[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.