Zaria Soba
Atlanta
Summary
Customer-Focused Professional experienced in retail, food service, and senior living hospitality. Delivered high-quality service in fast-paced environments while effectively resolving customer concerns and maintaining welcoming experiences. Committed to driving sales and fostering teamwork through organization, patience, and integrity.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Ace Hardware
Old Town Alexandria
10.2025 - Current
- Assist customers with product selection and provide knowledgeable service
- Operate cash registers and handle transactions accurately
- Stock merchandise and maintain an organized sales floor
- Solve customer concerns with professionalism and patience
- Assisted customers with product selection and provided knowledgeable recommendations.
- Maintained store cleanliness and organized merchandise on shelves and displays.
- Operated cash registers, processed transactions, and managed customer payments.
Server
Senior Living Community
Alexandria
03.2023 - 08.2025
- Provided attentive dining service to residents
- Managed multiple tables, ensuring exceptional service and satisfaction for all residents
- Built positive relationships with residents and staff
- Maintained cleanliness and followed health and safety standards
- Accumulated one year of experience in dining service
- Served meals to residents, prioritizing their dietary needs for a personalized dining experience
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area.
- Facilitated communication between residents and kitchen to accommodate special dietary requests
Host
Chili's
Alexandria
02.2023 - 05.2025
- Greeted guests and created a welcoming first impression
- Coordinated wait lists and seating arrangements to enhance guest experience
- Addressed customer questions and resolved guest concerns to ensure satisfaction
- Answered customer questions and assisted with guest concerns
- Worked in hospitality for approximately one year, gaining valuable experience.
- Worked efficiently during busy shifts
- Delivered menu information and addressed guest inquiries with a friendly demeanor to foster positive interactions.
Education
Dental Assistant -
Stepful
Alexandria, VA 07.2026 - 06.2026
West Potomac High School
Alexandria, VASkills
- Sales & Retail Support
- Customer Service
- Point of Sale Systems
- Cash Handling
- Product Knowledge
- Phone & Email Communication
- Scheduling & Organization
- Multitasking
- Time management
- Team Collaboration
- Teamwork
- Conflict Resolution
- Effective communication
- Communication
- Effective communication
Timeline
Dental Assistant -
Stepful
07.2026 - 06.2026
Sales Associate
Ace Hardware
10.2025 - Current
Server
Senior Living Community
03.2023 - 08.2025
Host
Chili's
02.2023 - 05.2025
West Potomac High School