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Jennifer Addy

Administrative Position With SD#36
Surrey

Summary

Friendly, knowledgeable and dedicated former customer service representative who loves to challenge herself and learn new things. Over 11 years experience in various customer service roles, including retail, food + beverage, and group travel/call center customer service in a corporate setting. Currently a stay-at-home parent for the last 10+ years and am eager to get back to working in a role outside of the home.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
25
25
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Customer Service Representative

Indigo Books & Music
10.2022 - Current
  • Collaborate with team members to develop best practices for consistent customer service delivery.
  • Resolve customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Conduct training sessions for Customer Service Representatives on various aspects of the job including soft skills development, product knowledge enhancement, and procedural updates.
  • Implement feedback loops that encouraged continuous improvement among team members by sharing insights about exceptional service delivery techniques.
  • Handle escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
  • Develop rapport with customers through active listening skills, leading to higher retention rates and positive feedback from clients.
  • Assist customers in navigating company website and placing online orders, improving overall user experience.
  • Manage high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.

Temporary Customer Experience Manager

Indigo Books & Music
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Managed escalated customer issues promptly, ensuring timely resolutions and maintaining positive relationships.
  • Supervised daily operations and sales functions to maximize revenue, customer satisfaction, and employee productivity.
  • Handled complaints, provided appropriate solutions, and alternatives within appropriate timeframes and followed up to achieve resolution.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies regarding returns, exchanges, and check acceptance procedures.
  • Collaborated with management to develop strategies for improving the overall shopping experience.
  • Assisted with merchandising tasks as needed to maintain store appearance standards and promote product visibility.
  • Operated POS cash register and equipment to collect payments.
  • Supervised cashiers to boost customer service levels, check accurate balance for transactions and promote smooth operations.

Stay-at-home Parent

To two lovely children
04.2012 - 10.2022

Spent 10+ years enjoying being home with my young children. I went back to work part time in October 2022, once my kids got a bit older.

  • Managed daughter's soccer team and was in charge of communicating directly to the team parents about schedules, tournament information, and relayed information from both the club and coaching staff.
  • Started and grew a small party supply business as well as a children's clothing line. Created websites, was in charge of marketing, production and shipping of products as well as fielding customer inquiries and resolving any issues that arose.

Barista Shift Supervisor

Starbucks
02.2008 - 04.2012
  • Worked in fast paced Drive Thru location with hundreds of guests per day.
  • Generated friendly atmosphere by encouraging employees to greet and speak to customers.
  • Restocked and cleaned stations and facilities to maintain cleanly and operable standards.
  • Advised customers on whole bean and bulk tea purchases by detailing origin, flavor and pairing recommendations.
  • In charge of seasonal changeover and store merchandising.
  • Handled and resolved customer issues and complaints with professionalism and tact to drive customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Trained, scheduled and supervised barista workers to maintain and uphold store policies and optimize staffing patterns.
  • Created "First Place" coffeehouse experience through customer service, beverage preparation and presentation, in-store marketing and thorough cleanliness and sanitation of space.
  • Operated cash register for cash, credit and gift card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.

Group Reservation Agent/Product Manager

Expedia CruiseShipCenters Corporate Office
09.2003 - 01.2008
  • Provided customers with information about availability and pricing.
  • Provided high level of customer service to each person by engaging customer and using active listening and effective interpersonal skills.
  • Resolved various issues and discrepancies for customers.
  • Managed online booking inquiries and assisted guests and travel partners with questions throughout entire booking cycle.
  • Prepared customer invoices, accepted payments and processed refund and cancellation requests.

Cashier

IKEA Canada
04.2002 - 09.2003
  • Tallied cash drawer at beginning and end of each work shift.
  • Utilized POS system to handle customer cash and credit card transactions.
  • Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
  • Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Frank Hurt Secondary School
Surrey, BC
09.1996 - 06.2021

Diploma - Advanced Special Effects Makeup And Prosthetics

John Casablancas Institute
Vancouver, BC
03.2008 - 11.2008

Skills

Creative problem solving

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Timeline

Temporary Customer Experience Manager

Indigo Books & Music
11.2023 - 02.2024

Customer Service Representative

Indigo Books & Music
10.2022 - Current

Stay-at-home Parent

To two lovely children
04.2012 - 10.2022

Diploma - Advanced Special Effects Makeup And Prosthetics

John Casablancas Institute
03.2008 - 11.2008

Barista Shift Supervisor

Starbucks
02.2008 - 04.2012

Group Reservation Agent/Product Manager

Expedia CruiseShipCenters Corporate Office
09.2003 - 01.2008

Cashier

IKEA Canada
04.2002 - 09.2003

High School Diploma -

Frank Hurt Secondary School
09.1996 - 06.2021
Jennifer AddyAdministrative Position With SD#36