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Andrea Portillo

Buckeye

Summary

Dedicated and hardworking professional with extensive experience in customer service, retail, and hospitality environments. Proven ability to create positive shopping and dining experiences through excellent communication, product knowledge, and a commitment to cleanliness and organization. Skilled in handling cash transactions, managing inventory, and supporting team operations with flexibility and efficiency. Known for being dependable, quick to learn, and always ready to go the extra mile to ensure customer satisfaction. A strong team player with excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for helping others, I am eager to bring my energy, dedication, and customer-first mindset to a new opportunity.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Associate/ Stocker

Ross Dress for Less
11.2024 - 05.2025

Demonstrated strong organizational and customer service skills by maintaining a clean, welcoming store environment and ensuring a positive shopping experience. Effectively stocked and arranged merchandise by size and color for visual appeal and accessibility, while managing inventory levels and performing regular inventory control tasks such as counting and restocking. Accurately handled cash transactions, balanced registers, and minimized discrepancies during shift changes. Unloaded, sorted, and stocked merchandise efficiently in alignment with store layout. Maintained professionalism and composure in high-stress situations, resolving customer issues and conflicts promptly and effectively.

Retail Sales Associate

Target

Provided excellent customer service by greeting shoppers, assisting with product inquiries, guiding selections, and supporting purchases across all specialty departments, including tech. Maintained a clean, organized store environment to enhance the overall shopping experience. Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of new technology products, helping customers make informed decisions and tracking inventory levels to ensure availability. Assisted customers with returns, exchanges, and loyalty program sign-ups while following company policies and maintaining professionalism. Consistently ensured the sales floor was clean, well-stocked, and welcoming.

Busser/ To Go Specialist

Red Robin

Provided fast and efficient table turnover by quickly clearing, cleaning, and resetting tables to reduce wait times and maintain a welcoming dining environment. Maintained high standards of cleanliness throughout the restaurant, completing side work duties and ensuring supplies were consistently stocked for smooth shift operations. Trained new team members in bussing and cleaning procedures, contributing to overall team efficiency. Gracefully handled high-pressure situations and resolved customer concerns with professionalism. In the to-go area, answered phone orders, clearly communicated menu options, and coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely, accurate order preparation. Operated the cash register to process cash, debit, and credit transactions for to-go customers.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/ Psychology

Northern Arizona University
Online
05-2027

Skills

    Skilled in delivering exceptional customer service with a strong emphasis on relationship building and effective communication Experienced in cash handling and cash register operation, with proven accuracy and efficiency Adept at problem-solving and time management, consistently meeting deadlines and resolving issues promptly Demonstrates strong teamwork and collaboration skills, contributing positively to team dynamics and workplace morale Maintains a flexible schedule and adapts quickly to changing needs Possesses solid product knowledge, enabling informed customer support and driving sales through personalized recommendations

    Fluent in Spanish and English

Accomplishments

  • Completed multiple online courses to strengthen technical skills, including Microsoft Excel and document technology tools.
  • Continuously pursue self-improvement and skill development to stay current with workplace software and best practices.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Retail Associate/ Stocker

Ross Dress for Less
11.2024 - 05.2025

Retail Sales Associate

Target

Busser/ To Go Specialist

Red Robin

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/ Psychology

Northern Arizona University
Andrea Portillo