Possessing exceptional work ethic and desire to go above and beyond to exceed company expectations. Successful in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments to manage goals and team development for small to medium companies. History of thriving in team-oriented environments. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager of Cafe Concepts
IT'SUGAR
East Rutherford, NJ
10.2019 - Current
Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
Analyzed customer feedback data to develop action plans for improving services offered.
Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
Scheduled interviews for potential candidates and conducted reference checks prior to hire.
Office Coordinator
TRIO Student Support Services
Jersey City, NJ
10.2018 - 12.2020
Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
Provided administrative support to program directors including preparing reports and presentations.
Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel.
Oversaw receiving and organizing correspondence, answering and forwarding calls and creating business letters and records.
Handled scheduling and managed timely and effective allocation of resources and calendars.
Reviewed documents for accuracy before submission to external parties.
Customer Specialist
Hudson Greene Market
Jersey City, NJ
07.2018 - 02.2019
Engaged in conversation with customers to understand needs, resolve issues and answer product questions.
Identified potential issues that may negatively affect customer satisfaction and took corrective action to resolve them in a timely manner.
Developed an in-depth knowledge of company products, services, pricing plans, promotions, competitors.
Handled complaints, provided appropriate solutions and alternatives within the time limits; followed up to ensure resolution.
Assisted with placement of orders, refunds, or exchanges.
Mentored new employees on procedures and policies to maximize team performance.
Associate
Kerasotes Showplace 14
Secaucus, NJ
04.2017 - 05.2018
Greeted customers and provided information about movies, tickets, concessions, and theater policies.
Maintained a clean environment by sweeping floors, cleaning bathrooms, and wiping down concession areas.
Operated cash registers to process customer transactions for tickets and concession items.
Ensured compliance with health regulations related to food handling practices.
Education
Certificate - Law And Paralegal Studies
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
01.2025
Certificate - Diversity And Inclusion in HR Management
HR Certification Institute
Alexandria, VA
12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Saint Peter's University
Jersey City, NJ
12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
Saint Peter's University
Jersey City, NJ
12.2020
Skills
Employee Development
Employee Onboarding
Performance Assessment
Payroll Administration
Dispute Mediation
Corrective Action Planning
Legal Compliance
Talent Management
Office Administration
Computer Skills
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Manager of Cafe Concepts
IT'SUGAR
10.2019 - Current
Office Coordinator
TRIO Student Support Services
10.2018 - 12.2020
Customer Specialist
Hudson Greene Market
07.2018 - 02.2019
Associate
Kerasotes Showplace 14
04.2017 - 05.2018
Certificate - Law And Paralegal Studies
University of Cincinnati
Certificate - Diversity And Inclusion in HR Management