Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Benjamin Dollard

Toowoomba,Qld

Summary

Proven leader at Westbrook Tavern, adept in customer service and team leadership, significantly enhanced customer satisfaction and staff efficiency. Mastered time management and relationship building, fostering a motivated team environment. Excelled in staff training and development, driving notable improvements in service quality and operational effectiveness.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Duty Manager

Westbrook Tavern
06.2022 - Current
  • Managed staff scheduling for optimal coverage, ensuring efficient operations during peak hours.
  • Trained employees in essential job functions.
  • Mentored and supported junior staff members to apply best practices and follow procedures.
  • Supervised and coordinated team to provide guidance and support and maximize performance.
  • Responded to customer concerns by providing friendly, knowledgeable support, and maintaining composure and professionalism.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with customers to increase loyalty, trust and satisfaction.
  • Handled escalated customer issues with diplomacy, ensuring satisfactory resolution while preserving long-term client relationships.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving guest concerns and complaints.
  • Enhanced team performance by providing ongoing coaching, feedback, and training opportunities for staff members.
  • Oversaw inventory management, ordering supplies as needed to maintain adequate stock levels and minimize waste.
  • Handled employee-related issues to improve performance, professional conduct, and attendance reliability.
  • Maintained a safe and secure environment for guests and employees through regular facility inspections and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Developed strong relationships with key clients, vendors, and business partners to foster a collaborative working environment.
  • Ensured compliance with all company policies, local regulations, and industry standards related to hotel operations.
  • Facilitated open communication among team members by conducting regular meetings and encouraging constructive feedback sharing within the group.
  • Initiated plans to improve customer relations, quality standards, and service efficiency.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for team members, identifying areas of improvement and recommending appropriate action plans.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.

• Keg room & beer lines and taps operation and maintenance

Retail Attendant

Westbrook Tavern
08.2022 - 09.2023
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and promptly addressing concerns.
  • Managed customer complaints professionally, working towards swift resolutions that maintained brand reputation.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers through attentive listening skills and genuine interest in their needs.
  • Boosted sales through effective product recommendations and upselling techniques.

Education

Nanango State High School
Nanango, QLD

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Customer service focus
  • Time Management
  • New Employee Training
  • Customer Communication
  • Team Supervision
  • Attention to Detail
  • Relationship Building
  • Cash Management
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Delegating Work
  • Shift Scheduling
  • Work Planning and Organization
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Motivational Leadership
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Employee Development
  • Staff Training
  • Facilities Maintenance
  • Team Development
  • Team Leadership

Certification

  • Microsoft Certified
  • First Aid Certification
  • Food Handler's Certification
  • Food supervisor certification
  • Customer Liaison Officer
  • Responsible management of licensed venues
  • Approved/current Manager Liquor Licence
  • Certificate 2 in retail service
  • Responsible Conduct of Gambling Licence
  • Certificate 1 in information, digital media and technology
  • Certificate 3 in business
  • LCCI Level 1 English for Business Certificate
  • Keno Basic Training - QLD
  • TAB Compliance Training - National program

Timeline

Retail Attendant

Westbrook Tavern
08.2022 - 09.2023

Duty Manager

Westbrook Tavern
06.2022 - Current

Nanango State High School
Benjamin Dollard