Summary
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Education
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Taquanda Harris

Riviera Beach

Summary

Licensed security guard 4+ years of experience achieving significant safety and security improvements. Excellent communicator, thrives in fast - paced environments with Set of drive skills.

Multi-talented member able to take on any required task and adapt to changing conditions with a resourceful and hardworking mindset. Dedicated to business and eager to learn more about business to advance professionally.

Work History

Cashier

Pollo Tropical Restaurant
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • 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.

Call Center Representative

Advantage Reserve
01.2020 - 2024
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • 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.

Package Handler

Fed Ex Ground
01.2020 - 2023
  • Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
  • Improved package handling efficiency by implementing proper sorting and organizing techniques.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and guidelines for proper lifting techniques.
  • Reduced damage rates for packages through careful handling and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Assembled, sealed, and loaded packages into correct trucks.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Verified correct labels and accurate shipping information on packages to avoid shipping to wrong addresses.
  • Exceeded performance expectations during peak seasons, managing high volumes of shipments without compromising on quality or timeliness.
  • Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.
  • Contributed to increased productivity by working effectively in high-pressure situations.
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
  • Collaborated with other package handlers to provide prompt and accurate delivery of orders.
  • Streamlined workflow by coordinating with team members on efficient loading and unloading procedures.
  • Maximized space utilization within trucks through effective stacking and arranging of packages, minimizing shipment delays.

Security Officer

Hawk Wye Protection Services
01.2019 - 2023
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
  • Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
  • Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
  • Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
  • Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
  • Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
  • Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
  • Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
  • Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
  • Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.

Cashier

Cumberland Farms Gas Station
01.2020 - 2022
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
  • Adapted quickly to new technologies implemented at POS systems, ensuring seamless transition periods for both staff and customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Sunrise High School
Sunrise Fl
06.2016

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Customer assistance
  • Work ethic and integrity
  • Patience and empathy
  • Cash handling
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Team collaboration
  • Customer service excellence
  • Money handling
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Cash register operation
  • Order taking
  • Product restocking
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • POS system operations
  • Order packaging

Timeline

Call Center Representative

Advantage Reserve
01.2020 - 2024

Package Handler

Fed Ex Ground
01.2020 - 2023

Cashier

Cumberland Farms Gas Station
01.2020 - 2022

Security Officer

Hawk Wye Protection Services
01.2019 - 2023

Cashier

Pollo Tropical Restaurant

High School Diploma -

Sunrise High School