Savannah VanDyke
Coeburn
Summary
A dynamic professional with a proven track record at Forever 21, adept in machinery operation and exceptional customer service. Demonstrates strong team leadership and problem-solving abilities, enhancing team efficiency and customer satisfaction. Known for quick learning and adaptability.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Forever 21
Mackenzie Braaten
11.2023 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Mom Power
Sandra
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- This was a volunteer opportunity that my college had. It was to help moms learn better ways to care for their child.
- I work with the child team every Tuesday from 9:30am-1:00pm.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Farm Hand
Kim Osborne
05.2022 - 06.2024
- Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
- Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, milking cows, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
- Operated various farm machinery including tractors, plows, and balers for efficient land cultivation and crop production.
- Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
- Contributed to overall farm efficiency by performing regular equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
- There was a horse camp for children for three days in June. I helped them learn how to ride a horse and how to take care of them.
Barista
Andrea Hicks
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
- Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
- Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently preparing and serving high-quality beverages.
- Adhered to strict food hygiene regulations, minimizing risk of contamination or illness among customers.
- Streamlined order processing through accurate cash handling and efficient use of the point-of-sale system.
- Packaged bagels, muffins and other food items for customer purchase.
- Prevented infections and maintained store professionalism by cleaning and sanitizing work areas daily.
- Learned special recipe items and seasonal offerings to best meet customer needs.
- Helped management keep adequate supply on hand by notifying of shortages.
- Elevated customer loyalty by using strong communication abilities to resolve customer problems.
- Followed exact recipes for mixing and preparing beverage and food items.
- Sanitized equipment and wiped down counters and tables to prevent spread of germs.
- Learned every menu item's preparation and numerous off-label drinks to meet customer needs.
- Prepared specialty drinks such as cappuccinos, lattes and mochas.
- Elevated coffee quality and consistency using precise measurements and techniques for every order.
- Solved equipment malfunctions swiftly, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous service.
Education
Psychology
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN05-2026
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Wise, VA05-2022
Skills
- Heavy lifting
- Friendly and outgoing
- Time management
- Team player
- Dependable and hardworking
- Cash handling
- Machinery operation
- Opening and closing duties
- Problem-solving
- Active listener
- Feeding livestock
- Cleanliness
- Tractor operation
- Exceptional customer service
- Animal care
- Team leadership
Accomplishments
- I have worked at Forever 21 for a little over a year now and got promoted to Cashier Specialist. I train new workers, assist with customer problems, I work with managers, and I work a lot with money and computers.
- I recently got accepted in The National Society of Leadership and Success.
- I have made the Dean's List twice while in college (Fall 2023, Spring 2024)
Timeline
Forever 21
Mackenzie Braaten
11.2023 - Current
Mom Power
Sandra
10.2023 - 07.2024
Farm Hand
Kim Osborne
05.2022 - 06.2024
Barista
Andrea Hicks
05.2022 - 08.2022
Psychology
East Tennessee State University
High School Diploma -
Central High School
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