Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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April Buka

Darwin ,Australia

Summary

Throughout my employment history, I have consistently performed my duties to the highest standard, while also holding my coworkers to a high standard. I strive to conduct my daily duties to the best of my ability, while also taking on additional work to progress my career further. Some of my personal qualities include the ability to remain composed and manage stressful situations in a fast-paced work environment. I welcome the opportunity for further training, excellent interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills. Ability to build rapport with colleagues and customers while maintaining professional role boundaries. I am honest, resilient, reliable, physically capable, and well-presented. I would like to obtain a full-time position in an industry that will give me the opportunity to use my current skills and experience gained through my employment history; however, I would welcome the opportunity for further training to develop my skills in the workforce. I lead by example in the workplace, remain calm in challenging situations, and like to think strategically by identifying opportunities that may improve the business.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Customer Service Representative

Fat Shack Vintage
06.2024 - 04.2025

• Worked with a close-knit team in an office environment.

• Interacted with customers via email, phone, and occasionally face-to-face.

• Performed daily duties such as responding to emails, reaching out to customers via phone, and handling all inquiries.

•Interacted with trade customers, learning about upcoming projects, deadlines, and quantity needed for their quote documents.

•Handled customer complaints in a professional manner, ensuring the customer had a satisfactory experience.

Rental Sales Agent

Avis Car and Truck Rental
05.2023 - 02.2024
  • Performed general clerical duties such as photocopying, faxing, mailing and scanning documents.
  • Created spreadsheets and maintained databases utilizing Microsoft Excel.
  • Handled phone calls in a professional manner and responded to customer inquiries promptly.
  • Organisation of planning vehicle pick up/ drop of from various locations
  • Demonstrated effective problem-solving skills when dealing with difficult situations or challenging customers.
  • Enforced policies regarding return dates and late fees associated with rentals.
  • Advised customers on product features, pricing options and availability of rental items.
  • Organized paperwork associated with rental contracts according to procedures established by the company.
  • Maintained a clean work area while adhering to safety regulations at all times.
  • Provided excellent customer service to customers by responding promptly to inquiries, resolving complaints and ensuring their satisfaction.
  • Helped management with maintaining an organized workspace at all times.
  • Explained rental fees, policies, and procedures.
  • Prepared rental forms, obtaining customer signature, and other information, such as required

Manager

Cheap As Chips
02.2022 - 05.2023
  • Managed multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on career development opportunities.
  • Created weekly schedules based on predicted staffing needs, budgets and employee requests.
  • Handled phone calls in a professional manner and responded to customer inquiries promptly.
  • Assisted with staffing, including finding staff when employees called out on short notice.
  • Gained experience in customer service, resolving customer complaints and inquiries with a positive attitude.
  • Provided friendly and knowledgeable assistance to customers on the sales floor.
  • Performed daily opening and closing procedures such as counting money in the cash drawer and setting up the store for business.

Shift Supervisor

Mcdonalds
05.2019 - 02.2022
  • Engaged with customers to provide an outstanding service
  • Food preparation in all areas of the restaurant
  • Quality control - ensuring all meals were made to a high standard and always to the satisfaction of the customer
  • Cleaning duties – ensuring the restaurant was cleaned to an exceptional standard to meet satisfactory standards of health inspections, i.e., cleaning vats and behind equipment
  • Present the dining area in a clean and tidy manner
  • Conducted training of new staff in all areas of the restaurant including cafe, counter, drive-thru and kitchen
  • Worked both day and night shifts with no supervision
  • Provided training and mentorship to new baristas on product knowledge, cash handling, and customer service techniques.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume, fast-paced operations.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate team members in a fast-paced environment.
  • Conducted weekly inventory checks to ensure adequate stock levels of supplies and ingredients.

Education

High School Diploma - undefined

Benalla P-12 College
Benalla, VIC
11.2022

Skills

  • Management Skills
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Computer proficiency
  • Organisational Skills
  • Excellent communication
  • Interpersonal skills

Certification

Certificate III in retail

References

Elise Scheepers, Avis Rental Car, area manager

Elise.Scheepers@abg.com

+61 449 903 727

Bianca Dowell, Cheap as Chips, store manager

0429 879 004

Kaye Ellis, Fat Shack Vintage, customer service manager

0407 872 019

Kaye@fatshackvintage.com.au

Timeline

Customer Service Representative

Fat Shack Vintage
06.2024 - 04.2025

Rental Sales Agent

Avis Car and Truck Rental
05.2023 - 02.2024

Manager

Cheap As Chips
02.2022 - 05.2023

Shift Supervisor

Mcdonalds
05.2019 - 02.2022

High School Diploma - undefined

Benalla P-12 College
April Buka