Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Alicia Downes

Sydney,NSW

Summary

Dynamic coach and former Front of House leader at Stockmans, recognized as Coach of the Year 2023. Expert in strategic planning and communication, I excel in fostering teamwork and enhancing player performance. My adaptability and problem-solving skills drive successful outcomes in diverse environments, ensuring exceptional experiences for both players and guests.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Coach

Cromer netball club
01.2020 - Current
  • Coached players on the fundamentals of the game, resulting in improved technique.
  • Organized and led team practices, ensuring that drills and activities were effective and efficient.
  • I can be independent and take charge when needed, but also can work with the team to see what they want to do and where they think they need to improve.
  • I was awarded Coach of the Year 2023.
  • Led practice sessions focusing on strategy and game tactics.
  • Provided individual feedback to players on performance and improvement areas.

Front Of House

Stockmans
08.2024 - 04.2025
  • Working front of house for this business has taught me many skills that I am grateful for learning, such as leadership, teamwork, communication skills, adaptiveness, and problem-solving.
  • Answered front of house phone to inform customers of wait times, take reservations, and record to-go orders.
  • Directed front of house operations to deliver positive guest experiences through friendly service and attention to guest needs.
  • Maintained a neat, organized front of house area at all times.
  • Supervised front of house operations including seating arrangements, table set-ups, busing tables.
  • Transported clean dishes and supplies from kitchen to front of house staff for opening shift.
  • Assigned duties to busboys or other front of house staff members as needed.

Music Teacher

Stormer Music
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Collaborated with parents to support student learning objectives.
  • Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback regularly.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups.

Education

Bachelor of Psychology - criminology

Macquarie University
Macquarie Park, NSW
06.2025

High School Diploma -

Pittwater House
Collaroy, NSW
01-2023

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Adaptability
  • Communication skills
  • Teamwork
  • Strategic planning
  • Active listening
  • Leadership
  • Problem solving

Accomplishments

  • Duke of Edinburgh gold recipient in 2024.

Certification

  • RSA achieved in 2024.

Timeline

Front Of House

Stockmans
08.2024 - 04.2025

Music Teacher

Stormer Music
01.2024 - 04.2024

Coach

Cromer netball club
01.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Psychology - criminology

Macquarie University

High School Diploma -

Pittwater House
Alicia Downes