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Willow Hanson

Seattle

Summary

I am a dynamic leader and innovative designer with over 30 years in customer service. I excel in customer relations and staff development. Known for building lasting client relationships and pioneering creative ideas and problem solving, my approach significantly elevated business success. Expert in team leadership and efficient task delegation, I foster environments where creativity and productivity thrive.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager/Lead Designer

Cedarhouse Flowers
04.2020 - Current
  • I foster an environment of clear communication, and a space we all look forward to being in.
  • I manage, train and motivate our staff to be productive, efficient and engaged in their work.
  • I organize daily tasks, large events, and handle all the preparation and organization for our busiest times of the year.
  • I build real connections with clients, resulting in long term customer relationships.
  • I maintain a professional, positive, organized, and safe environment for employees and clients.

Nanny/Family Assistant

Richards / Noone Family
11.2020 - 09.2024
  • I cultivated a healthy, engaging & loving environment for this child since she was born.
  • I assisted with family chores and errands.
  • I made sure to get her involved in activities outside of her normal circle, and encouraged her to think for herself to empower her and build confidence.
  • I prepared meals and snacks for this child based on dietary guidelines and creativity.
  • I developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
  • I supported her in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.

Bartender/Server

Mariott Residence Inn
01.2019 - 02.2020
  • I ran this large venue most of the time on my own, and received much praise from our broad clientelle.
  • I served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • I managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • I performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, cleaning setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • I efficiently opened and closed the bar and restaurant according to established procedures, ensuring cleanliness and preparedness for each shift.

Bartender/Server

Skylark Cafe & Club
08.2018 - 02.2020
  • In this loud, packed and dark venue, I excelled in efficiency & excellent service.
  • This bar was family friendly for limited hours, so I dealt well with all age groups.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.

Designer

Young Flowers
09.2017 - 04.2019
  • I was a designer in this this high end, customer oriented, busy Seattle institution.

Server

Highway 99 Blues Club
02.2018 - 12.2018
  • In this loud, dark and vibrant venue, I navigated not being able to verbally communicate with my customers, with efficiency, accuracy and excellent service.
  • I demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • I served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • I worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • I collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.

Server/Bartender Assistant

13th Ave Pub
08.2016 - 08.2018
  • In this large, fast-paced and demanding venue, I excelled in time management and customer satisfaction.
  • I built genuine relationships with our clientele, and was often their preferred employee to serve them.
  • I demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • I served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • I worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • I collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.

Manager/Lead Designer

Midnight Blossom
08.2014 - 09.2017

I was hired as a designer, and was quickly promoted to store manager, based on my service, skills, and genuine care for the success of the business. I developed a close relationship with the owners, even watching their child outside of work.

Manager/Lead Designer

Avant Garden Florist
07.1994 - 08.2014
  • I managed, lead & trained the staff her for over 15 years.
  • I came up with ideas to make this new store be efficient, well-run, and a happy place to be.
  • I built strong relationships with clientele and employees alike.
  • I innovated new design techniques that I taught to the other designers taking us to a successful level above our competition.

Education

No Degree - Psychology And Writing

Shoreline Community College
Seattle, WA

Skills

  • Excellent customer service
  • Efficiency
  • Team leadership
  • Task delegation
  • Engaging personality
  • Compassionate & caring
  • Solid decision-making
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Staff training and development
  • Staff management

Timeline

Nanny/Family Assistant

Richards / Noone Family
11.2020 - 09.2024

Manager/Lead Designer

Cedarhouse Flowers
04.2020 - Current

Bartender/Server

Mariott Residence Inn
01.2019 - 02.2020

Bartender/Server

Skylark Cafe & Club
08.2018 - 02.2020

Server

Highway 99 Blues Club
02.2018 - 12.2018

Designer

Young Flowers
09.2017 - 04.2019

Server/Bartender Assistant

13th Ave Pub
08.2016 - 08.2018

Manager/Lead Designer

Midnight Blossom
08.2014 - 09.2017

Manager/Lead Designer

Avant Garden Florist
07.1994 - 08.2014

No Degree - Psychology And Writing

Shoreline Community College
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