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Melanie Galapon

Surrey,BC

Summary

Detail-oriented [Job Title] enhancing service and sales culture in retail environment. Demonstrated skills in backroom organization, restocking shelves and planogram management. Self-motivated, organized, and professional in customer-oriented environments.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Deli /Clothing Sales Associate

Real Canadian Superstore
Langley, British Columbia
02.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in product selection, offering advice on fit, style, color and fabric.
  • Helped maintain security within the store by keeping an eye out for shoplifters or suspicious activity.
  • Created displays that highlighted featured items or seasonal trends.
  • Processed cash payments for customer purchases.
  • Operated cash register accurately and efficiently during checkout process.
  • Provided customers with information about promotions and discounts available.
  • Assisted in organizing special events such as fashion shows or promotional activities.
  • Adhered to all safety policies and procedures while handling products.
  • Conducted price comparisons between similar items from different stores upon customer request.
  • Checked incoming shipments of merchandise against purchase orders for accuracy.
  • Operated the cash register to complete transactions.
  • Answered phone calls from customers regarding inquiries about products or services offered by the store.
  • Cleaned fitting rooms after each customer use.
  • Replenished supplies such as hangers, bags and tags when necessary.
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Maintained a neat and organized sales floor.
  • Folded and hung clothing items according to store standards.
  • Restocked shelves with new merchandise as needed.
  • Ticketed items with pricing and markdowns and restocked sales floor according to merchandising plan.
  • Recovered clothing items from fitting rooms and returned to specified department areas.
  • Performed stock processing by filling and stocking floor racks and backstock racks.
  • Processed sales transactions using POS system and returned receipts and payment cards to customers.
  • Communicated item availability with retail team members and shoppers.
  • Followed company standards for merchandise presentation and planograms of best apparel and displays.
  • Facilitated positive guest experiences by promptly locating desired items for customers.
  • Implemented store visual standards with proper product placement and advertisement displays.
  • Followed store policies and procedures for handling merchandise, returns, and exchanges.
  • Monitored sales floor to prevent shoplifting, reporting suspicious activities to security.
  • Prepared and maintained a clean, organized store environment, enhancing the shopping experience.
  • Assisted in training new sales associates, sharing knowledge and best practices for customer service.
  • Processed cash and card transactions at checkout, ensuring accuracy in handling payments and giving change.
  • Engaged in upselling and cross-selling techniques to increase sales and enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Utilized POS systems to process sales, returns, and exchanges efficiently.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with regular customers, encouraging loyalty and repeat visits.
  • Processed returns and exchanges, ensuring customer satisfaction and adherence to store policies.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current fashion trends and store inventory to offer informed suggestions.
  • Developed strong product knowledge to answer customer questions and make recommendations effectively.
  • Managed fitting rooms, ensuring cleanliness and availability for customer use.
  • Assisted customers in selecting clothing items by providing fashion advice and personal recommendations based on preferences.
  • Organized in-store displays to promote new products or special offers, attracting customer interest.
  • Coordinated with team members to manage high-traffic periods, ensuring a smooth shopping experience for customers.
  • Greeted customers upon entry, offering guidance and assistance in navigating store layout.
  • Coordinated and merchandised seasonal collections and designs based on trending styles.
  • Replenished stock on the sales floor, ensuring merchandise is displayed attractively and accessible to customers.
  • Prepared promotional displays and set up clearance signs to move older products and prepare for new seasonal lines.
  • Addressed customer requests for certain items and resolved service issues to maximize satisfaction.
  • Offered customers maximum value by continuously learning about new products and related services.
  • Worked with management to quickly replenish low or out-of-stock items.
  • Maintained customers' available product selections by quickly replenishing products from incoming freight.
  • Audited inventory to identify and correct discrepancies.
  • Greeted customers promptly to engage and assist with apparel needs.
  • Recovered and organized stock throughout each shift to keep racks customer-ready.
  • Processed sales for customers and encouraged additional purchases with excellent cross-selling abilities.
  • Updated pricing to reflect permanent changes and temporary sales drops.
  • Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
  • Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
  • Recommended, selected and located merchandise based on customer desires.
  • Ticketed, arranged and displayed merchandise to promote sales.
  • Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust sales strategies accordingly.
  • Computed purchases and received and processed cash or credit payment.
  • Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
  • Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
  • Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
  • Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
  • Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
  • Watched for and recognized security risks and thefts to prevent or handle situations.
  • Described merchandise and explained use, operation and care.
  • Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.

