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Valerie Forsythe

Cottage Hills,IL

Summary

Accomplished First Assistant Manager and Licensed Massage Therapist with a proven track record at United Dairy Famers Inc. and MassageLuXe. Excelled in operational efficiency and staff training, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty. Skilled in sales strategies and therapeutic massage techniques, achieving significant improvements in client wellness and business growth.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

First Assistant Manager

United Dairy Famers Inc.

Licensed Massage Therapist

MassageLuXe
09.2023 - Current

Provide therapeutic massages to clients seeking pain relief and relaxation.

Licensed Massage Therapist

True Massage Therapy
04.2023 - 09.2023
  • Effectively managed time to ensure all appointments ran smoothly without compromising the quality of service provided to clients.
  • Improved overall wellness for clients by performing various massage techniques, including deep tissue, Swedish, and hot stone massages.
  • Provided safe, effective, and appropriate massage therapy techniques during customer appointments.
  • Cultivated a calm atmosphere within the massage space using soft lighting, tranquil music, or other desired elements that enhanced the therapeutic experience for clients.

Beverage Server

Ameristar Casino Resort Spa
03.2018 - 09.2023
  • Completed mandatory alcohol server training to comply with local regulations and maintain a safe environment for patrons.
  • Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly serving beverages and attending to special requests.
  • Developed rapport with regular customers, fostering loyalty and repeat business.

Food Server

Lumiere Place Casino
10.2014 - 03.2018
  • Followed food safety and sanitation guidelines to prevent foodborne illnesses and promote customer health and safety.
  • Maintained cleanliness of working areas to create pleasant and inviting atmospheres for guests.
  • Efficiently balanced multiple tasks, prioritizing responsibilities for optimal performance during busy shifts.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly food service.

Sales Associate

Midwest Petroleum Corp
03.2007 - 09.2014
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Education

Certification - Massage Therapy

Illinois Institute of Massage Therapy
Wood River
10.2021

Skills

  • Operational efficiency
  • Staff training and development
  • Goal setting and achievement
  • Sales strategies

Timeline

Licensed Massage Therapist

MassageLuXe
09.2023 - Current

Licensed Massage Therapist

True Massage Therapy
04.2023 - 09.2023

Beverage Server

Ameristar Casino Resort Spa
03.2018 - 09.2023

Food Server

Lumiere Place Casino
10.2014 - 03.2018

Sales Associate

Midwest Petroleum Corp
03.2007 - 09.2014

First Assistant Manager

United Dairy Famers Inc.

Certification - Massage Therapy

Illinois Institute of Massage Therapy
Valerie Forsythe