Tanaya Walker
Chicago
Summary
Reliable cashier with background in retail and customer service environments. Known for maintaining speed, accuracy and courtesy under pressure. Strengths include cash handling, POS systems operation, and exceptional customer interaction skills. Contribute to customer satisfaction improvement in previous roles by offering prompt, efficient service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cashier/To-Go Server
Charley's Cheesesteaks
Plano
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Process customer transactions efficiently at the cash register.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining area and workspace.
- Assist customers by providing menu information and recommendations.
- Handle cash, credit, and gift card transactions accurately.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth service during busy hours.
- Monitor inventory levels to assist in restocking supplies as needed.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Managed food prep tasks, efficiently organizing work to handle peak dining periods without delays.
Volunteer
Second Chance Spca
Plano
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted in daily shelter operations and animal care tasks.
- Coordinated volunteer schedules and ensured proper task assignments.
- Organized donations
- Socialized with the animals
Hostess
Bavarian Grill
Plano
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Greeted guests warmly and guided them to their tables.
- Managed reservations and organized seating arrangements efficiently.
- Coordinated with servers to ensure prompt service for all guests.
- Handled guest inquiries and resolved issues with professionalism.
- Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
Team Member/Cashier
Braum's Ice Cream and Dairy Stores
Plano
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Prepared and served products to customers efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining area and food preparation spaces.
- Assisted in stocking inventory and organizing product displays.
- Provided friendly customer service and addressed inquiries promptly.
- Operated cash register and processed customer transactions accurately.
Team Member
Redbird Skateland
Duncanville
07.2020 - 10.2022
- Assisted customers with skate rentals and safety equipment selection.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of skating area and surrounding facilities.
- Provided prompt assistance at the snack bar, preparing food and beverages efficiently.
- Engaged with guests to enhance their experience through friendly interactions.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and customer service standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, IL05-2029
High school diploma - GED
Plano Sr High School
Plano, TX05.2025
Skills
- Merchandising
- Leadership
- Microsoft Office
- Driving
- Kennel experience
- Dog handling
- Busser
- Upselling
- Food Handling
- Grocery store
- Baking
- Dog walking
- Animal restraint (1 year)
- Food service
- Pet care
- POS
- Food preparation
- Heavy lifting
- Multilingual
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Animal care
- Phone etiquette
- Serving experience
- Order fulfillment
- Guest relations
- American Sign Language
- Time management
- Pet sitting
- Customer service
- Typing
- Fast casual experience
- Cooking
- Front desk (1 year)
- Retail sales
- Computer skills
- Basic math
- Inventory control
- Maintenance
- Cashiering
- Hospitality (2 years)
- Stocking
- Guest services
- Cleaning experience
- Host/Hostess
- Self-directed learning
- Food industry
- Food safety
- Kitchen experience
- Restaurant experience
- Animal handling
- Cash handling
Certification
- Food Handler Certification, 06/21, Present, Certified in the understanding of food safety and handling
- Driver's License
- Food Safety Certification, ServSafe
- CPR Certification
Languages
- Bilingual
- American Sign Language, Intermediate
- Spanish, Intermediate
- English
Languages
Spanish
Limited
American Sign Language
Professional
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Cashier/To-Go Server
Charley's Cheesesteaks
03.2025 - 05.2025
Hostess
Bavarian Grill
04.2024 - 07.2024
Volunteer
Second Chance Spca
01.2024 - 08.2024
Team Member/Cashier
Braum's Ice Cream and Dairy Stores
09.2023 - 04.2024
Team Member
Redbird Skateland
07.2020 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science
Loyola University Chicago
High school diploma - GED
Plano Sr High School