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Paige Huffman

Columbia

Summary

Dynamic Liquor Manager at Lowe's Foods with a proven track record in inventory management and exceptional customer service. Skilled in employee supervision and responsive to changing circumstances, I fostered brand loyalty through effective problem resolution and engaging displays, enhancing the store's reputation in the community.

Experienced with inventory management, team leadership, and customer service excellence.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Liquor Manager

Lowe's Foods
03.2025 - Current
  • Maintained compliance with local regulations regarding alcohol sales, contributing to the store''s excellent reputation in the community.
  • Resolved customer issues promptly, fostering a positive shopping experience and building brand loyalty.
  • Established a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to company safety policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated with team members to create engaging in-store displays that showcased popular products and promotions.
  • Managed daily operations including opening/closing procedures, cash handling, and overall store appearance.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, ensuring timely deliveries and exclusive product access.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, liquor laws, and best practices to maintain a high level of staff competence.

Liquor Store Clerk

Lowes Foods
12.2024 - Current
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, maintaining balanced registers and reducing discrepancies at end-of-shift reconciliations.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment for an enhanced shopping experience.
  • Maintained compliance with local and federal regulations governing the sale of alcoholic beverages, verifying customer identification as necessary.
  • Processed deliveries efficiently, verifying shipment accuracy and stocking shelves in a timely manner to minimize disruption of store operations.
  • Received payments by cash, credit, and personal check and remitted correct change.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily tasks efficiently, contributing to a positive work environment.
  • Improved overall store appearance through diligent cleaning practices such as sweeping floors, wiping down surfaces, removing trash regularly.

Cashier

Lowes Foods
08.2024 - Current
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.

Floral Designer

Lowes Foods
06.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by creating visually appealing and unique floral designs tailored to individual preferences.
  • Managed inventory effectively, ensuring optimal levels of fresh flowers and supplies while minimizing waste.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety standards and minimizing potential hazards for staff and customers.
  • Transported and set up floral arrangements for large-scale functions, comprising weddings, funerals, and banquets.
  • Collaborated closely with customers to create unique designs for bouquets, wreaths, and gifts.

Food Preparation Worker

Lowes Foods
03.2024 - Current
  • Kept workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked.
  • Sanitized work surfaces between food preparation, avoiding cross-contamination and maintaining food safety guidelines.
  • Demonstrated punctuality and reliability in consistently arriving for scheduled shifts to meet service demands.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, adhering to strict health and safety standards for optimal work conditions.
  • Organized and re-stocked various stations and self-service items.

Retail Sales Associate

Plato's Closet
02.2024 - 03.2024
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.

Sales Associate

Once Upon A Child Franchise
08.2023 - 01.2024
  • 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.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.

Education

High School Diploma -

Blythewood High School
Blythewood, SC

Skills

  • Responsive to changing circumstances
  • Employee scheduling
  • Efficient at acquiring new skills
  • Cross-selling techniques
  • Customer service experience
  • POS software proficiency

Timeline

Liquor Manager

Lowe's Foods
03.2025 - Current

Liquor Store Clerk

Lowes Foods
12.2024 - Current

Cashier

Lowes Foods
08.2024 - Current

Floral Designer

Lowes Foods
06.2024 - Current

Food Preparation Worker

Lowes Foods
03.2024 - Current

Retail Sales Associate

Plato's Closet
02.2024 - 03.2024

Sales Associate

Once Upon A Child Franchise
08.2023 - 01.2024

High School Diploma -

Blythewood High School
Paige Huffman