Alison Cochran
Pascoe Vale South,Australia
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in public interaction and office administration at the Electrical Trades Union. Proven ability in appointment scheduling and attention to detail, ensuring seamless operations. Adept at managing customer inquiries and fostering positive relationships, contributing to enhanced member satisfaction. Skilled in both administrative tasks and hands-on roles in the hospitality industry.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Receptionist
Electrical Trades Union
1988.01 - 1993.03
- Worked in the reception and my Job was office administrative duties which included working in the accounts department where I was dealing with phone queries re: membership accounts.
- Dealt with dealing directly to the public and serving members.
Catering Staff
Broadmeadows Army Camp
1987.01 - 1987.12
- Duties included function work and general waitressing.
Kitchen Hand
Cross Keys Hotel
1987.01 - 1987.12
- Employed as full time kitchen hand and assisted the chief in a fast paced environment.
Cafe Staff
Essendon Airport Cafe
1985.01 - 1985.12
- Duties included sandwich hand, cook and some casual bar work.
- Responsible for opening up the shop in the mornings.
Sandwich Hand
The Caraway Deli
South Melbourne
1985.01 - 1985.06
- Duties included serving customers along with salad making, cooking, coffee making and some general cleaning.
- Left of my own will wanting to work closer to home.
Machinist
Yakka Workwear
1983.01 - 1985.01
- Making garments for Yakka Workwear.
- Learnt many facets of the garment manufacturing industry.
Sewing Machinist
Lily Put Trebble
Moonee Ponds
1983.01 - 1983.06
- Worked as a sewing machinist.
Process Worker
Ballarat
1981.01 - 1983.01
- Worked day shift for a period of time and then moved onto afternoon shift.
Education
Year 10 -
Skills
- Public interaction
- Telephone etiquette
- Attention to detail
- Appointment scheduling
References
- Electrical Trades Union, Dean Mighell, 8341 5555
- Kearney & Co, Paul Kearney, 9428 8822
- Brentwood Kindergarten, Hilary Gray, 9386 3547
Career Overview
During my working career, I have been employed in many varied fields ranging from the hospitality industry to office admin. I have a current working with children police check and a standard police check. I also have completed a variety of courses overtime including a number of job specific software packages, a Work Place Health and Safety Course and I also completed a typing and reception course.
Timeline
Receptionist
Electrical Trades Union
1988.01 - 1993.03
Catering Staff
Broadmeadows Army Camp
1987.01 - 1987.12
Kitchen Hand
Cross Keys Hotel
1987.01 - 1987.12
Cafe Staff
Essendon Airport Cafe
1985.01 - 1985.12
Sandwich Hand
The Caraway Deli
1985.01 - 1985.06
Machinist
Yakka Workwear
1983.01 - 1985.01
Sewing Machinist
Lily Put Trebble
1983.01 - 1983.06
Process Worker
1981.01 - 1983.01