Tara Rash
CLEVELAND,GA
Summary
Proactive Cashier and Deli Clerk with extensive experience in customer service, cash handling, and maintaining a clean work environment. Skilled in building customer relationships and ensuring accurate transactions. Brings reliability, professionalism, and a strong work ethic to support business needs and enhance customer satisfaction.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier/Dishwasher
Creative Dining Services
06.2023 - Current
- Greeted guests upon entering dining hall
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked set schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the dining environment.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Cashier
Walgreens Boots Alliance
01.2021 - Current
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer 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.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- 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.
- Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures while processing transactions efficiently.
- Promoted store promotions and incentive programs to increase overall sales revenue.
- Enhanced customer service experience by efficiently processing purchases and returns.
Cashier
Mississippi Management Inc
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Greeted customers entering Dining Hall and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked set schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Restocked and organized the Waffle Station.
- Set up and maintained the Ice Cream area
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Grill Chef
Mississippi Management Inc
08.2018 - 08.2022
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to food safety regulations and guidelines.
- Elevated guest experience with visually appealing plating techniques that showcased the skillful preparation of each grilled item served.
- Trained new team members on grill station procedures, ensuring consistency in dish preparation and presentation.
- Adhered to strict portion control guidelines, contributing to cost savings without compromising on taste or quality.
Deli Clerk
Adams IGA
05.2016 - 08.2018
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Precisely measured, weighed, sliced, and packaged deli products according to customer requests while minimizing waste.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to food safety guidelines and promptly addressing any hazards.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
Deli Clerk
Ingles Supermarket
03.2012 - 05.2018
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Precisely measured, weighed, sliced, and packaged deli products according to customer requests while minimizing waste.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to food safety guidelines and promptly addressing any hazards.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Improved workflow efficiency by effectively multitasking, prioritizing tasks, and communicating with team members.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Responded to telephone inquiries regarding available products and services and helped customers make appropriate choices.
- Developed strong rapport with customers by offering personalized service, answering questions, and making recommendations based on preferences.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper deli procedures, ensuring consistent quality across the team.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies
Truett McConnell University
Cleveland, GA05.2028
High School Diploma -
Andrews High School
Andrews, NC05.1980
Skills
- Customer Service
- Customer Assistance
- Work Ethic and Integrity
- Patience and Empathy
- Cash Handling
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Customer service excellence
- Reliability and punctuality
- Customer Relations
- Cash Register Operation
- Professionalism and Courtesy
- Basic Math Competence
- Product restocking
Cooking
I love to experiment with preparing different types of cuisine. Embellishing with assorted seasonings. Creating "short cuts" to create my own take on appetizers and main dishes.
Timeline
Cashier/Dishwasher
Creative Dining Services
06.2023 - Current
Cashier
Mississippi Management Inc
08.2022 - 06.2023
Cashier
Walgreens Boots Alliance
01.2021 - Current
Grill Chef
Mississippi Management Inc
08.2018 - 08.2022
Deli Clerk
Adams IGA
05.2016 - 08.2018
Deli Clerk
Ingles Supermarket
03.2012 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies
Truett McConnell University
High School Diploma -
Andrews High School
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