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Tanner Koutnik

Student / Grocery Store Associate
Woodbridge,VA

Summary

Dependable and hardworking professional with extensive experience in retail and customer service. Consistently recognized for completing tasks accurately and efficiently, whether assisting customers, organizing the store, or managing inventory. This background has cultivated a strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a willingness to embrace new challenges. A valued team member known for contributing positively to the workplace with a strong work ethic and adaptability. Eager to join a company that supports growth, offers opportunities for advancement, and fosters a collaborative work environment. Ready to bring value and be a key contributor to the team’s success.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Grocery Store Clerk

Ahold Delhaize
2023.10 - Current
  • Consistently delivered top-tier customer service, fostering strong relationships and earning regular positive feedback from satisfied customers.
  • Expertly rotated and stocked products using "first in, first out" method, ensuring product freshness and reducing waste, contributing to effective inventory management.
  • Maintained impeccable store cleanliness and presentation, creating a welcoming and visually appealing environment that elevated customer shopping experience.
  • Actively assisted customers in locating products quickly and efficiently, enhancing their shopping experience and driving customer loyalty.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members, ensuring seamless completion of daily tasks and supporting smooth operation of store.
  • Proactively addressed any operational challenges, demonstrating reliability and a commitment to maintaining store's high standards.

Lawn Care Specialist

Self-employed
2022.06 - 2023.08
  • Launched and grew successful self-owned lawn care business as a teenager, establishing a solid client base through exceptional service and entrepreneurial drive.
  • Cultivated lasting client relationships by consistently exceeding expectations with personalized, high-quality lawn care solutions, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Pioneered customized lawn care plans, leveraging in-depth client consultations to deliver tailored services that enhanced lawn aesthetics and health.
  • Demonstrated leadership by training and supervising junior assistants, significantly boosting team efficiency and maintaining top-tier service standards.
  • Expertly managed all aspects of business ownership, from customer acquisition to operational execution, showcasing strong work ethic and business acumen.
  • Maintained and optimized equipment performance, ensuring reliability and longevity, which directly contributed to the business's consistent, high-quality output.
  • Provided expert guidance to clients on lawn care products and maintenance practices, reinforcing my role as a trusted advisor and enhancing client satisfaction.

Education

Associate of Arts - Music Production

Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA
2024.05 - Current

High School Diploma -

Koutnik Homeschool Academy
Woodbridge, VA
2019.08 - 2023.05

Skills

Hard Skills

  • Customer Service

  • Inventory Management

  • POS System Operation (including change making)

  • Store Maintenance and Cleanliness

  • Product Merchandising

  • Equipment Maintenance

Soft Skills

  • Communication

  • Team Collaboration

  • Time Management

  • Problem-Solving

  • Adaptability

  • Leadership

  • Attention to Detail

Interests

Music Production: Creating and producing custom jam tracks for personal projects and collaborations.

Model Building: Enthusiastically building and detailing scale models as a creative and precision-focused hobby

Trading Card Collecting: Passionate about collecting, organizing, and trading cards, with a focus on building a curated and valuable collection

Timeline

Associate of Arts - Music Production

Northern Virginia Community College
2024.05 - Current

Grocery Store Clerk

Ahold Delhaize
2023.10 - Current

Lawn Care Specialist

Self-employed
2022.06 - 2023.08

High School Diploma -

Koutnik Homeschool Academy
2019.08 - 2023.05
Tanner KoutnikStudent / Grocery Store Associate