Alvin Wafula
Ellenbrook
Summary
I have a diverse work history spanning warehouse operations, support work and hospitality. With experience as a forklift operator, I have efficiently handled loading and unloading trucks, maintaining warehouse organization and improving workflow efficiency. As a support worker, I have provided personalized care, assisting clients with daily needs, transportation and fostering independence. Also as a Chef Assistant, I thrive in fast-paced kitchen environments, ensuring food quality, organization and efficiency. My experience demonstrates adaptability, teamwork and a strong work ethic across multiple industries.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Salesperson/Dispatcher
Galvins Plumbing Supplies
06.2024 - Current
- Worked to build relationships with customers and built potential for additional sales.
- Developed relationships with clients for increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Boosted sales by consistently engaging with customers and addressing their needs effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to reach collective sales goals, fostering a supportive work environment.
- Provided exceptional customer service, resulting in numerous positive reviews and referrals.
- Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
- Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding products and completing purchases.
- Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
Support Worker
Perth Disability Services
02.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
Forklift Operator
Amalgam Recruitment
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
Support Worker
Bluecove Disability Group
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, understanding, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
Forklift Operator
BGC Plasterboard
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
Chef Assistant
Aloft Hotel
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
- Followed recipes and instructions to achieve quality and presentation standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines for a safe kitchen environment.
- Assisted head chef in menu planning for optimal ingredient utilization and minimized food waste.
- Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
- Used variety of kitchen tools and appliances to prepare ingredients and meals.
Education
No Degree - Culinary Arts
Stanley College
Perth, WACertificate III - Individual Support
Care Education
Perth, WASkills
- Customer service
- Customer care
- Relationship building
- Customer relationship building
- Networking
- Customer engagement
- Active listening
- Relationship selling
- Client service
- Time management
Certification
- Forklift Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Working With Children Certified
- International Driver's License
Languages
English
Full Professional
Swahili
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Gardening
- Video Gaming
- Team Sports
- Playing Sports
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Fashion and Style
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
Timeline
Salesperson/Dispatcher
Galvins Plumbing Supplies
06.2024 - Current
Support Worker
Perth Disability Services
02.2024 - 12.2024
Forklift Operator
Amalgam Recruitment
08.2023 - 06.2024
Forklift Operator
BGC Plasterboard
06.2022 - 08.2023
Support Worker
Bluecove Disability Group
01.2022 - 09.2023
Chef Assistant
Aloft Hotel
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Forklift Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Working With Children Certified
- International Driver's License
No Degree - Culinary Arts
Stanley College
Certificate III - Individual Support
Care Education
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