Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Interests
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Ajay Shotter

Langwarrin

Summary

Dynamic team leader with a proven track record at Target, excelling in customer service and relationship building. Recognized for enhancing team morale and streamlining operations, resulting in improved sales. Skilled in building realtionships and problem-solving, fostering collaboration to achieve goals and elevate the customer experience.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Church Volunteer

Connect Christian Church
04.2016 - Current
  • Volunteered at church-sponsored outreach events, providing polite, friendly representation.
  • Maintained church grounds to upkeep clean, safe and tidy presentation.
  • Coordinated with other volunteers to create a welcoming environment at worship services and special events.
  • Sourced and distributed food and supplies to those in need.
  • Collaborated with ministry leaders to evaluate and improve programming, resulting in increased participation in church activities.
  • Managed and Lead teams of musicians and technicians onstage in Worship to support Pastors, guests and congregation.
  • Enhanced spiritual growth, mentoring new church volunteers.
  • Provided pastoral care support, offering comfort and guidance to individuals in need.
  • Improved congregation's experience with well-prepared worship spaces and services.
  • Enhanced community engagement by organizing and leading weekly youth groups.
  • Supported pastoral staff with administrative tasks, ensuring smooth operation of church activities.
  • Led worship music performances during services, uplifting the congregation through song and praise.

Crew Member

McDonald's
10.2021 - 01.2022
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
  • Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete orders under pressure in high paced manner.
  • Cleaned and maintained all areas of restaurant to promote clean image.
  • Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
  • Maintained high-quality food preparation standards, adhering to company guidelines for safety and cleanliness.
  • Helped maintain a clean and welcoming dining area for customers, boosting overall satisfaction during their visit.
  • Trained new team members on procedures, customer service, and sales techniques.
  • Prepared products following restaurant, health, and safety standards and procedures.
  • Supported inventory management efforts by accurately tracking stock levels and reporting low supplies to supervisors.
  • Streamlined communication between kitchen and front-of-house staff, ensuring timely order fulfillment.
  • Contributed to inventory management, minimizing food waste and controlling costs.
  • Supported training of new crew members, leading to more efficient onboarding process.
  • Achieved recognition for exceptional customer service, highlighting importance of customer interactions.


Customer Service Assistant

Target
04.2022 - Current
  • Answered customer questions about product availability and shipment times.
  • Maintained clean and organized work environment to maintain customer safety.
  • Built strong relationships with customers and colleagues by providing friendly and personable service.
  • Provided exceptional support during peak hours as well as holidays and special events.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, providing detailed information on features and benefits.
  • Trained new employees on company procedures, products, and best practices in customer service.
  • Participated in regular team meetings to share ideas for improvement and stay informed about updates within the company or industry trends impacting our customers'' needs.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
  • Regularly received Deliveries of stock through back dock, whilst operating the walkie stacker and pallet jack.
  • Collected and returned unpurchased or returned items to correct shelf locations and arranged displays to promote sales.
  • Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
  • Trained staff on operating procedures and company services.
  • Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.

Team Leader

Target
12.2024 - Current
  • Mentored new hires, providing guidance to ensure their successful integration into the team.
  • Examined incoming inventory, merchandised shelves and prevented shrinkage.
  • Maintained clean, adequately stocked, and organized store by streamlining daily operations and introducing new procedures.
  • Kept close eye on department employees and customers to assess theft risks and maintain loss prevention goals.
  • Walked through department multiple times each shift to evaluate and correct issues such as cleaning and stock replenishment needs.
  • Developed lasting relationships with regular customers through dedicated assistance, active listening and replenishment of shop floor.
  • Analysed Popular trends to predict and organise shop floor to maximse sales potential.
  • Led by example through consistently maintaining excellent performance standards.
  • Continuously sought opportunities for personal growth.
  • Championed a culture of teamwork and collaboration within the department, resulting in higher employee morale.
  • Operated cash machine to fill all register tills whilst checking and signing daily reports.
  • Led detailed team talk communicating and highlighting sales points including; total sales and percentages instore and online, Individual department and area sales, safety callouts and discussing daily tasks.
  • Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.

Education

No Degree -

McClelland College
Frankston, VIC
01-2021

Skills

  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Detail-oriented
  • Team leadership
  • Relationship building
  • Decision-making
  • Music theory
  • Customer service
  • Time management

Interests

  • Music and songwriting
  • Church volunteering and leading
  • Watching Movies and TV Shows
  • Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
  • Video Gaming and socialsing online
  • Spending time with Friends


Timeline

Team Leader

Target
12.2024 - Current

Customer Service Assistant

Target
04.2022 - Current

Crew Member

McDonald's
10.2021 - 01.2022

Church Volunteer

Connect Christian Church
04.2016 - Current

No Degree -

McClelland College
Ajay Shotter