Sandra Gardner
Forestdale
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with strong inventory management and customer service skills. Proven ability to maintain optimal supply levels and ensure smooth operations in busy environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Aide
Town Of Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury
2023.03 - 2025.06
- Managed inventory and food ordering processes to ensure adequate supply levels.
- Operated cash register for student and staff transactions efficiently.
- Provided food service to students and staff during lunch periods.
- Monitored lunchroom activity to maintain order in a busy middle school environment.
Operations Lead
Jenny Boston Boutique, LLC
Shrewsbury
2014.09 - 2022.12
- Supervised daily operations, enhancing workflow and productivity efficiency.
- Coordinated inventory management and stock replenishment processes to maintain optimal levels.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve customer inquiries and issues promptly.
- Developed product content, including names and descriptions for website presentation.
Sales Associate
DSW, Inc
Marlborough
2008.09 - 2014.09
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays and inventory levels.
- Processed transactions efficiently at the point of sale.
Writer - Defined Benefits
Fidelity Investments
Marlborough
2000.01 - 2006.12
- Managed updates for HR, Payroll, Health & Welfare, and Defined Benefit client changes.
- Converted existing clients to Authoria web-based tool, enhancing user experience.
- Served as primary contact for clients regarding employee-related issues.
- Processed retirement initiation forms, deaths, rehires, and other Defined Benefit plan services.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT1998-05
Skills
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Time management
- Quality assurance
- Effective communication
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Workflow optimization
Timeline
Food Service Aide
Town Of Shrewsbury
2023.03 - 2025.06
Operations Lead
Jenny Boston Boutique, LLC
2014.09 - 2022.12
Sales Associate
DSW, Inc
2008.09 - 2014.09
Writer - Defined Benefits
Fidelity Investments
2000.01 - 2006.12
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Connecticut