Rabia Melikoglu
Chandler
Summary
Resourceful and adaptable individual with a background in food sampling and retail sales. Skilled in multitasking, problem-solving, and building customer relationships, contributing to enhanced shopping experiences and operational efficiency.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Sampler
Advantage Solutions
Gilbert, AZ
02.2026 - Current
- Conducted product sampling to engage customers and increase brand awareness.
- Delivered exceptional customer service while explaining product features and benefits.
- Collaborated with team members to set up and dismantle sampling stations efficiently.
- Adapted to varied store environments, ensuring compliance with safety and health regulations.
- Enhanced customer experiences by offering samples and detailed product information.
- Built strong relationships with store managers and staff, fostering a positive working environment.
- Greeted guests warmly and engaged in friendly informal conversation while explaining product and offering samples.
- Developed strong knowledge of various food items to effectively answer customer inquiries.
- Ensured food safety compliance in all sampling activities by following strict hygiene standards.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere at the sample station, encouraging customers to try new items.
- Collaborated with store staff to maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked sample stations.
- Gathered valuable feedback from customers to help improve future promotions and product offerings.
Sales Associate
99 Ranch Market
Chandler, AZ
11.2023 - 06.2025
- Assisted customers in product selection and provided knowledgeable service to enhance shopping experience.
- Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems to ensure accurate financial handling.
- Participated in training new associates, sharing best practices for customer engagement and service excellence.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Minimized wait times for customers during peak hours, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Prepared and served food items following health and safety regulations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to streamline operations.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
Sales Associate
Goodwill
Chandler, AZ
08.2019 - 09.2021
- Assisted customers with product selections, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular stock checks and organization.
- Trained new associates on sales techniques and customer service standards.
- Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems to ensure accuracy.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Supported store management in planning and executing seasonal promotions and sales events.
- Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gilbert High School
Gilbert, AZ05-1995
Skills
- Food safety
- Sample preparation
- Cooking techniques
- Hygiene practices
- Customer service
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Quick learner
- Positive attitude
- Multitasking
- Time management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Food Sampler
Advantage Solutions
02.2026 - Current
Sales Associate
99 Ranch Market
11.2023 - 06.2025
Sales Associate
Goodwill
08.2019 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
Gilbert High School