Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Sewing, Painting, crochet, gardening, kayaking and hiking
Languages
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Tory Slicker

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Part Time Sale Manager

Carters Oshkosh
11.2022 - Current
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
  • Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Processing: shipment, inventory on sales floor and back stocking accordingly, Customer orders, and damaged items
  • Opening and Closing the store, including but not limited to: Handling the draws for the registers, the safe, and Morning and closing paperwork.
  • credit card sale trainer and seller for the store card
  • presentation leader : Executing new blue prints, inventory launches and products , maintaining inventory on the floor, and a clean presentation of the store
  • In summery in this position I was required to run the store as the LOD ( leader on duty ) in all aspects, I strived on my customer service to my best abilities , to have a positive work environment for my associates, my customers and myself at all times.

Seamstress Owner

Slicker Stitches
09.2010 - Current
  • Followed sewing instructions and inspected quality of finished pieces to exceed customer expectations.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area and verified safe and proper equipment functionality to reduce downtime.
  • Operated sewing machines to join, reinforce, or decorate products and performed hand stitching for smaller projects.
  • Inspected finished garments to address flaws and verify adherence to quality standards.
  • Measured and cut fabric for garment construction according to customer specifications.
  • Drew patterns and cut fabric pieces, assembled, and sewed to create wearable garment.
  • Assisted with inventory management and restocking of supplies for continuous availability.
  • Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.
  • Drafted designs and patterns for original garments.
  • Demonstrated proper textile handling and care related to cleaning, pressing and steaming.
  • Constructed well-tailored dresses, trousers and jackets with precise attention to detail.
  • Handling orders ,Customer service, Paperwork, advertising and all other parts of running a business

Landscaper

Self-employed
05.1999 - 10.2021
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Cultivated and replanted trees and plants to maintain landscaping areas.
  • Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
  • Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
  • Prepared soil for planting and sowing.

Sales Associate

Carters Oshkosh
11.2019 - 05.2021
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Generated new sales leads to achieve and exceed monthly sales goals.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.

Baker

Self-employed
04.2003 - 12.2019
  • Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
  • Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
  • Packaged finished products for sale.
  • Prepared dough for variety of pastries, cakes and breads.
  • Decorated cakes, cupcakes and other pastries according to customer requests.
  • Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls, and coffee cakes.

Photographer

Self-employed
10.2005 - 04.2014
  • Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
  • Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
  • Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
  • Captured stunning images for variety of projects.
  • Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.

Clown Entertainer

Self-employed
11.2003 - 08.2009
  • Communicated with guests clearly and with good humor to encourage laughter and excitement.
  • Adapted to various performance styles to suit diverse audiences.
  • Remained in costume for extended periods for maximum performance effect.
  • Danced, sang and conducted games encouraging guest participation through playful antics and engagement.
  • Practiced and rehearsed choreographed dance routines to deliver flawless venue performances.
  • Received coaching to refine skills and abilities.
  • Engaged with audiences to create memorable experiences at live performances.
  • I've taken classes in the fallow to improve me clowning skills, Face painting, Ballooning, Clowning, Juggling, Uni cycling, and hooping

Dishwasher

Hungarian Kitchen
02.2003 - 06.2003
  • Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
  • Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
  • Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.

Education

High School Diploma -

John Adams High School
05.2006

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Staff Development
  • Time Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Decision Making
  • Customer Service
  • Business Development
  • Problem Resolution

Sewing, Painting, crochet, gardening, kayaking and hiking

I consider myself a textile artist with a lot of my indoor hobbies revolving around textiles, I love being outdoors and feel nature is a way to heal a lot don't take advantage of the amazing benefits just being outside has to offer.

Languages

sign language
Limited Working

Timeline

Part Time Sale Manager

Carters Oshkosh
11.2022 - Current

Sales Associate

Carters Oshkosh
11.2019 - 05.2021

Seamstress Owner

Slicker Stitches
09.2010 - Current

Photographer

Self-employed
10.2005 - 04.2014

Clown Entertainer

Self-employed
11.2003 - 08.2009

Baker

Self-employed
04.2003 - 12.2019

Dishwasher

Hungarian Kitchen
02.2003 - 06.2003

Landscaper

Self-employed
05.1999 - 10.2021

High School Diploma -

John Adams High School

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