Taliya Burns
Atlantic City,NJ
Summary
Detail-oriented and customer-focused professional with over six years of diverse experience in retail, restaurants, amusement parks, and entrepreneurship. Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering with a passion for makeup artistry. Seeking opportunities to leverage my skills in customer service, sales, and IT knowledge.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
J.Crew
Atlantic City
05.2022 - Current
•Provided excellent customer service, assisting with inquiries and purchases.
•Operated cash register and processed transactions efficiently.
•Handled shipment processing and inventory management.
Owner/Baker
TreatsByTaliyab
Atlantic City
04.2021 - Current
•Founded and managed a small baking business specializing in treats and desserts.
•Provided customer service, managed inventory, and ensured high-quality food preparation and presentation.
•Handled marketing and promotion efforts to grow the business.
Sales Associate
Forever 21
Atlantic City
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Managed cashier duties and maintained organized checkout process.
- Assisted in shipment processing and merchandise presentation.
Sales Associate
Express Outlet
Atlantic City
07.2020 - 06.2021
•Conducted cashier responsibilities with accuracy and attention to detail.
•Supported customer needs and contributed to store operations including shipment.
Sales Associate
Charlotte Russe, Inc
Atlantic City
10.2018 - 03.2019
•Conducted cashier responsibilities with accuracy and attention to detail.
•Supported customer needs and contributed to store operations including shipment.
Sales Associate
US Polo Association LLC
Atlantic City
04.2019 - 01.2020
•Provided excellent customer service, assisting with inquiries and purchases.
•Operated cash register and processed transactions efficiently.
Handled shipment processing and inventory management.
Hostess
AC Bugar co.
Atlantic City
02.2018 - 03.2018
- Provided excellent customer service, assisting with inquiries, seating guest , cashiering .
Hostess
Boardway Bugar Bar
Atlantic City
10.2017 - 11.2017
- Seat guest, set up hostess station, answer phone, take reservations
Ride Operator
The steel peir
Atlantic City
04.2016 - 08.2016
- Operate the rides
Cocktail Server
Peir AC
Atlantic City
07.2017 - 09.2017
- Customer service, server drinks and food, cash handling / cashier
Sales Associate
Bath & body works
Atlantic City
08.2013 - 12.2013
•Managed cashier duties and maintained organized checkout process.
•Assisted in shipment processing and merchandise presentation, Stocking shelves with product.
Education
Bachelor Of Applied Science In Information Technology - Information Technology & Computer Engineering
High school diploma -
06.2014
Skills
- Ability to Accept and Learn From Criticism
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Good Communication
- Computer skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Customer Service
- Food Handling
- Restaurant Experience
- Serving Experience
- Host/Hostess
- Sales
- Retail sales
- Cash register
- Cash handling
- Restaurant experience
- Food handling
- Serving
- Upselling
- Merchandising
- Retail management
- Marketing
- Hospitality
- Guest services
- Makeup Application
Timeline
Sales Associate - J.Crew
05.2022 - Current
Sales Associate - Forever 21
04.2022 - 05.2022
Owner/Baker - TreatsByTaliyab
04.2021 - Current
Sales Associate - Express Outlet
07.2020 - 06.2021
Sales Associate - US Polo Association LLC
04.2019 - 01.2020
Sales Associate - Charlotte Russe, Inc
10.2018 - 03.2019
Hostess - AC Bugar co.
02.2018 - 03.2018
Hostess - Boardway Bugar Bar
10.2017 - 11.2017
Cocktail Server - Peir AC
07.2017 - 09.2017
Ride Operator - The steel peir
04.2016 - 08.2016
Sales Associate - Bath & body works
08.2013 - 12.2013
Devry university - Bachelor Of Applied Science In Information Technology, Information Technology & Computer Engineering
Atlantic City High School - High school diploma,