Adam Pinard
Canyon Lake
Summary
Driven professional with a track record of enhancing sales and guest engagement in both a restaurant and retail setting. Excelled in suggestive selling and POS operation, boosting sales through strategic item promotion and superior guest service. Strong work ethic and effective time management through maintaining a high GPA while participating in college football, as well as working part-time.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Olive Garden
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Upsold high-profit items to enhance sales numbers.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
Sales Associate and Social Media Manager
Signs4Realtors
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome realtors looking for custom open house and for sale signs.
- Ran social media sites to bring attention to the company and invite new potential customers to the business.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Wrapped, boxed and weighed products for shipping as well as delivered to local customers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12.2025
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Mt. San Jacinto College
Menifee, CA12.2023
Whittier College
Whittier, CAHigh School Diploma -
Santa Rosa Academy
Menifee, CA05.2022
Skills
- Sales Techniques
- Guest Engagement
- Item promotion
- Suggestive Selling
- Strong Work Ethic
- Cash Handling
- Point of sale operation
- Menu Memorization
Timeline
Server
Olive Garden
01.2023 - 08.2024
Sales Associate and Social Media Manager
Signs4Realtors
05.2021 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Mt. San Jacinto College
Whittier College
High School Diploma -
Santa Rosa Academy
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