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Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
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Valerie Smith

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: 2 weeks notice

Desired Job Title

associate workerFamily Ranchwaitress, assistant manager

Work Type

Part Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemote
Location: US
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$0/hr - $1000/hr

Important To Me

Career advancementWork from home optionFlexible work hours

Summary

Results-driven professional with extensive experience in operations and customer service. Proven track record of enhancing team performance and customer satisfaction in dynamic settings. Highly skilled in problem-solving, time management, and effective communication, ensuring optimal productivity and collaboration.

Work History

associate worker

Walmart
North Platte, NE
12.2024 - Current
  • Assisted team members with daily operational tasks and workflow management.
  • Learned safety protocols and best practices for equipment usage in the workplace.
  • Supported inventory management by organizing and labeling supplies effectively.
  • Maintained cleanliness in work areas to ensure a safe environment for all staff.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
  • Followed instructions accurately to complete assigned tasks on time.
  • Engaged in training sessions to enhance skills and understanding of role responsibilities.
  • Communicated effectively with team members to address issues and share updates.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, safety standards.
  • Performed data entry tasks accurately and efficiently.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Adhered to company policies when dealing with customers.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations pertaining to customer service operations.
  • Provided guidance and support to junior team members.
  • Identified opportunities to improve processes related to customer relations.
  • Evaluated existing procedures related to handling customer queries and proposed improvements accordingly.
  • Monitored team performance and identified areas of improvement.
  • Implemented changes based on feedback received from customers.
  • Analyzed customer service trends and provided recommendations for improvement.
  • Utilized problem solving skills to address complex customer issues.
  • Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
  • Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
  • Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
  • Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.

Family Ranch

Self-employeed
North Platte, NE
09.2003 - 03.2015
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Assisted with ranch operations and caregiving.
  • Ranch work included working with cattle branding and herding, raising poultry for egg laying and meat, fixing yard fences and pastures, gardening a various assortment of crops including potatoes, watermelon, and tomatoes, and field work.

waitress, assistant manager

Arby's
North Platte, NE
1983 - 1989
  • Trained in opening and closing procedures for over-the-counter service.
  • Served as assistant manager, overseeing daily operations and team performance.
  • Supervised daily operations and ensured smooth restaurant workflow.
  • Trained new staff on service standards and operational procedures.
  • Managed inventory levels and coordinated supply orders with vendors.
  • Assisted in developing customer service initiatives to enhance guest experiences.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas for guest satisfaction.
  • Monitored inventory levels to ensure sufficient stock was available at all times.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining professionalism.
  • Addressed employee grievances promptly in accordance with company procedures.
  • Analyzed operating costs related to labor, food waste and other expenses.
  • Conducted regular meetings with restaurant staff to discuss performance issues or changes in policies.
  • Provided superior customer service by anticipating guests' needs and responding promptly to their inquiries.
  • Trained, supervised and evaluated staff on proper service techniques, sanitation standards and menu items.
  • Ensured compliance with all food safety regulations and established quality standards.
  • Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders to customers' tables.
  • Maintained thorough knowledge of menu to describe dining options.
  • Held performance reviews to identify and correct areas needing improvement.
  • Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
  • Trained new employees to perform duties.
  • Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
  • Resolved problems or concerns to satisfaction of involved parties.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
  • Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
  • Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
  • Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.

Education

High School Diploma -

North Plate High School
05-1980

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Mid Plains Community College
North Platte, NE
09-2015

Some College (No Degree) - English

Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA

Bachelor of Arts - English

Southern New Hampshire University
New Hampshire
12-2026

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Data entry
  • Production machinery operation
  • Safety protocol adherence
  • Customer relationship management
  • Team collaboration

Affiliations

  • Hobbies include gardening and reading.

Timeline

associate worker

Walmart
12.2024 - Current

Family Ranch

Self-employeed
09.2003 - 03.2015

waitress, assistant manager

Arby's
1983 - 1989

High School Diploma -

North Plate High School

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Mid Plains Community College

Some College (No Degree) - English

Regent University

Bachelor of Arts - English

Southern New Hampshire University
Valerie Smith