Melanie Barraza
Los Angeles
Summary
Results-driven Retail Professional with expertise in cash handling, customer engagement, and problem-solving. Known for reliability and adaptability in fast-paced environments, consistently enhancing team performance and achieving operational goals. Focused on delivering positive customer experiences and driving business success through effective collaboration and strategic solutions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier
Candlelight Bakery
Lynwood, CA
10.2025 - Current
- Greet customers and deliver attentive service while managing 50+ daily transactions using POS system, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Accurately take customer orders in person and by phone, including custom cake orders and special requests, ensuring fulfillment of client expectations.
- Leverage product knowledge of cake flavors, fillings, decorations, and sizing to guide customers in selections, promoting informed purchasing decisions.
- Ensure cleanliness of the storefront, display cases, and tables according to health and sanitation standards.
Cashier
Joys Sportswear
Lynwood, CA
03.2023 - 10.2025
- Greeted customers, answered questions, and guided them to appropriate clothing selections to enhance shopping experience.
- Maintained up-to-date product knowledge to assist customers in making informed purchasing decisions.
- Restocked inventory and handled returns and exchanges professionally.
- Restocked inventory and processed returns and exchanges efficiently to ensure customer satisfaction.
Cashier / Food Prep
Blue Banana
Huntington Park, CA
06.2020 - 01.2025
- Processed customer orders, handled payments, and resolved concerns efficiently.
- Processed customer orders and handled payments, ensuring timely resolution of concerns.
- Maintained inventory and reordered supplies.
- Kept work areas clean and organized, ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
Education
Associate in Science - General Studies
El Camino College
Torrance, CA01-2027
High School Diploma - undefined
South East High School
South Gate, CA06-2024
Skills
- POS Systems
- Customer Engagement
- Reliability
- Time Management
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Cash handling
- Problem Resolution
- Team Collaboration
- Organization
- Reliability and punctuality
- Patience and empathy
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Cashier
Candlelight Bakery
10.2025 - Current
Cashier
Joys Sportswear
03.2023 - 10.2025
Cashier / Food Prep
Blue Banana
06.2020 - 01.2025
High School Diploma - undefined
South East High School
Associate in Science - General Studies
El Camino College