Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in business. Background in increasing profits, reducing costs and transforming customer service standards. Experienced in leading and supervising operational and sales teams.
Work History
Founder
MAKAZOE Jewelry
Boston, MA
01.2012 - Current
Designing and producing original fine jewelry using recycled metals and advanced traditional techniques including engraving, stone-setting, and repair
Web development, operations, marketing, customer service
Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
Service Department Manager
E.B. Horn Company
Boston, MA
11.2019 - 07.2023
Coordinated with other departments to maintain streamlined and productive workflow.
Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to build rapport and trust.
Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
Met with customers to discuss service needs and develop effective and practical solutions.
Negotiated with vendors to secure best prices for parts and supplies.
Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to replenish stock.
Assistant Manager
Rebekah Brooks Jewelry
Boston, MA
09.2018 - 08.2019
Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
Reviewed sales and gross profit report to assess company efficiency.
Server
Sulmona Restaurant
Cambridge, MA
03.2017 - 08.2018
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
Service Department Associate
E.B. Horn Company
Boston, MA
08.2014 - 11.2015
Antique & estate jewelry restoration
Polishing and cleaning jewelry as needed
Assisting the service department with counter service and data entry
Quality-control for all orders returning from shops
Server & Bartender
Amelia’s Trattoria
05.2010 - 01.2013
Provided proactive, courteous customer service.
Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
Server, Hostess, Bartender
Restaurant
Cambridge
04.2008 - 08.2010
Met points of service in a fast-casual setting, gained skills for future restaurant work.
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating.
Benefits Coordinator
The Community Builders, Inc
Boston, MA
03.2007 - 03.2008
Explained benefits to plan participants in easy to understand terms in order to educate each on available options.
Resolved issues and inquiries from plan participants regarding health and welfare benefits and deductions through telephone, email, and in-person interactions.
Provided all onboarding and benefits information for over 500 employees
Maintained databases relating to benefits and human resources department
Administered bookkeeping and reporting using Reportsmith, Excel, and Access
Worked closely with Accounts Payable, Payroll, HR and Benefits Vendors.
Administrative Assistant
The Community Builders, inc
Boston, MA
06.2005 - 09.2005
Assisted all departments with filing, updating, and organizing digital databases
Converted paper files to electronic by scanning and manually cataloguing PDF files
Provided front desk assistance as needed
Handled data analysis, contact management and miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Editorial Assistant
Liz Linder Photography
Brookline, MA
11.2002 - 08.2005
Organized and archived thousands of negatives and contact sheets
Edited photographs from various shoots including weddings and portraits, and retouched photos as needed with Photoshop
Assisted in accounting and invoicing with QuickBooks.
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