Wendy Blake
KEENE,NH
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with a proven track record at Market Basket, excelling in inventory control and customer service. Recognized for enhancing client satisfaction through effective communication and quality assurance. Adept at packaging and merchandising, consistently driving sales and fostering positive relationships in fast-paced environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Bakery Clerk
Market Basket
11.2025 - Current
- Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes, and pies to drive product sales.
- Packaged customer purchases with care and strong organizational skills to facilitate easy carrying and prevent product shifting.
- Monitored counter and display inventory by replacing stock and requesting new products from kitchen to keep areas well-stocked for maximum sales.
- Decorated and merchandised quality bakery goods to build business reputation and revenue base.
- Used utensils and equipment to portion, wrap and display bakery items.
- Helped customers locate ideal menu items by listening to needs and recommending specific products or services.
LNA/MNA
Rivermead Retirement Community
04.2008 - 03.2014
- Adaptable individual with exceptional interpersonal skills and talent for building relationships. Known for delivering outstanding service and enhancing client satisfaction. Focused on fostering positive interactions and creating collaborative environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Direct Support Professional
Residential Resources
07.2002 - 09.2008
- Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes, and pies to drive product sales.
- Packaged customer purchases with care and strong organizational skills to facilitate easy carrying and prevent product shifting.
- Monitored counter and display inventory by replacing stock and requesting new products from kitchen to keep areas well-stocked for maximum sales.
- Decorated and merchandised quality bakery goods to build business reputation and revenue base.
- Used utensils and equipment to portion, wrap and display bakery items.
- Helped customers locate ideal menu items by listening to needs and recommending specific products or services.
LNA
C and C Healthcare
07.2006 - 09.2008
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Education
Associate Degree - Legal Assistant
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA07.1999
High School Diploma - Economics
Penn Foster High School
Scranton, PA06.1992
Skills
- Pastry packaging
- Inventory control
- Customer inquiries
- Menu item expertise
- Quality assurance
Timeline
Bakery Clerk
Market Basket
11.2025 - Current
LNA/MNA
Rivermead Retirement Community
04.2008 - 03.2014
LNA
C and C Healthcare
07.2006 - 09.2008
Direct Support Professional
Residential Resources
07.2002 - 09.2008
Associate Degree - Legal Assistant
Penn Foster Career School
High School Diploma - Economics
Penn Foster High School