer Service Cashier

Budweys Market in the Square
03.2021 - 07.2023

North Tonawanda High School
Skylar Parris