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Tamsin Dickson

Jacksonville,NC

Summary

Responsible and friendly professional makes customers feel welcome, listen to needs and promote merchandise with practiced care and attention to individual needs. Proficient in merchandising, payment processing and general housekeeping of store areas. Focused, hardworking and punctual with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Bakery Worker/Cashier

ASDA Store
St Austell , UK
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Stocked shelves with bakery products ensuring freshness dates were up-to-date.
  • Coordinated the baking schedule to ensure a continuous supply of fresh products.
  • Packaged freshly-baked goods into bags or boxes with pricing labels attached.
  • Maintained a clean and organized bakery area, complying with health and safety regulations.
  • Wrapped, weighed, and priced bakery items, ensuring accurate labeling.
  • Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
  • Took custom cake and bakery orders, ensuring all details were accurately recorded.
  • Inspected finished products for quality assurance before packaging them for sale.
  • Offered product recommendations and provided information on bakery items to customers.
  • Prepared and packaged bakery goods for display and sale.
  • Assisted customers with their orders providing advice on different types of pastries available.
  • Personalized cakes by writing desired words or adding other customizations.
  • Rotated stock regularly to prevent spoilage due to overstocking or outdating.
  • Operated cash registers, processed transactions, and handled cash accurately.
  • Labeled bakery items by inputting data into digital weighing machine.
  • Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
  • Packaged bakery items and purchases in boxes and bags for customer carrying convenience.
  • Ensured freshness and quality of bakery goods by performing regular quality checks.
  • Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
  • Restocked supplies such as paper towels, napkins and condiments at front counter area as needed.
  • Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
  • Used bread slicers and other bakery equipment to handle high-volume operations needs.
  • Labeled bakery products with prices, ingredients, and allergen information.
  • Coordinated with bakery team to fulfill large orders and special event requests.
  • Followed health codes and regulations regarding food handling procedures.
  • Participated in staff meetings and training sessions to improve bakery operations and customer service skills.
  • Maintained a clean work environment throughout the day by sweeping floors, wiping down surfaces and disposing of waste materials properly.
  • Cleaned baking equipment, utensils, and work areas according to hygiene standards.
  • Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
  • Listened to guests to understand needs and help each person select optimal products and services.
  • Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
  • Verified customer age requirement for alcohol or tobacco purchases.
  • Maintained work area and kept cash drawer organized.
  • Answered customer questions and provided store information.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Preserved appearance of store by arranging and replenishing displays and merchandise racks.
  • Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
  • Scanned items and checked pricing on cash register for accuracy.
  • Performed other duties as assigned by management.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Au-pair/Private Nanny

Christopher and Jennifer Burrkhart
San Diego, CA
05.2005 - 05.2006
  • Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
  • Provided emotional support to children during difficult situations or transitions.
  • Maintained a safe environment in the home by monitoring visitors and adhering to household rules.
  • Led hands-on activities consistent with child's interests and skills.
  • Engaged in educational activities like reading and crafts to encourage learning and creativity.
  • Provided guidance and discipline in line with parental values and expectations.
  • Maintained organized and clean children's areas.
  • Met and communicated regularly with parents to discuss children's activities and development.
  • Facilitated outdoor and physical activities to promote healthy lifestyles.
  • Employed positive guidance strategies to encourage children and improve behavior.
  • Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Helped children develop social skills through positive reinforcement of behavior.
  • Negotiated conflicts among children, teaching problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Facilitated communication between parents and kids when needed.
  • Developed strong relationships with families by exhibiting professionalism throughout employment period.
  • Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
  • Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
  • Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
  • Monitored children's behavior and reported concerns and milestones to parents.
  • Conducted nightly routines including bathing, story-time, and ensuring children are ready for bed.
  • Taught basic life skills such as personal hygiene, manners, politeness and respect for others.
  • Supported household operations by completing laundry, cooking meals and performing light cleaning.
  • Researched new ideas for outdoor activities which could be used during free time with the kids.
  • Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play.
  • Managed light housekeeping duties including laundry, grocery shopping and errands.
  • Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and physical books.
  • Engaged with the children during leisure time by playing board games or reading books together.
  • Aided with bathing, dressing, teeth brushing, and diapering to promote healthy personal hygiene and good oral health.
  • Developed creative and educational games to stimulate cognitive and emotional growth.
  • Traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
  • Facilitated safe, caring and warm environment for children to stimulate development.
  • Taught reading, arts and crafts and lap play to encourage intellectual development.
  • Helped children discover enrichment activities to inspire imagination and creativity.
  • Monitored sleeping schedules of the children while they napped or slept overnight.
  • Encouraged healthy habits like brushing teeth before bedtime.
  • Assigned age-appropriate chores to encourage self-confidence and responsibility.
  • Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
  • Monitored playtime to prevent overuse of technology, television, or other influences.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
  • Developed an understanding of each child's individual strengths and weaknesses.
  • Engaged in creative play with the children such as reading stories, playing games or drawing pictures.
  • Communicated with parents regularly to discuss progress, concerns and any other issues related to the care of their children.
  • Monitored indoor and outdoor playtime by guiding activities while watching for dangers.
  • Organized and planned a variety of activities to stimulate physical, mental and emotional growth for the children.
  • Posted parents' contact information and first responder phone numbers in case of emergency situations.
  • Assisted with bedtime routines such as bathing, changing clothes or reading stories.
  • Administered basic first aid techniques when needed while monitoring health conditions closely.
  • Administered medication according to parental instructions.
  • Provided positive reinforcement through rewards systems for good behavior.
  • Provided supervision and guidance to ensure safety of children in all situations.
  • Took children on outings such as parks, library visits, sports events or educational trips.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Education

High School Diploma -

Brannel
UK
05-2004

Skills

  • Packaging products
  • Cleaning duties
  • Food safety
  • Expiration monitoring
  • Communication

Accomplishments

  • Foundation certificate
  • Brannel School Expressive & performing Arts Faculty
  • Introduction to computers word-processing

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Bakery Worker/Cashier

ASDA Store
01.2006 - 01.2007

Au-pair/Private Nanny

Christopher and Jennifer Burrkhart
05.2005 - 05.2006

High School Diploma -

Brannel

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