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Andrew Cornish

Cabinetmaker, sales/design.
Brisbane,Queensland

Summary

Proven Kitchen Design Specialist with 39 years experience in the trade and a track record of fostering long-lasting client relationships at Align Kitchens, leading to significant word-of-mouth referrals. Expert in budgeting and client consultation, I excel in transforming design ideas into reality with meticulous attention to detail and a keen eye for design trends. Achieved remarkable client satisfaction through innovative custom designs and effective project management.

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Design Specialist.

Align Kitchens
09.2016 - 07.2024
  • Achieved repeat business through fostering long-lasting relationships with satisfied clients, generating word-of-mouth referrals for future projects.
  • Conducted in-depth consultations with clients, gathering information on their design preferences and budgetary constraints.
  • Implemented effective project management strategies, ensuring timely completion of tasks within scope and budget parameters.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns and making necessary adjustments to designs as needed.
  • Delivered engaging presentations to clients, showcasing design ideas and solutions that catered to their specific requirements.
  • 8 years of loyal service.

Office Team Leader.

HPP Group.
03.2014 - 09.2016
  • Headed up a small team to streamline the office procedures and implemented new systems and products.
  • Established a welcoming atmosphere for visitors by maintaining a clean, organized reception area with friendly staff interactions.
  • Sales Rep work bringing in new customers which greatly improved the company's sales.

Owner and Director.

Altered Image Cabinets Pty Ltd.
07.2008 - 02.2014
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Did all quoting and design work for my cabinetmaking business.
  • I helped customers with choosing all materials, appliances and documenting and delivering quotes and designs.
  • I built most of the work we did and also installed all the cabinetry.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.

Education

Trade Certificate. - Cabinetmaking.

Ithica College of TAFE.
Brisbane, QLD

High School Diploma -

Shailer Park State School.
Brisbane, QLD

No Degree - Business Administration And Management

Lakeside Training.
Brisbane, QLD
05.2012

Skills

  • My client consultation skills and willingness to listen to the client
  • Budgeting and Estimating
  • Custom Design
  • Design Presentation
  • Site Measurement
  • Appliance Integration
  • Storage Solutions
  • Design Trend Awareness
  • Color coordination
  • Kitchen Layout Planning
  • My ability to make the client feel at easy and to be confident in moving forward with my ideas and prices

Additional Information

My roles as a designer and estimator for the last 8 years has brought in a lot of work for my employers, generally I achieve well over a million in sales a year.

I am a dedicated and very hard working person who always gives 100% and loves the challenge of bringing the job together with the knowledge that the work I do with my clients will make them happy and improve their homes. You don't stay in a job for 39 years unless you love it and I really do enjoy this type of work. I am great at working with a team and also autonomously.


Referees are available upon request.



Timeline

Kitchen Design Specialist.

Align Kitchens
09.2016 - 07.2024

Office Team Leader.

HPP Group.
03.2014 - 09.2016

Owner and Director.

Altered Image Cabinets Pty Ltd.
07.2008 - 02.2014

Trade Certificate. - Cabinetmaking.

Ithica College of TAFE.

High School Diploma -

Shailer Park State School.

No Degree - Business Administration And Management

Lakeside Training.

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