Housekeeper/Building Maintenance Worker

Alpine Building Maintenance
Surrey, British Columbia
03.2011 - 01.2021
  • Organized closets with hangers for guests' clothing items.
  • Delivered requested items such as extra pillows or blankets to guest rooms.
  • Replenished supplies such as drinking glasses and coffee cups in guest rooms.

Clean offices everyday after office hours

  • Emptied trash receptacles throughout the property.
  • Responded to requests from guests regarding housekeeping needs.
  • Inspected guest rooms after cleaning to ensure they were presentable.
  • Observed proper use of chemicals when cleaning various surfaces.
  • Ensured that all health standards were met during cleaning operations.
  • Stocked amenities such as soap, shampoo and toilet paper in guest rooms.
  • Maintained a clean linen closet by folding sheets neatly on shelves.
  • Disinfected telephones, light switches and other frequently touched objects.
  • Scrubbed kitchen appliances, countertops and fixtures.
  • Changed bed linens and towels, tidied up rooms.
  • Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.
  • Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
  • Sanitized all areas of the hotel lobby and public restrooms.
  • Reported any maintenance issues or damage to supervisors immediately.
  • Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
  • Used cleaning chemicals following proper guidelines.
  • Requested maintenance orders to fix non-working equipment and address room damage.
  • Maintained and organized cleaning supplies stock.
  • Emptied wastebaskets and disposed of soiled linens in guest rooms to reduce spread of germs and enhance freshness.
  • Dusted ceiling air conditioning diffusers and ventilation systems to improve airflow.
  • Laundered sheets and removed stains to restore linens to pristine condition.
  • Removed finger marks and smudges from doors, frames and glass partitions to enhance shine.
  • Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
  • Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
  • Reported maintenance concerns or repairs to appropriate supervisor for prompt remediation.
  • Interacted pleasantly with clients and guests when performing daily duties.
  • Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping and scrubbing.
  • Moved beds, sofas and small furniture to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
  • Assisted in laundry services including washing, drying, and folding linens.
  • Used appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling hazardous waste or chemicals.
  • Returned rooms to occupant-ready status to satisfy future guests.
  • Sanitized and cleaned sinks, mirrors, toilets and showers.
  • Prepared rooms for meetings and arranged decorations, media equipment and furniture for social or business functions.
  • Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.
  • Communicated with maintenance team on damages to repair.
  • Delivered ironing boards, baby cribs and rollaway beds to guests' rooms.
  • Cleaned rugs and upholstery using vacuums and fabric shampoo when necessary.
  • Sorted and counted linens and organized in storage areas.
  • Swept and damp-mopped private stairways and hallways.
  • Rendered detailed and timely cleaning services while working in fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
  • Returned vacant rooms to occupant-ready status by deep cleaning, changing linens, restocking inventory and removing trash.
  • Maintained well-stocked and well-organized service carts to support efficient and timely cleaning services.
  • Inspected furniture for damage or stains in between guest stays.
  • Dusted and polished fixtures and cabinet hardware to maintain sparkling appearance.
  • Waxed and polished wood furnishings to restore faded appearance.
  • Replaced sheets and pillowcases daily and used hospitality corners on beds to provide comfort for guests.
  • Inspected the interior and exterior of buildings for any signs of damage or needed repair.
  • Repaired minor plumbing issues such as clogged toilets and leaking faucets.
  • Cleaned carpets using vacuum cleaners and shampooers to remove dirt and stains.
  • Performed general cleaning tasks such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and waxing floors.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations related to malfunctioning equipment or safety hazards.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Major in Garments

Cagayan State University
Lasam Cagayan Philippines

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Visual merchandising
  • Point of sale operations
  • Product knowledge
  • Sales processing
  • Fashion advice
  • Store organization
  • Customer engagement
  • Team player attitude
  • Customer needs assessment
  • Store maintenance
  • Product processing

Timeline

Deli /Clothing Sales Associate

Real Canadian Superstore
02.2023 - Current

Housekeeper/Building Maintenance Worker

Alpine Building Maintenance
03.2011 - 01.2021

Some College (No Degree) - Major in Garments

Cagayan State University
Melanie Galapon