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Elayne Kirschman

Fort Collins

Summary

Professional pet care specialist with strong attention to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction. Skilled in animal care, inventory management, and sales assistance. Team player known for reliability and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Focused on delivering high-quality service and fostering positive client relationships.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Hostess

RAINFOREST CAFE
04.2023 - 07.2024
  • Aided guests with questions and concerns about their dining experience
  • Active involvement in 9-hour work periods with a positive demeanor
  • Engaged with people of all ages to meet and exceed guests experiences as they are welcomed
  • Identified and resolved miscommunications in scheduling with colleagues

Sales Associate

JOANN FABRICS AND CRAFTS
07.2022 - 06.2024
  • Asks open-ended questions to learn about customers' project needs and escorts them to the desired product's location
  • Processes customer transactions at the cutting counter and cash register in an efficient and friendly manner with professionalism and precision
  • Maintains high standards throughout the sales floor by cleaning and recovering shelves, putting away returns, and cleaning up any spills/messes with a sense of urgency
  • Assists with training new Team Members on running the register, cutting fabric, stocking shelves, and customer service

Veterinary Assistant Intern

KELLER ALL CREATURES ANIMAL CLINIC
10.2023 - 05.2024
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Handled laboratory tasks such as preparing samples for testing, running bloodwork analysis machines, and recording results for veterinarian review.
  • Improved clinic efficiency by maintaining clean and organized treatment areas, surgical suites, and animal housing facilities.
  • Facilitated smooth daily operations by maintaining equipment and stocking necessary supplies throughout the clinic.
  • Enhanced patient care by providing assistance in examinations, treatments, and surgeries.

Sales Associate

PET SUPPLIES PLUS
06.2021 - 01.2022
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Provided personalized service to customers by recommending products tailored to their individual pet''s needs, leading to increased customer loyalty.
  • Assisted customers in finding the perfect pet for their needs by sharing expert knowledge about various breeds, species, and temperaments.

Front of the House

CHICK FIL A
06.2020 - 03.2021

Served guests enthusiastically and thoroughly

  • Input orders and correctly handled money using a digitally controlled cash register
  • Managed drink making in a fast and efficient manner in-store and drive-thru
  • Maintained/sanitized the dining room, behind the counter, bathrooms, as well as the childrenʼs center
  • Answered guests questions and took orders over the phone with proper etiquette and friendliness

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Integrated Arts

Colorado State University
05-2028

Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Biology

Colorado State University
05-2028

Diploma -

Keller High School
05-2024

Skills

  • Animal care
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Cash handling proficiency
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Customer service
  • Friendly and helpful
  • Excellent communication

Timeline

Veterinary Assistant Intern

KELLER ALL CREATURES ANIMAL CLINIC
10.2023 - 05.2024

Hostess

RAINFOREST CAFE
04.2023 - 07.2024

Sales Associate

JOANN FABRICS AND CRAFTS
07.2022 - 06.2024

Sales Associate

PET SUPPLIES PLUS
06.2021 - 01.2022

Front of the House

CHICK FIL A
06.2020 - 03.2021

Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Biology

Colorado State University

Diploma -

Keller High School

Bachelor of Arts - Integrated Arts

Colorado State University
Elayne Kirschman