After My Military Career, I followed my husband on his military Journey. I have become proficient in POS systems, Customer service. As well as office administration with Quickbooks Online and Act for scheduling, repairs, installs, customer requests and orders. I am able to work with minimal supervision and have always made it a priority to give a positive customer experience.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Owner / Office Manager
DogWatch of Southeastern Ontario, Inc.
08.2011 - 08.2024
- Created and sent invoices to customers
- Accepted payments for services due (cash, checks, credit cards)
- Managed purchase orders, including accepting and processing them
- Handled all banking duties: online transactions, check and cash deposits, and credit card processing
- Paid monthly bills, including government taxes (GST, HST, payroll tax)
- Collected all month-end data for the accountant to ensure accurate financial records
- Sent and received mail
- Maintained continual contact with head office regarding updates on new products and important information
- Used QuickBooks Online for financial management
- Managed a customer database using ACT Accounting, tracking customer purchases, installations, and payments
- Provided phone and in-person customer service, assisting with replacing broken components, selling new components, and offering phone support for various issues.
Cashier
Metro Grocery Store
08.2009 - 05.2011
Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Cashier
Home Depot
03.2009 - 07.2009
Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
Cashier Supervisor
Zellers HBC
10.2005 - 06.2007
Quickly and accurately counted drawers at start and end of each shift.
Built positive relationships with customers to increase repeat business.
Maintained a safe working environment, ensuring that all employees adhered to company policies and regulations at all times.
Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently handling cash transactions and addressing customer concerns.
Maximized efficiency in checkout lines by effectively managing cashier schedules during peak hours.
Backed up cashiers and customer service employees on questions such as rules on refunds and defective items.
Trained and coached cashier team members on checkout procedures and strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
Medical Assistant
Canadian Armed Forces
01.1990 - 01.1997
- Retained extensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
- Provided medical care and support in various military settings
- Demonstrated proficiency in emergency medical procedures and patient care.
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
Professional Installer/Field Service Technician/Customer Service Representative at Dogwatch Of Central GeorgiaProfessional Installer/Field Service Technician/Customer Service Representative at Dogwatch Of Central Georgia