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Addison Nichols

Pendleton

Summary

Dynamic Shift Leader at Ziggis Coffee with a proven track record in empowering team leadership and resolving customer issues. Skilled in strategic thinking and staff training, I enhanced operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Committed to fostering a positive work environment while driving sales and maintaining high standards of service excellence.

Handles team needs with forward-thinking strategies and strong focus on daily requirements. Well-coordinated planner successful at coordinating schedules and workflows to meet business demands. Superior work ethic combined with resourceful and upbeat nature.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Shift Leader

Ziggis Coffee
02.2023 - Current
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
  • Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
  • Resolved conflicts between employees to maintain positive and productive work environments.
  • Managed inventory and ordered supplies to keep location well stocked with necessary supplies.
  • Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep business profitable and running smoothly.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
  • Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.

Sales Associate

Prime Car Wash
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
  • Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.
  • Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
  • Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.

Education

No Degree - Biology

The College of Wooster
Wooster, OH
05-2028

High School Diploma -

Pendleton Heights High School
Pendleton
06-2024

Skills

  • Empowering team leadership
  • Professional appearance
  • Strategic thinking
  • Shift checklists
  • Rules enforcement
  • Issue resolution
  • Staff training and development
  • Problem-solving
  • Customer service management
  • Shift leadership
  • Sales expertise
  • Positive attitude

Timeline

Shift Leader

Ziggis Coffee
02.2023 - Current

Sales Associate

Prime Car Wash
05.2022 - 08.2022

No Degree - Biology

The College of Wooster

High School Diploma -

Pendleton Heights High School
Addison Nichols