David Vasquez
Minneapolis
Summary
Sales Associate with experience in maintaining knowledge of merchandise and store policies, ensuring customers receive accurate information and assistance. Demonstrated ability to track sales performance metrics, identify market trends, and develop promotional strategies that enhance sales volume. Proven skills in processing transactions efficiently while providing exceptional customer service, resolving complaints professionally, and training new employees on operational procedures. Strong teamwork and communication abilities fostered relationships with peers and management to support overall store success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Linn companies
Cottage Grove
03.2024 - Current
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Tracked sales performance metrics to identify trends in market place.
- Processed credit card transactions quickly and securely.
- Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
- Developed promotional strategies to increase sales volume.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Processed returns, exchanges, and refunds in accordance with company policies.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application or usage.
- Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
- Used technology resources to assist customers in locating and selecting items.
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
- Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
- Watched for and recognized security risks and thefts to prevent or handle situations.
- Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
- Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
- Maintained records related to sales for store management.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
- Assessed customer needs to provide assistance and information on product features.
Crew Member
SuperMom’s Bakery
Saint Paul Park
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Cleaned restaurant area by sweeping floors, wiping tables and emptying trash receptacles.
- Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.
- Adhered to health department regulations regarding food handling procedures.
- Followed all safety guidelines while operating equipment such as slicers, fryers and ovens.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of store policies regarding payments, returns and exchanges.
- Assisted with training new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Attended training sessions and meetings to learn new information and develop personal skills.
- Developed essential skills and techniques through diligent practice.
- Worked alongside senior team members to learn related job tasks and roles.
- Worked closely with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout shift.
- Provided guidance and training to new employees when needed.
- Assisted in stocking shelves with merchandise from backroom inventory.
- Removed expired and overripe items to provide freshest options and eliminate health risks.
Temp Worker
Amerilabtech
Plymouth
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Scanned documents into digital format for easy retrieval.
- Resolved customer complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions processed throughout the day.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Transported goods to designated areas within the warehouse facility.
- Inspected damaged goods prior to disposal or return to vendor.
- Assembled orders according to customer requests.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
Grill Cook
Chipotle
Columbia Heights
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Complied with all safety standards while on the job.
- Prepared a variety of foods including salads, sandwiches and entrees using established recipes.
- Organized delivery services for catering events as requested.
- Ensured all food was cooked to the correct temperature as per health code regulations.
- Trained new employees on grill operations and safety protocols.
- Assisted in restocking kitchen supplies when necessary.
- Inspected equipment daily for cleanliness and functionality prior to use.
- Made sure that all orders were filled in an accurate and timely manner.
- Monitored grill temperature to ensure proper cooking times.
- Cleaned and organized grilling area, stocked supplies, and prepared food items to order.
- Kept work area clean at all times by sweeping floors, wiping down counters, tables with sanitizer solution and washing dishes, utensils properly after each shift.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Stored foods in designated areas by following standard wrapping, dating and rotation procedures.
- Monitored kitchen productivity and assessed overall productivity and workflow.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
Maintenance Groundskeeper
Washburn mcreavy
Minneapolis
07.2020 - 05.2021
- Identified areas needing additional attention or repair.
- Installed lighting fixtures along pathways or around buildings.
- Assisted with special events held outdoors by setting up tents and tables if needed.
- Assisted with the installation of new landscaping elements such as plants, grasses and trees.
- Ordered supplies needed for grounds keeping activities.
- Removed debris from sidewalks, driveways and parking lots using rakes, brooms or leaf blowers.
- Responded promptly to requests for emergency repairs or preventive maintenance work orders.
- Adhered to company policies regarding use of tools and equipment.
- Developed plans to improve the appearance of the grounds over time.
- Cleaned gutters on a regular basis to ensure proper drainage of water away from buildings.
- Provided snow removal services during winter months including shoveling walkways and spreading salt on icy surfaces.
- Performed regular maintenance of grounds, including mowing, edging, trimming and pruning shrubs and trees.
- Prepared soil and gardens for planting and laid down mulch and sod.
- Planted seeds, bulbs and shrubs and applied mulch to protect against weeds.
Education
High School Diploma -
Patrick Henry High School
Minneapolis, Minnesota06-2020
Skills
- Upselling techniques
- Cash handling
- Visual merchandising
- Product knowledge
- Employee training
- Customer service
- Friendly and outgoing
- Time management
- Listening skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Multi-tasking strength
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Cash register operation
- Excellent people skills
- Goal oriented
- Stocking and receiving
- Store opening and closing
- Cleaning techniques
- Upselling
- Food preparation
- Food safety
- Equipment maintenance
- Communication skills
- Hard-working
- Strong work ethic
- Willing to learn
- Quick-learning
- Knife skills
- Quality control
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability
- Heavy lifting
- Snow removal
- Leaf blowing
- Yard mowing
- Landscape maintenance
- Adapting to audience
- Inventory management
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Willingness to learn
- Multitasking and organization
- Cleaning
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Taking orders
- Safety awareness
- Basic math
- Integrity and honesty
- Self-discipline
- Crew leadership
- Food running
- Diversity awareness
- Stock management
- Machine operations
- Production line work
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Accomplishments
- Employe of the quarter 2024
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sales Associate
Linn companies
03.2024 - Current
Crew Member
SuperMom’s Bakery
04.2022 - 05.2023
Temp Worker
Amerilabtech
08.2021 - 02.2022
Grill Cook
Chipotle
05.2021 - 08.2021
Maintenance Groundskeeper
Washburn mcreavy
07.2020 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
Patrick Henry High School