Sarah Hughes
Scottsdale
Summary
Dependable professional with a strong background in customer service and teamwork. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while ensuring customer satisfaction and maintaining a positive atmosphere in fast-paced environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
ISmoke Cigars & Vapes
Scottsdale, AZ
10.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted customers with product selection and provided recommendations based on preferences.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular stock checks and organization of displays.
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Educated customers on product features, benefits, and safety guidelines for cigars and vapes.
Head Hostess
Frasier Meadows Retirement Community
Boulder, CO
03.2024 - 09.2025
- Managed guest seating arrangements to optimize dining flow and enhance resident experience.
- Coordinated communication between kitchen staff and dining room to ensure timely service delivery.
- Trained new hostesses on operational procedures, customer service standards, and system usage.
- Assisted in developing and implementing dining event themes to promote community engagement.
Sales Associate
White House Black Market
Milwaukee, WI
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with team members to meet store goals and enhance customer experience.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly to ensure satisfaction.
- Participated in training sessions to improve product knowledge and sales techniques.
- Kept sales floor clean and organized, contributing to a welcoming shopping environment.
Sales Associate
DKNY Sport
Scottsdale, AZ
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Breakfast Hostess
U.S Egg
Scottsdale, AZ
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Greeted and seated guests promptly, ensuring positive first impressions for all customers.
- Managed daily breakfast service operations, maintaining quality standards and timely food delivery.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate meal preparation and ensure menu adherence.
- Monitored dining area cleanliness, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations at all times.
- Developed and implemented efficient seating plans to optimize table turnover during peak hours.
Sales Associate
Old Navy
Scottsdale, AZ
02.2021 - 03.2021
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
Restaurant Hostess
Liberty Station Tavern
Scottsdale, AZ
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Greeted and seated guests, ensuring prompt and friendly service.
- Managed reservations and waitlists using OpenTable software to optimize seating efficiency.
- Collaborated with kitchen and serving staff to communicate guest needs and special requests.
- Monitored dining area for cleanliness, addressing issues proactively to enhance guest experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chaparral
Scottsdale, AZ05-2022
Skills
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving skills
- Multi-tasking strength
- Problem-solving
- Reliable and punctual
- Flexible schedule
- Store opening and closing
Timeline
Sales Associate
ISmoke Cigars & Vapes
10.2025 - 01.2026
Head Hostess
Frasier Meadows Retirement Community
03.2024 - 09.2025
Sales Associate
White House Black Market
06.2022 - 08.2022
Sales Associate
DKNY Sport
08.2021 - 05.2022
Breakfast Hostess
U.S Egg
04.2021 - 06.2021
Sales Associate
Old Navy
02.2021 - 03.2021
Restaurant Hostess
Liberty Station Tavern
08.2020 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
Chaparral