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Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Bridget Ota Osayi
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Bridget Osayi

Upper Darby

Summary

Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.

Attentive cosmetologist with several years of experience. Dedicated to long-term relationships with clients and high-quality beautification. Successful at maintaining professional workspaces while remaining welcoming and thoughtful about each customer's needs.

Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
2011
2011
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cosmetologist

Self Employed
Upper Darby
03.2009 - Current
  • Provided consultations to clients on beauty treatments, products and services.
  • Maintained accurate records of customer services provided.
  • Trained new staff members on salon policies and procedures.
  • Managed appointments through scheduling software program.
  • Educated clients on proper skin care techniques and products.
  • Applied makeup for special occasions such as weddings or proms.
  • Assisted senior stylists with complex color formulations.
  • Advised clients on how to maintain their new hairstyles at home.
  • Attended continuing education classes to stay up-to-date with trends in the industry.
  • Engaged with customers by providing friendly conversation during services.
  • Upsold various treatments or packages when appropriate.
  • Performed haircuts, coloring, highlighting and styling techniques.
  • Ensured proper sanitation practices were followed at all times.
  • Created customized hair styles according to client's preferences and facial features.
  • Maintained cleanliness of salon equipment and tools.
  • Performed scalp treatments to improve hair health and texture.
  • Assisted customers in selecting appropriate retail products for their needs.
  • Developed a loyal client base through excellent customer service.
  • Promoted additional services or products available in the salon.
  • Carried out waxing services for eyebrows, legs, arms and other body parts.
  • Collaborated with other professionals in the beauty industry.
  • Kept notes listing preferences and services provided to clients for quick reference.
  • Met with customers to discuss style preferences and special requirements before treatment.
  • Treated customers to shampooing and head massage to promote loyalty.
  • Stayed up-to-date on current and emerging trends to increase professional value and meet diverse client needs.
  • Maintained relationships with long-term clients while successfully handling daily walk-in appointments.
  • Evaluated client's hair and physical features to determine style and cut plans.
  • Met with new clients and provided successful hair consultations detailing expectations for color, style and cut.
  • Backed up reception desk by answering phones, scheduling appointments, and processing payments.
  • Assisted with basic bookkeeping, filing and maintaining clients' records.

Salon Owner/Operator

Bridge Beauty Studio LLC
Upper Darby
03.2009 - Current
  • Assessed inventory needs for hair care products, cosmetics. on an ongoing basis.
  • Implemented quality control measures throughout the salon to maintain high standards of service delivery.
  • Performed administrative duties such as filing paperwork and responding to emails.
  • Maintained salon finances, including budgeting, payroll and bookkeeping.
  • Investigated new trends in beauty industry services to stay current with offerings available at the salon.
  • Inspected workstations regularly to ensure they are clean and organized.
  • Managed staff by recruiting, training and coaching employees.
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure repeat business from satisfied clients.
  • Adhered to state laws and regulations regarding licensure, sanitation standards.
  • Ordered supplies and equipment needed for daily operations.
  • Monitored stock levels of products used in services offered at the salon.
  • Reviewed employee timecards on a weekly basis ensuring accuracy of hours worked.
  • Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers who provide necessary items for running the salon.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff members to discuss performance goals.
  • Analyzed financial reports on a monthly basis to identify areas of improvement in the business.
  • Developed service packages for customers seeking a variety of treatments.
  • Promoted special offers through social media platforms to attract new customers.
  • Resolved customer complaints quickly and efficiently while maintaining professionalism.

Education

Cosmetologist/CO284958 - Cosmetology

Empire Beauty School
Harrisburg , PA
09.2005 - 06.2014

License Practical Nurse/PN267208 - Practical Nursing

Greater Lowell Technical School
Tyngsboro, MA
06.2001 - 06.2002

Adult General Educational Certification
Lowell, MA

Practical Nurse/PN267208 - Practical Nursing

Greater Lowell Technical School
Harrisburg , PA

Skills

  • Hair color formulation
  • Makeup application
  • Skin care education
  • Sanitation practices
  • Salon management
  • Customer relationship management
  • Inventory assessment
  • Staff training
  • Marketing strategies
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Team building
  • Time management
  • Facial massage techniques
  • Cuticle trimming
  • Hair assessments
  • Chemical texture services
  • Client education
  • Client consultation
  • Product knowledge
  • Hair styling
  • Cosmetics selection assistance
  • Body hair removal
  • Braid trained
  • Social media promotion

Certification

  • Commonwealth of Pennsylvania : Cosmetologist: License Number: CO284958: Expiration: 01/31/2026
  • Empire Beauty Schools : Diploma : Cosmetologist: 06/13/2014

Accomplishments

  • Empire Beauty Schools: Certificate of Achievement: 90/90 Club for Excellence and Recognition, dated 3/28/14, and 5/9/14
  • Empire Beauty Schools: Honor Roll Award: In recognition and completion of Academic Excellence given on the 31 day of March, 2014

Bridget Ota Osayi

  • Loyal Member of the Associated Hair Professionals: October 28,2021

Timeline

Cosmetologist

Self Employed
03.2009 - Current

Salon Owner/Operator

Bridge Beauty Studio LLC
03.2009 - Current

Cosmetologist/CO284958 - Cosmetology

Empire Beauty School
09.2005 - 06.2014

License Practical Nurse/PN267208 - Practical Nursing

Greater Lowell Technical School
06.2001 - 06.2002

Adult General Educational Certification

Practical Nurse/PN267208 - Practical Nursing

Greater Lowell Technical School
Bridget Osayi