Adrian De Costa
Retail
Lindfield,NSW
Summary
At 5 Wharf Tax Free, I excelled in engaging customers with respectful sales techniques and product knowledge expertise, significantly enhancing their shopping experience. Skilled in inventory replenishment and cash register operation, I effectively managed time and resources, demonstrating a keen ability to maintain stock accuracy and support sales goals with professionalism and efficiency.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Retail Assistant
5 Wharf Tax Free
Barangaroo, NSW
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted in setting up promotional displays, signage and window displays.
- Explained information about quality, value and style of products to influence customer buying decisions.
- Prepared merchandise for purchase or rental.
- Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
- Performed regular inventory checks to ensure accurate stock control.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
- Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional, and polite support for sales and service needs.
- Being a duty free store, I assist in providing proof of purchase to the relevant government authority on behalf of the purchaser.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Majoring in Management
Macquarie University
Sydney, NSW12-2025
High School Diploma -
St Joseph's College
Hunters Hill, NSW11-2022
Primary School -
Roseville Public School
Roseville, NSW12-2016
Skills
- Gift wrapping
- Product knowledge expertise
- Respectful sales techniques, without being overbearing
- Inventory replenishment
- Cash register operation
- Time management capabilities
- Customer assistance
Affiliations
I am a keen basketball player, played the sport during my school years, and have continued playing to the present day. Basketball encourages teamwork, requires discipline both during training and on the court, and requires all players to be able to communicate effectively.
I also like going to the gym which in addition to its health related aspects, demands a level of discipline and time management, especially during university semester.
Accomplishments
- Received 2 awards in high school for Academic Application, in recognition of sustained commitment to classwork, homework and study during term.
Certification
- RSA(Responsible Service of Alcohol) completed Nov 14 2024. Awaiting the RSA competency card.
- P2 driver's licence.
Custom
- Participated in a school-led visit to a workplace which hired employees with challenges of various forms of disability.
MY STRENGTHS AND ATTRIBUTES
- I am conscientious.
- I am easy to get along with.
- I have a positive outlook on life.
- I enjoy communicating and speaking with people. Everyone has a story to tell about themselves and I find this insightful.
- I love movies, especially in the genre of action and adventure.
- I enjoy testing myself in a range of endeavours to continue to improve as a person.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Retail Assistant
5 Wharf Tax Free
11.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Business Administration - Majoring in Management
Macquarie University
High School Diploma -
St Joseph's College
Primary School -
Roseville Public School
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