Savannah Simmons
San Jose
Summary
Hello, I am Savannah Simmons. I'm a motivated and forward-thinking professional with a proven history of leadership, planning, and problem-solving. I’m adept at collaborating with teams to accomplish demanding goals, motivating staff, and managing resources efficiently. Recently new to the area, I’m eager to learn, grow, and take on new challenges that build my skills. I am seeking a position that fosters growth and offers opportunities to develop my leadership abilities. My aim is to contribute meaningfully to a company that values professionalism, integrity, strategic thinking, and community impact.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Receptionist
Silverado Veterinary Hospital
08.2025 - Current
- Facilitated smooth daily operations by answering incoming calls, directing inquiries, and taking messages for veterinarians as needed.
- Provided compassionate support during difficult situations such as end-of-life decisions or emergency visits, establishing trust with clients.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Educated owners on basic medication information and provided them with directions for proper use.
- Properly helped triage incoming patients and alert staff.
Assistant Manager
Dutch Brothers
06.2023 - 08.2025
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
- Organized training sessions for new hires to familiarize them with the workplace environment.
- Communicated regularly with customers to gain insights into their needs.
- Effectively balanced cost control with inventory availability by ordering within budget and securing adequate stock for ongoing operations.
Crew/Order Writer
Trader Joe's
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Greeted customers as they entered the store, provided friendly customer service and responded to inquiries.
- Assisted in training new employees on store procedures and policies.
- Handled customer purchases, returns, and exchanges accurately using a cash register and point-of-sale system.
- Tracked customer purchasing patterns through POS reports to enhance sales strategies and inventory planning.
Expeditor
Northblock
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Conducted final quality checks on presentation, temperature, and completeness before food left the kitchen.
- Acted as the communication liaison between front-of-house and back-of-house staff to ensure smooth order flow.
- Reviewed tickets to ensure accuracy, proper timing, and delivery of orders.
- Organized storage space for incoming goods in an efficient manner while adhering to safety standards.
Small Business Assistant
Vanpatten Furnishing
12.2019 - 11.2021
- Proficient in utilizing software tools to track orders, analyze sales trends, and optimize workflow.
- Demonstrated dedication to fostering positive, long-term partnerships with clients and vendors.
- Answered customer inquiries via phone, email, and in-person with professionalism and product knowledge.
- Supported marketing efforts by managing social media accounts, creating content, and assisting with promotions.
Administrative Assistant
Campus Dental Care
06.2017 - 08.2020
- Greeted visitors in a professional manner, responding to inquiries and directing them to appropriate personnel.
- Updated contact lists regularly when changes occur in employee status or contact information.
- Developed and maintained filing systems for confidential documents and records.
- Answered questions from customers regarding products and services offered by the company.
- Scheduled appointments between clients and customers and internal staff members.
- Managed and promoted marketing events.
Education
Diploma -
Valley Oak High School
Napa, CA11.2020
Skills
- Quickbooks
- POS Systems (Xenial)
- Clover
- Microsoft Word
- Dentrix
- Cornerstone
- Google Suites
- Inventory Management
- Business & Social Media Marketing
- Employee Training
- Customer Relations
- Team Leadership
Timeline
Veterinary Receptionist
Silverado Veterinary Hospital
08.2025 - Current
Assistant Manager
Dutch Brothers
06.2023 - 08.2025
Crew/Order Writer
Trader Joe's
01.2023 - 01.2024
Expeditor
Northblock
09.2021 - 01.2023
Small Business Assistant
Vanpatten Furnishing
12.2019 - 11.2021
Administrative Assistant
Campus Dental Care
06.2017 - 08.2020
Diploma -
Valley Oak High School