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Wendy Ortiz

Houston,TX

Summary

Professional with extensive experience in boutique operations and customer service, specializing in coffee consultation and espresso preparation. Successfully advised customers on Nespresso products, conducted tastings, and demonstrated brewing techniques, enhancing customer engagement and satisfaction. Managed daily store operations, including sales transactions and inventory management, while maintaining a luxury aesthetic. Recognized for consistently exceeding sales goals and cultivating strong customer relationships through personalized service.

Overview

2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Coffee Specialist (key holder)

Nespresso Boutique
Houston, Tx
06.2020 - Current

Results-driven professional in boutique operations and customer service, specializing in coffee consultation and espresso preparation. Advised customers on Nespresso products, conducted tastings, and demonstrated brewing techniques to enhance engagement. Managed store operations, including sales transactions and inventory, while upholding a luxury aesthetic. Recognized for exceeding sales goals and fostering strong customer relationships through personalized service.

Open and close the boutique manage the opening or closing duties as of accounting and manage cash.

Lead Sales Associate

Dillards Department Store
Houston, Texas
10.2007 - 09.2019
  • Assisted Dillard's department store customers with merchandise selection and styling support.
  • Operated POS register for sales, returns, exchanges, and payment processing.
  • Maintained polished selling floor through folding, replenishment, and department recovery.
  • Received “Pace Setter”) award for 11 consecutive years (sales exceeding $300,000)

• Cultivated relationships with returning customers, enhancing loyalty through personalized service.

 Responsible for training new employees

 Partnered with suppliers to evaluate and select new product offerings, improving store inventory.

 Surpassed sales goals by engaging customers effectively and promoting products tailored to their needs.

 Promoted and recommended complementary products to enhance customer purchases and satisfaction.

Education

Business Administration Tourism

Liceo Italiano
09.1995 - 06.1998

Some College (No Degree) - International Business

HCC
Houston, TX

Skills

  • Espresso preparation
  • Coffee brewing
  • Flavor profiling
  • Nespresso machines
  • Espresso machine operation
  • Coffee cupping
  • Coffee consultation

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional

Certification

  • Houston Health Department Food Manager and Handler Certification. (5 years).
  • Red Cross Certified (CPR).

Timeline

Sr. Coffee Specialist (key holder)

Nespresso Boutique
06.2020 - Current

Lead Sales Associate

Dillards Department Store
10.2007 - 09.2019

Business Administration Tourism

Liceo Italiano
09.1995 - 06.1998

Some College (No Degree) - International Business

HCC
Wendy Ortiz