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Vahishta Mehta

Markham

Summary

High-energy Store Manager bringing extensive experience in retail settings. Set and enforced consistent standards to maintain staff satisfaction and meet performance targets. Dynamic relationship-builder with organized nature and sound judgment focused on maximizing team efficiency.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Showcase
10.2022 - Current
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.

Sales Associate

Showcase
03.2022 - 10.2022
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.

Cashier/Front of House Team Member

Bath & Body Works
10.2021 - 04.2022
  • Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
  • Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
  • Set up new sales displays each week with fresh merchandise.

Cashier

Costco
10.2020 - 12.2020
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.

Bartender

Edward Hotel, North York
02.2019 - 02.2020
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.

Laundry Attendant

Edward Hotel, North York
09.2019 - 11.2019
  • Operated laundry equipment and loaded machines, paying careful attention to capacity restrictions.
  • Assisted with cleaning and maintenance of laundry equipment to keep machines in proper working order.
  • Collected soiled linens and clothing and pretreated stains.
  • Set up wash and dry cycles with appropriate settings such as spin speed, temperature, and cleaning agents.

Banquet Server

Quality Inn & Conference Center
11.2012 - 06.2014
  • Set up banquet tables and chairs based on event requirements.
  • Carried out professional service, retaining polite and friendly approach at all times.
  • Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
  • Arranged linens and table settings according to seating plan and event theme.
  • Performed opening and closing duties for banquet hall, following checklist to restock supplies and clean up all service areas.
  • Maintained flexible work schedule to meet event needs.
  • Maintained event cleanliness during service by promptly clearing dishes after each course.
  • Adhered to all health and safety regulations while serving food and beverages.

Breakfast Attendant

Comfort Inn & Suites
09.2011 - 10.2012
  • Disposed of trash, wiped kitchen areas and mopped floors to meet health department sanitation inspection guidelines.
  • Executed efficient breakfast bar set-up and operations beginning at early hours and finishing prior to check out times.
  • Resolved guest concerns quickly regarding food selection, beverage availability and freshness.
  • Arranged assortment of pastries, oatmeal and cereals to satisfy diverse appetites and optimize guest experience.
  • Replenished hot and cold food table and stocked beverage dispensers, plates and utensils and ice supply.
  • Stocked clean plates, glasses and utensils to foster sanitary environment and reduce risk.
  • Monitored food and beverage supplies, assisting with restocking when needed.
  • Monitored dining room inventory and replenished as necessary.

Education

High School Diploma -

Danforth Collegiate Institute And Technical School
Toronto, ON

Skills

  • POS Systems
  • Payroll Management
  • Employee Training
  • Team Development
  • Retail Inventory Management
  • Store Merchandising

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Store Manager

Showcase
10.2022 - Current

Sales Associate

Showcase
03.2022 - 10.2022

Cashier/Front of House Team Member

Bath & Body Works
10.2021 - 04.2022

Cashier

Costco
10.2020 - 12.2020

Laundry Attendant

Edward Hotel, North York
09.2019 - 11.2019

Bartender

Edward Hotel, North York
02.2019 - 02.2020

Banquet Server

Quality Inn & Conference Center
11.2012 - 06.2014

Breakfast Attendant

Comfort Inn & Suites
09.2011 - 10.2012

High School Diploma -

Danforth Collegiate Institute And Technical School

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