Elise Nopola
Rapid City
Summary
Developed skills in fast-paced retail and fast food restaurant environments, ready to transition into a new field. Demonstrates keen ability to connect with customers and facilitate positive interactions and make meaningful connections. Committed to leveraging these transferrable skills into a dynamic and collaborative setting.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Traffic Controller
Harley Davidson
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Communicated effectively with drivers, coworkers, and event staff to maintain steady traffic flow
- Coordinated with team members to maintain optimal operations during peak hours.
- Demonstrated situational awareness and quick decision-making under pressure
- Provided friendly assistance and directions to visitors
- Adapted quickly to changing conditions, ensuring continued operational efficiency.
Sales Associate
Buckle
09.2024 - 07.2025
- Processed transactions efficiently, ensuring accuracy in cash handling and payment processing.
- Worked collaboratively with team members to achieve store sales targets
- Built lasting customer relationships through friendly, personalized service
- Met and exceeded daily sales goals through strong communication and product knowledge
- Assisted in training new sales associates on product knowledge and customer service techniques.
- Met and exceeded daily sales goals through strong communication and product knowledge
Drive-Thru Cashier/Barista
Einstein Bagels
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance guest satisfaction.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to meet health standards.
- Assisted with drive-thru operations during peak hours for improved service speed.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline order fulfillment processes.
- Demonstrated outgoing and friendly behavior and positive attitude and interacted well with staff and customers.
- Developed strong multitasking and time management skills in a fast-paced environment
Restaurant Host
Mackenzie River Pub & Grill
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Greeted and welcomed guests, ensuring a positive first impression of dining experience.
- Facilitated communication between management and front-of-house staff, promoting teamwork and operational flow.
- Managed the flow of restaurant traffic, strategically assigning tables based on server availability and guest preferences for optimal efficiency.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategies for optimizing restaurant operations during peak hours.
Education
Bachelor - Communications And Business Administration
Dakota Wesleyan University
Mitchell, SD05-2029
High School Diploma -
Rapid City Central High School
Rapid City, SD05-2025
Skills
- Customer service
- Situational awareness
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Sales techniques
- Problem-solving skills
- Event coordination
- Multitasking abilities
Timeline
Event Traffic Controller
Harley Davidson
07.2025 - 08.2025
Sales Associate
Buckle
09.2024 - 07.2025
Restaurant Host
Mackenzie River Pub & Grill
07.2023 - 12.2023
Drive-Thru Cashier/Barista
Einstein Bagels
06.2023 - 07.2024
Bachelor - Communications And Business Administration
Dakota Wesleyan University
High School Diploma -
Rapid City Central High School