Help with resume please!!!

[alex_143]

Okay so i found this ad for a job opening:

If you love dogs and cats, consider the exciting opportunity to join our team and be a part of both the exploding luxury pet boutique business AND the revival of downtown Los Angeles! Pussy & Pooch Pethouse and Pawbar is a unique/modern pet boutique providing a colorful and interactive atmosphere for pets and their people. We are looking to fill part-time *Pet Specialist* positions offering 20-25 hours/week.

The ideal candidate:
- You have 1-3 years of retail sales experience, familiarity with POS systems, and proficient computer skills; Merchandising skills a plus.
- You have outstanding customer service and communication skills, and you understand the value in developing strong relationships with customers.
- You have a desire to develop a strong working knowledge of all product features and benefits including food/nutrition, toys, treats and fashion.
- You have a flexible schedule and are able to work evenings/weekends as needed.
- You have a stylish and professional appearance.
- MUST LOVE DOGS AND CATS!

Responsibilities:
- Greeting customers and their pets
- Serving customers by helping them to select products to meet their needs and educating them about products, pet care, and nutrition.
- Serving meals from the Pawbar and maintaining cleanliness of the Pawbar area.
- Making cashier sales using the POS system.
- Opening/Closing store related tasks.
- Processing, tagging, stocking merchandise.
- Monitoring store inventory and maintaining the highest level of cleanliness (We all will clean up pet accidents…even the owners!)
- Providing assistance to customers bathing their dogs.
- Ability to carry medium-sized items weighing up to 30 lbs.

The job requires confidence, self-motivation, attention to detail, and a positive, energetic attitude. In return, you will get a fun, creative work environment, competitive pay, employee discount on products, and the pleasure of interacting with happy pets every day!

Please email a resume and cover letter explaining your interest in this role


so i need to email a resume and cover letter can anyone help me with that please i did a resume online and it doesnt look so good any help would be great guys

below is a copy of my resume:

Experience
Home Depot
January 2007 - June 2007 Cashier Burbank, CA

Macys West
October 2006 - January 2007 Retail Sales Associate Burbank, CA

CEC Entertainment
August 2006 - October 2006 Team Member burbank, CA

Cemitas Pueblanas
January 2006 - June 2006 Waitress East Los Angeles, CA


Education
Central High School
June 2006 High School Los Angeles, CA

[Gypsy & Me]

Sounds like a great job. I can see why you want to apply. I can't help with the resume but I'll be cheering you on!

[alex_143]

Originally Posted by Gypsy & Me

Sounds like a great job. I can see why you want to apply. I can't help with the resume but I'll be cheering you on!

aww thank you!!! im soo nervous i really want to get this job plus its really close to my house who knows maybe if i get it i can bring coco to work lol hehehe that would be my dream!!!!!

[karensu68]

Probably not a lot of help, but I always have listed my job duties on a resume, so the prospective employer would know exactly what I have done in the past. Also put down any computer skills or training you have, that always seems to be a big plus-good luck!!!

[Gracie2006]

Originally Posted by alex_143

Okay so i found this ad for a job opening:

If you love dogs and cats, consider the exciting opportunity to join our team and be a part of both the exploding luxury pet boutique business AND the revival of downtown Los Angeles! Pussy & Pooch Pethouse and Pawbar is a unique/modern pet boutique providing a colorful and interactive atmosphere for pets and their people. We are looking to fill part-time *Pet Specialist* positions offering 20-25 hours/week.

The ideal candidate:
- You have 1-3 years of retail sales experience, familiarity with POS systems, and proficient computer skills; Merchandising skills a plus.
- You have outstanding customer service and communication skills, and you understand the value in developing strong relationships with customers.
- You have a desire to develop a strong working knowledge of all product features and benefits including food/nutrition, toys, treats and fashion.
- You have a flexible schedule and are able to work evenings/weekends as needed.
- You have a stylish and professional appearance.
- MUST LOVE DOGS AND CATS!

Responsibilities:
- Greeting customers and their pets
- Serving customers by helping them to select products to meet their needs and educating them about products, pet care, and nutrition.
- Serving meals from the Pawbar and maintaining cleanliness of the Pawbar area.
- Making cashier sales using the POS system.
- Opening/Closing store related tasks.
- Processing, tagging, stocking merchandise.
- Monitoring store inventory and maintaining the highest level of cleanliness (We all will clean up pet accidents…even the owners!)
- Providing assistance to customers bathing their dogs.
- Ability to carry medium-sized items weighing up to 30 lbs.

The job requires confidence, self-motivation, attention to detail, and a positive, energetic attitude. In return, you will get a fun, creative work environment, competitive pay, employee discount on products, and the pleasure of interacting with happy pets every day!

Please email a resume and cover letter explaining your interest in this role


so i need to email a resume and cover letter can anyone help me with that please i did a resume online and it doesnt look so good any help would be great guys

below is a copy of my resume:

Experience
Home Depot
January 2007 - June 2007 Cashier Burbank, CA

Macys West
October 2006 - January 2007 Retail Sales Associate Burbank, CA

CEC Entertainment
August 2006 - October 2006 Team Member burbank, CA

Cemitas Pueblanas
January 2006 - June 2006 Waitress East Los Angeles, CA


Education
Central High School
June 2006 High School Los Angeles, CA

That is a really good start. Now, can you take each job and list what you did that would match or be consistent with the requirements of the job you are seeking? For example, at Home Depot you worked as a cashier. As a cashier, I am sure that part of your role was customer service. List what your job duties entailed. "Responsible for ringing up sales, processing exchanges and returns, assisting customers to find what they need in the store,....etc." Make what you have done in the past be a good fit with what you want to do. This is the time to sell yourself.

