Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Vanessa Winnick

Independent
Whiting,United States
7
years of professional experience
Certified Trainer trains 1–2 new team members per month in quick-service customer service, register accuracy, and food-safety routines. Supports smooth shifts by coaching teammates, answering customer questions, and keeping service areas clean and organized. Reinforces reliable performance in a fast-paced environment through clear direction and consistent standards.

Work History

Commission Artist

7 Years 1 Month
Independent | 07.2019 - Current
  • Created artwork using various materials, including pens, paint, and computer software, to meet client specifications.
  • Collaborated with clients to understand and fulfill their artistic vision.
  • Presented preliminary and finished artwork to clients for approval, integrating feedback to ensure satisfaction.
  • Meeting deadlines collaborated and agreed on with client.

Certified Trainer

2 Years 9 Months
Potbelly Sandwich Works | 11.2023 - 08.2026
  • Developed and implemented training programs for new employees, enhancing onboarding experience.
  • Facilitated workshops to improve team performance and customer service skills.
  • Conducted regular assessments to evaluate trainee progress and training effectiveness.
  • Mentored staff in operational best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Assistant Manager

3 Months
Butterfingers Bakery | 05.2023 - 08.2023
  • In charge of making sandwiches and keeping deli area clean.
  • Arranging bakery items and keeping displays clean and organized.
  • Helping customers, answering their questions, and helping them receive the items they need.
  • Using a cash register and counting money.
  • Helping coworkers by giving them tasks and answering their questions.
  • Baking croissants and muffins.
  • Follow food safety regulations very intently.

Cashier

5 Months
Stevenson Dining | 08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Kept checkout and lobby areas clean and orderly.
  • Arranging and stocking merchandise.
  • Informed managers of any unsafe working conditions or problems.
  • Trained new team members to work as cashiers in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Processed orders quickly and accurately, completing 200+ daily transactions.
  • Helped customers by answering their questions and completing their requests.

Education

BFA - Drawing

Northern Illinois University | Dekalb, IL | 05-2026

Skills

Customer service
Strong verbal communication
Computer literate
Training & onboarding
Team coordination
Cleaning and sanitization
Food safety compliance
Cash handling
Inventory stocking
Order accuracy

Timeline

Certified Trainer

Potbelly Sandwich Works
11.2023 - 08.2026Read More

Assistant Manager

Butterfingers Bakery
05.2023 - 08.2023Read More

Cashier

Stevenson Dining
08.2022 - 01.2023Read More

Commission Artist

Independent
07.2019 - CurrentRead More

Northern Illinois University

BFA from Drawing
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Vanessa Winnick