Nicholas Warren
Lakewood, WA *****
*************@*****.***
Professional Summary
Motivated individual with experience in customer service and sales, adept at building customer relationships and understanding their needs. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to provide superior customer service. Enthusiastic about learning and contributing to team success. Possesses strong administrative, relationship-building, and problem-solving abilities. Organized and dependable candidate able to manage multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willing to take on additional responsibilities to achieve team goals. Expertise in menu development, kitchen management, and staff training. Skilled at creating unique and delicious dishes while controlling costs. Collaborative approach to seeking feedback for improving kitchen workflows and delivering exceptional results Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Sales Associate
Cox Auto Sales-Tacoma, WA
March 2020 to September 2024
• Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
• Increased sales with execution of full sales cycle processing from initial lead processing through conversion and closing.
• Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions and close deals. Cashier
Arco AM/PM-Tacoma, WA
September 2020 to January 2024
• Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
• Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
• Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
• Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs. Foreman
Seattle Handyman Pros-West Seattle, WA
April 2016 to September 2020
• Worked independently and under supervision of general contractor on construction jobs mostly in the Seattle area. Helped with carpentry, labor, job bids and customer service. Owner Retiring.
• Determined materials needed for daily shift and loaded vehicles with equipment and supplies.
• Helped successfully complete large project ahead of schedule.
• Recognized and reported potential project challenges and assisted with solutions.
• Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards. Sous Chef
IL Lucano-Gig Harbor, WA
July 2015 to March 2018
• Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
• Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
• Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
• Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money. Taking care of Family Memeber
Burien, WA
July 2015 to April 2016
Sous Chef
Stanley & Seafort's-Tacoma, WA
February 2011 to July 2015
• Shucking oysters to order, appetizers, dinner salads and desserts. Extremely fast paced. Great team environment experience.
• Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
• Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
• Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure. Sales Associate
New Wilson Ford-Ballard, WA
March 1999 to January 2010
• Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
• Promoted and up-sold products and services to meet needs of customers.
• Upheld high standards of customer service by promoting and upselling new products and services.
• Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings. Education
Univeristy in Software Developement
Grand Canyon University-Remote
May 2025 to Present
Univeristy in Cyber Security
Liberty University-Remote
September 2022 to October 2024
Associate in CULINARY
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Pomona, CA August 2008 to June 2010
Dean's List
Skills
• Handyman experience
• Customer service
• English
• Computer skills
• Love fast paced work environment
• Hard working
• Customer and team focused
• Mechanical knowledge
• Maintenance
• Classically trained Chef and food enthusiast
• Hand tools
• Punctual