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Brenda Barajas

Napa

Summary

Proven to enhance customer satisfaction at Smiths Pharmacy through expert medication knowledge and exceptional communication skills. Skilled in multitasking and problem-solving, consistently resolved complaints and inquiries, boosting loyalty. Demonstrated organizational prowess and cash handling, ensuring efficient operations. Achieved a notable increase in positive customer feedback, underlining a commitment to excellence and teamwork.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Clerk

Smiths Pharmacy
Saint Helena
11.2021 - Current
  • Answered customer questions about prescribed and OTC medications.
  • Received telephone calls from physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals requesting information about medications or supplies.
  • Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
  • Assisted with preparing insurance forms for reimbursement purposes.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding drug interactions, side effects, dosage and storage information.
  • Answered telephone calls promptly and assisted customers by directing calls to appropriate personnel.
  • Operated cash register, handled financial transactions, and balanced cash drawer at the end of shifts.
  • Provided excellent customer service in a friendly manner to all clients visiting the pharmacy counter.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining professionalism at all times.
  • Verified prescriptions and drug labels, documents and packages.
  • Adhered to HIPAA regulations when handling confidential patient information.

Cashier

Home Depot
Napa
08.2021 - 10.2021
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Preserved appearance of store by arranging and replenishing displays and merchandise racks.
  • Processed sales transactions to prevent long customer wait times.
  • Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.
  • Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
  • Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by sanitizing register belts, emptying trash cans and organizing candy racks.
  • Trained and mentored new cashiers to maximize performance with skilled, efficient and knowledgeable team members.
  • Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.

Food Service Worker

SUBWAY®Restaurants
Napa
03.2019 - 06.2021
  • Stored perishable food items in freezer or refrigerator to protect from spoilage.
  • Followed established cash handling procedures when collecting payment from customers.
  • Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
  • Gathered ingredients and cleaned and cut food items to prep recipes.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
  • Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.
  • Stocked supplies such as food, dishes, utensils, and cleaning materials.
  • Prevented spoilage and cross-contamination by storing food in designated containers and storage areas.
  • Operated cash register to process cash, check, and credit card transactions.
  • Served meals to customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
  • Chopped ingredients and prepped food items ahead of lunchtime and dinner rush periods.
  • Greeted customers upon arrival in the dining area.
  • Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators and heating equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  • Assisted with inventory management and restocking supplies as needed.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up workstations with necessary supplies.
  • Followed staff performance and service standards to deliver consistent and positive customer experiences.
  • Mopped floors and cleaned walk-in refrigerators and storage areas to maintain hygienic, sanitized work area.
  • Refilled condiments, napkins and server workstations.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Cashier

Kohl's
Napa
10.2020 - 12.2020
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
  • Established or identified prices of goods and services and tabulated bills with optical price scanners and cash registers.
  • Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally in accordance with company policy.
  • Maintained current knowledge of store promotions to highlight sales to customers.
  • Welcomed customers, offering assistance to help find store items.
  • Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
  • Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
  • Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield.

Education

High School Diploma -

Vintage High School
Napa, CA
06-2020

Skills

  • Medication knowledge
  • Problem solving Abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Telephone etiquette
  • Excellent Communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Cash Handling

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Clerk

Smiths Pharmacy
11.2021 - Current

Cashier

Home Depot
08.2021 - 10.2021

Cashier

Kohl's
10.2020 - 12.2020

Food Service Worker

SUBWAY®Restaurants
03.2019 - 06.2021

High School Diploma -

Vintage High School
Brenda Barajas