[alex_143]

Originally Posted by Gracie2006

That is a really good start. Now, can you take each job and list what you did that would match or be consistent with the requirements of the job you are seeking? For example, at Home Depot you worked as a cashier. As a cashier, I am sure that part of your role was customer service. List what your job duties entailed. "Responsible for ringing up sales, processing exchanges and returns, assisting customers to find what they need in the store,....etc." Make what you have done in the past be a good fit with what you want to do. This is the time to sell yourself.

Thank you so much with your advise and the examples you added thouse really helped because i am soooo bad when it comes to selling myself lol oh quick question what is a cover letter??

[alex_143]

okay below is what i have so far anything you guys think i should word differently???


Experience
Home Depot
January 2007 - June 2007 Cashier Burbank, CA
-Responsible for ringing up sales
-processing exchanges and returns
-assisting with finding what they are looking for
-Product knowledge
-opening credit
-getting the employ of the month award

Macys West
October 2006 - January 2007 Retail Sales Associate Burbank, CA
-Ringing up sales
-answering phones
-opening credit
-Excellent customer service skills
-making sure everyone leaves happy
-Maintaining a good relationship and contact with the customers
-stock items and carrying large delivery packages
-Maintaining the store clean and of good appearance

CEC Entertainment
August 2006 - October 2006 Team Member burbank, CA
-providing good customer service
-ringing up orders and taking them
-delivering the food to the customer quickly
-keeping my area clean
-organizing parties
-answering phones
-Able to handle 3 or more different parties/customers at the same time without stressing out

Cemitas Pueblanas
January 2006 - June 2006 Waitress East Los Angeles, CA
-Taking orders
-Making sure the customer is taken care of


Education
Central High School
June 2006 High School Los Angeles, CA

[Keno]

good luck

try this website ...
http://www.how-to-write-a-resume.org/

[BLowry]

Sorry!! just saw this!

I was told, by a career center, to list all your experiences. I noticed that you have some of the same experiences in a few of your jobs so, you are really repeating yourself. First, you need to have an objective (why you feel you are the right candidate for the job) then list your experiences, then your places of employment (with dates) then schooling. If you want I can send you the resume that I used. just pm me your e-mail address and I will forward it to you. Maybe it will help you. if not...that's ok too...what ever you decide I wish you good luck!

[Yorkiekids]

I'm glad so many people are helping you out. I'm not good with resumes, but give me a term paper and I'd could help you.

[s13silviagirl]

Originally Posted by alex_143

okay below is what i have so far anything you guys think i should word differently???


Experience
Home Depot
January 2007 - June 2007 Cashier Burbank, CA
-Responsible for ringing up sales
-processing exchanges and returns
-assisting with finding what they are looking for
-Product knowledge
-opening credit
-getting the employ of the month award

Macys West
October 2006 - January 2007 Retail Sales Associate Burbank, CA
-Ringing up sales
-answering phones
-opening credit
-Excellent customer service skills
-making sure everyone leaves happy
-Maintaining a good relationship and contact with the customers
-stock items and carrying large delivery packages
-Maintaining the store clean and of good appearance

CEC Entertainment
August 2006 - October 2006 Team Member burbank, CA
-providing good customer service
-ringing up orders and taking them
-delivering the food to the customer quickly
-keeping my area clean
-organizing parties
-answering phones
-Able to handle 3 or more different parties/customers at the same time without stressing out

Cemitas Pueblanas
January 2006 - June 2006 Waitress East Los Angeles, CA
-Taking orders
-Making sure the customer is taken care of


Education
Central High School
June 2006 High School Los Angeles, CA

This is far too much and repeating. Your resume should only be 1 page max.



The very top you should have your Name, address and phone #

You need an intro : Why you are applying for this particular job

Experiences: Cumulative

Past Employment: List jobs you had and when, also include any gaps of employment...and why you were unemployed.


As far as a cover letter, again, name/addy/phone. Address it to the hiring person, or To Whom It May Concern.

Be short, sweet, well spoken and explain yourself and your desire for the job. Don't ramble on, and orient the cover letter to the job (as well as the resume).


If you get an interview, make sure that you send a thank you letter, this gets them looking at your resume/application again. Also, on applications...dont leave ANYTHING blank. That is how they weed out ppl.


Best of luck!

[alex_143]

Thanks to everyone who helped me out especially MAN who rewrote my resume it turned out perfect!!! Now im Just trying to do a cover letter and then im going to send it to them hopefully i get a call back!!!

[alex_143]

okay so im at a writers block i really want to finish this tonight if anyone can help im supposed to turn in a cover letter explaining my interest in this role so far all i have is the intro and ending sentence lol im seriously stumped any help?



The resume of


Alexandria
address
any city, Ca
(###) ###-####
myemail@yahoo.com




In response to your advertisement for a Sales Associate position on craigslist, November 26th, I am submitting my resume for your consideration. I have 1 1/2 years of experience working in a variety of industries and rise to the challenge of keeping order in chaos, being reliable and available, and make a positive impact on customers and vendors alike.




In advance, thank you for your time and attention. i look forward to your response.

[alaskayorkie]

What's your experience with dogs and cats? Have you owned them all your life? How many do you own now? Do you have any ambitions with animals beyond this job?

[alex_143]

Originally Posted by alaskayorkie

What's your experience with dogs and cats? Have you owned them all your life? How many do you own now? Do you have any ambitions with animals beyond this job?

Most of the experience i have with cats and dogs is from my own animals, i have been around animals all my life i rescued them as a little girl. i own only coco now, i am going to school to be a veterinarian.