RESUME
EDUCATION:
Bell High School, Washington, D.C , May 2017
Virginia State University, Petersburg, VA
Bachelor of Art’s: Mass Communication; Concentrations in Public Relations, May 2022
RELEVANT COURSES:
Introduction to Criminal Justice, Media Law and Ethnic Survey, Media Research, Public Presentation, Public Relations, and Critical Thinking.
EXPERIENCE:
Tatte Bakery & Cafe, Washington, DC
Counter Team Member Sept 2023- Present
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Responsible for providing high quality and gracious customer service to guest
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Complies with and follows all safety & sanitation standards at all times
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Monitor a clean and well stocked cafe stations, includes expo and dining room areas
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Determine guest needs by asking questions and sharing product knowledge
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Pastries/register; take guest orders using point of sale system or register
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Runner; delivers coffee beverages and food to guests
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Expo; execute all product and packaging standards
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Communicate effectively with managers and associates to collaborate on daily task and/or special
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Restock GFS daily deliveries
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Communicate with Managers and Corporate leaders for improvements and/or shift projects
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Ross Dress for Less, Washington, DC
Area Supervisor Aug 2022- Aug 2023
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Key holder duties; included properly opening/closing the store by Ross standards
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Properly filed documents physically and electronically; confidential and public records.
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Responded to incoming calls and emails.
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Evaluated Ross company’s dashboard, Customer Service monthly performance report, Shortage Indicator Report, and monthly audits for further improvements to increase customer satisfactory.
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Communicated effectively with Managers and Associates to collaborate on daily task and/or special projects.
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Utilized Leadership Field Action skills to take on repeated opportunities for future improvements.
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Ensured accountability and execution for coaching opportunities for Associates
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Manager Cash pulls and bank deposits are conducted to Company policy.
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Front End duties when needed. Complied and adhered to the policies and procedures that refer to refund approval, Associate purchase approval, securing tills and cash in safe, register Paid Outs/Ins, void approval, register media and break schedules.
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Controlled payroll administration including daily punch edits, Associate scheduling compliance, Sunday payroll transmission and Payroll reporting as needed.
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Completed weekly markdown and filing administration duties
Front End Supervisor, Promoted March 2022 – Aug 2022
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Executed all Company Best Practices and maximizes productivity by minimizing steps and extra touches when working. Ensures Associates are executing to Company standards at the Front End.
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Maintained pace, energy and "presence" at the Front End, managing the line to expedite; Customers wait time
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Trained and coached Associates on cash registers, shortage control policies and other Front-End procedures. To meet friendly and productivity standards.
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Controlled Retail Associates' break schedule for backups, lunches and breaks.
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Ensured all equipment is functioned properly.
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Restocked essential supplies and cleaned the Front-End area.
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Ensured go backs are expedited, properly scanned, security tagged and ticketed.
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Monitored all Associates the "Scan and Bag" best practice.
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Ensured salability of merchandise on the Front End, aisle tables, Men's/Women's 4-way features, and specialty racks.
Cashier/Salesfloor associate, Promoted Nov 2021- March 2022
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Ensured recovery, sizing and markdowns are completed to Company standards by coaching, assigning tasks, and following up per Company best practice.
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Unloaded merchandise truck when needed.
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Processed all merchandise with a sense of urgency.
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Showcased receipt of all non-merchandise inbound deliveries (i.e. signs, supplies, special deliveries, etc.).
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Responsible for cleanliness and organization of all Stockrooms.
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Delivered and restocked merchandise on sales floor when all merchandise is processed.
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Responsible for ensuring any back-stock is secured and processed to Company policy.
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Responsible for merchandising of department including the back stock.
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Responsible for the reduction of loss due to damage and/or external theft.
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Ensured compliance to the monthly presentation guidelines in assigned area.
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Managed all floor moves and signage, including promotional signage as needed.
Loss Prevention SPS, Promoted July 2020 - Nov 2021
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Comprehended and complied with the Loss Prevention Awareness Program and Store Loss Prevention which included maintaining a large Customer service presence on the sales floor, Customer and Associate engagement and heightened Loss Prevention awareness.
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As a representative of Ross Leadership, demonstrates integrity and honesty in all interactions with Associates and Customers.; Safeguards confidential information, cash and credit card information and merchandise.
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Ensured Public View Monitor (PVM) system is maintained properly.
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Conducted "Code 50" package inspections and/or Associate bag check.
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Executed all Company Best Practices and maximizes productivity by minimizing steps and touches while working.
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National Institution of Health, Bethesda, MD Summer 2018
Administrative Intern
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Provided administrative duties such as organizing and filing documents.
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Learned office etiquette
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Completed mini assignments that corresponded with my internships
Black Girl Health, Washington, DC Summer 2018
Virtual Intern
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Wrote themed blogs twice a week for creative content for company’s website
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Research content daily on African American women’s health
Mentoring in Medicine, Washington, DC Summer 2018
Virtual Intern
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Created a Facebook health page for high blood pressure called “Hypertension awareness”
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Prepared and presented media content, conducted meetings with health professionals, and completed research projects
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:
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Public Relations Student Society of America, Secretary 2018-2022
SKILLS:
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
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Critical/creative thinking and problem-solving skills
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Proficient organization skills
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Excellent administration performance
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Strong organizational and work ethic