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PET CARE ASSOCIATE
Professional Summary
Energetic Pet Care Associate capable of tackling new challenges in busy work settings. Team-oriented with compassion for cats, dogs and other domestic pets. Seeking new opportunity working with animals to create dynamic play sessions.
Skills
- Pet feeding and care
- Positive pet interaction
- Pet exercise
- Pet waste removal
- Customer service and assistance
- Species-specific temperament knowledge
- On and off-leash walks
- Animal grooming tools
- Examining animals
- Compassionate
- Responsible
- Motivated
- Communication skills
- Personable
- Outgoing
- Loves animals
- Analyzing fish health
- Grooming and bathing
- Pet first aid and CPR certified
Education
El Camino CollegeCity, State09/2019High School Diploma
Work History
Nemacolin Woodlands Resort- Pet Care Associate
Farmington , PA07/2018 - 09/2019
Farmington , PA07/2018 - 09/2019
- Cared for sick or injured animals by seeking out veterinary care and notifying owners
- Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites and hair mats
- Picked up and placed animal waste produced in public areas in proper receptacles
- Spoke to customers regarding lodging, grooming, daycare services and pricing and cross-sold additional items, including dog treats, pet food and toys
- Walked pets outside 2 times per shift to prevent accidents in group play areas and on bedding
- Greeted pet owners and performed intakes to go over array of available services, outline costs and determine special needs of animal while in care
- Welcomed customers upon arrival and ushered pets to holding kennels or group play areas
- Supervised animals during group play sessions, checking for aggressive behavior and to prevent biting among dogs
Sage Intacct- Dog Sitter
San Jose , CA06/2019 - 08/2019
San Jose , CA06/2019 - 08/2019
- Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming and trimming
- Supported optimal animal health and comfort with frequent bedding changes
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs
- Organized full-service care for regular customers, including picking up and dropping off animals and client locations
- Followed all pet care instructions, including dietary needs and medication regimens
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities
- Greeted pet owners and performed intakes to go over array of available services, outline costs and determine special needs of animal while in care
- Restocked supplies and rotated items to keep teams efficient and prevent expiration of perishable goods
- Communicated effectively with clients by phone and text to determine appropriate pickup times
- Managed and ensured pet safety and wellness in owners' absence
- Maintained and updated daily log of time spent with dogs for calculating payments, itemizing activities and services provided
- Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles
- Watched animal behaviors and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries or potential diseases
- Maintained clean and organized boarding areas to promote animal wellbeing
- Administered medications or wellness protocols including parasite preventative, vitamins and supplements, and treatments for acute conditions
- Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases
- Changed bedding weekly to promote optimal health and comfort for each animal
- Observed animals and conducted examinations to identify signs of injury, illness or disease
Sunrise Senior Living- Sales Associate
Abington , PA10/2018 - 01/2019
Abington , PA10/2018 - 01/2019
- Moved materials to designated staging areas.
- Implemented up-selling strategies, encompassing recommendation of accessories and complementary purchases.
- Trained and developed Justice's in company processes, product knowledge, customer service and selling techniques.
- Educated customers on promotions to enhance sales.
- Worked alongside retail representatives to boost sales by enhancing product presentations and advertising collateral.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.
- Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
- Analyzed and properly processed product returns, assisting customers with finding alternative merchandise to meet needs.
- Maintained records related to sales, returns and inventory availability.
- Answered customer questions regarding sizing and accessories and explained how to properly care for merchandise.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
Chick-Fil-A Inc.- Food Server
City , STATE08/2017 - 02/2018
City , STATE08/2017 - 02/2018
- Organized and replenished supplies at food stations to optimize team performance
- Loaded trays with accessories, including eating utensils, napkins and condiments
- Greeted incoming guests and managed accurate seating based on customer desires and server loads
- Enhanced operational efficiency by using slow periods to restock employee and customer supplies, including ice, condiments, utensils, napkins, trays and delivery bags
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices
- Replenished food items and other supplies, which included paper products and canned goods to keep pantry well-stocked during busy periods
- Used downtimes to prepare ingredients and restock supplies for expected busy periods
- Answered guests' questions about menu items and helped make selections
- Collected trash, wiped up spills and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons
- Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress
- Operated and sanitized all equipment in safe and propermanner
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School Attended
- El Camino College
Job Titles Held:
- Pet Care Associate
- Dog Sitter
- Sales Associate
- Food Server
Degrees
- High School Diploma
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