Sara Alicea
Langhorne
Summary
Hardworking Cashier Assistant focused on helping team deliver best-in-class customer experiences. Adept at quickly bagging items based on weight and size. Hands-on experience using cash register to check out customers.
Multi-talented professional with many years of experience stocking retail merchandise and processing customer transactions. Skilled at receiving orders, organizing products on shelves, and providing excellent customer service.
Enthusiastic retail professional with hands-on experience in customer service, payment processing and sales. Strong communicator and team player, eager to learn new processes to support overall organizational success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Cashier Assistant
Home Deopt
Langhorne
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and recommendations.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout areas.
- Handled cash, credit, and returns following store policies.
- Engaged with customers to create a welcoming environment.
- Checked out customers quickly but accurately ensuring all items are scanned properly.
- Provided accurate cash register operations, including accepting payments and providing change.
Security
Aguada security
Puerto rico
07.2020 - 09.2023
- Monitored fire, medical, and security alarms on campus.
- Maintained database security and access controls.
- Performed system updates such as patching, security fixes.
- Performed regular security checks on the data center facility and its equipment to ensure compliance with established security protocols.
- Monitor security cameras for suspicious activity.
Housekeeping Cleaner
Novant Healthcare
Charlotte,
03.2016 - 10.2019
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in guest rooms and common areas.
- Performed deep cleaning tasks using industry-standard tools and supplies.
- Ensured proper disposal of waste and recycling materials daily.
- Collaborated with team members to meet cleaning schedules efficiently.
- Reported maintenance issues to management for prompt resolution.
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, replenished supplies such as soap and toilet paper.
- Swept and mopped floors, cleaned carpets, dusted furniture and fixtures.
- Maintained a clean work area at all times by sweeping or vacuuming daily.
- Followed safety rules when handling cleaning chemicals according to OSHA regulations.
- Transported trash to designated disposal areas.
Associate
Morris Iron and Steel
Philadelphia
02.2013 - 07.2017
- Collaborated with teams to streamline operations and improve workflow efficiency.
- Assisted in inventory management and tracking of steel products and materials.
- Supported quality control initiatives to maintain safety and compliance standards.
- Organized backroom areas to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Performed cash register functions accurately and efficiently.
- Handled incoming calls from customers regarding orders or other inquiries.
- Processed payments using point-of-sale systems.
- Processed checks and managed bill payments efficiently.
- Inputted data accurately into the system to ensure seamless operations.
- Streamlined file room organization to enhance accessibility and efficiency.
Associate
Palace skating rink
Philadelphia
05.2012 - 11.2016
- Handled cash register operations with precision, maintaining a balanced till and smooth checkout experience.
- Executed cooking tasks efficiently, ensuring timely and accurate meal preparation.
- Provided attentive service at parties, contributing to a positive event atmosphere.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workspaces to ensure a professional environment.
Education
Certificate - Nail Tech
NUC University
Puerto Rico , Puerto rico 07.2021 - 09.2022
Abraham Lincoln High School
Philadelphia, PASkills
- Point-of-sale operation
- Cash handling
- Customer inquiry assistance
- Transaction accuracy
- Security monitoring
- Merchandise organization
- Inventory management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Merchandise restocking
- Payment processing
- Customer service
- Recordkeeping
- Front desk operations
- Mail processing
- Retail operations
- Problem-solving
- Bilingual communication
- Deep cleaning techniques
- Customer relationship management
- Database security
- Attention to detail
- Time management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Cashier Assistant
Home Deopt
02.2025 - 05.2025
Certificate - Nail Tech
NUC University
07.2021 - 09.2022
Security
Aguada security
07.2020 - 09.2023
Housekeeping Cleaner
Novant Healthcare
03.2016 - 10.2019
Associate
Morris Iron and Steel
02.2013 - 07.2017
Associate
Palace skating rink
05.2012 - 11.2016
Abraham Lincoln High School