Alisha Claire Bennett
Caroline Springs
Summary
Be responsible for the corporate profile of a large publicly listed company whilst effectively managing a high performing team.
Experienced in handling high-volume customer needs, quickly assessing each customer and offering on-trend recommendations. Skilled at cutting hair and recommending optimal products to drive revenue. Diligent about keeping records accurate and schedules organized.
Creative Hairstylist offers top skills in hair and scalp analysis and styling techniques. Artistic and friendly individual focused on satisfying customers. Commended for establishing strong relationships with clients to generate long-term business.
Innovative professional with several years of experience offering top-quality services to customers. Highly skilled with expertise in understanding clients' requests for special services.
Innovative Stylist with expertise in styling with training. Dedicated and reliable worker with fantastic eye for detail and selling products effectively.
Compassionate professional with background in personal care and service. Known for high productivity and efficient task completion, ensuring client satisfaction and well-being. Skilled in empathetic communication, time management, and adaptive problem-solving strategies. Excel at using patience, active listening, and interpersonal skills to build trust and foster positive relationships.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Hair stylist and Make Up Artist
Avabella Styling
Caroline Springs
10.2025 - Current
- Styled clients' hair according to current trends and individual preferences.
- Collaborated with team members to create cohesive looks for special events.
- Utilized professional tools and products to enhance client experience and satisfaction.
Hostel receptionist, travel desk, bar tender, employment agency
Hotel Bakpak
11.2005 - Current
- At Hotel Bakpak my primary role is that of a hostel receptionist.
- I check guests in and out, assist with tourist information, receive payments and make reservations.
- I also work in the bar, travel desk booking tours and flights and in the employment agency recruiting backpackers and filling jobs.
Executive Assistant to the State Manager of Victoria
Health Insurance Commission
08.2004 - Current
- In this role I performed daily administration tasks for the State Manager of The Health Insurance Commission in Victoria.
- I performed tasks such as answering of phone calls, taking enquires from people such as the media and staff members from other states, typing and drafting of documents as well as interacting with other staff members and management when visiting.
- I also performed tasks such as arranging catering for small groups of up to 20 people for meetings and morning tea’s as well as organising travel plans though phone and Internet bookings.
Customer Service Officer in Medicare Branch
Health Insurance Commission
05.2004 - Current
- In this role I provide customer service to assist members of the public with Medicare rebates from doctors and specialists consultations.
- I also assist customers with information regarding health care rebates and other government programs.
Counsellor/Receptionist
Camp America/Camp Sabra
05.2001 - Current
Computer Clerk Outpatients Department / Admissions Emergency Dept
Royal Women’s Hospital
10.2006 - 01.2009
- At The Royal Women’s I make patient appointments and arrive patients for their appointments.
- I also dealt with phone enquires and appointments and well as running clinics and ensuring the needs of patients, doctors and midwives are all met.
- I also make appointments via fax and letter and provide a high level of customer service to all patients.
- I also worked in the emergency department performing admin tasks, admitting and discharging patients, telephone enquires, patient enquires and general admin duties.
- I resigned from this position after 2 years of maternity leave.
Full Time Receptionist
Saville on Russell
01.2006 - 07.2006
- At the Saville on Russell, I provided five star service to hotel guests, ensuring all front desk experiences were of an extremely high quality.
- I also facilitated additional revenue opportunities by suggesting dining and hospitality experiences within the Hotel and making travel and holiday bookings for the guest on their behalf.
Hostel Receptionist
The Generator Hostel
06.2005 - 08.2005
Waitress/Bar Tender
The Rampage Bar
05.2005 - 06.2005
Release of Information Officer
Health Insurance Commission
09.2004 - 05.2005
- In this role I am responsible for taking enquires from the public regarding their medical history and tax summaries.
- All people are able to request this information.
- In this role I set up history and tax reports, request them and send the information required out to the client, insurance company and or solicitors who request them.
Hotel Receptionist
Old Melbourne Hotel
02.2004 - 05.2004
Evening Supervisor
Merigold Milk
11.2002 - 02.2004
- Admin/Data Entry
Customer Service, Admin
Bunnings Warehouse
08.1994 - 08.2002
- Cashier, Receptionist
Education
Make Up Artist / Hair Styling - Hair Stylist And Make Up Courses
Tamarua Academy
Melbourne , Vic 09.2025 - 11.2025
Bachelor of Arts Degree - professional writing & communication
Victoria University
Year 7 to 12 -
Ave Maria College
Skills
- Client service
- Responsibility handling
- Interpersonal relationships
- Personal presentation
- Professional environments
- Performing under pressure
- Teamwork
- Microsoft Office
- Excel
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 09/19/79
References
- Ian Denny, Manager, Merigold Milk, 0411 359 116
- Amanda Williams, Personal Reference, 0400 908 316
- Samia Moussa, Outpatients Manager, Royal Womens Hospital, 834502000
Uk Professional Experience
- The Rampage Bar, Waitress/Bar Tender, 05/06/05, 06/06/05
- The Generator Hostel, Hostel Receptionist, 06/08/05, 08/08/05
Accreditations
- Level 2 First Aid
- Australian Drivers Licence
- Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE)
- Bachelor of Arts Degree
- Cert3 in Child Care Certificate
- RSA Certificate
Timeline
Hair stylist and Make Up Artist
Avabella Styling
10.2025 - Current
Make Up Artist / Hair Styling - Hair Stylist And Make Up Courses
Tamarua Academy
09.2025 - 11.2025
Computer Clerk Outpatients Department / Admissions Emergency Dept
Royal Women’s Hospital
10.2006 - 01.2009
Full Time Receptionist
Saville on Russell
01.2006 - 07.2006
Hostel receptionist, travel desk, bar tender, employment agency
Hotel Bakpak
11.2005 - Current
Hostel Receptionist
The Generator Hostel
06.2005 - 08.2005
Waitress/Bar Tender
The Rampage Bar
05.2005 - 06.2005
Release of Information Officer
Health Insurance Commission
09.2004 - 05.2005
Executive Assistant to the State Manager of Victoria
Health Insurance Commission
08.2004 - Current
Customer Service Officer in Medicare Branch
Health Insurance Commission
05.2004 - Current
Hotel Receptionist
Old Melbourne Hotel
02.2004 - 05.2004
Evening Supervisor
Merigold Milk
11.2002 - 02.2004
Counsellor/Receptionist
Camp America/Camp Sabra
05.2001 - Current
Customer Service, Admin
Bunnings Warehouse
08.1994 - 08.2002
Bachelor of Arts Degree - professional writing & communication
Victoria University
Year 7 to 12 -
Ave Maria College