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Carrie Shakespeare-Pavkova

Corporate Hospitality and Business Support Specialist
Hope Island

Summary

I have a Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Laws with employment experience in many diverse hospitality roles. I have developed a high level of organisational skills with a can-do attitude and adaptable mindset.

I bring a mature, grounded approach to all work, shaped by life experience and a genuine passion for helping others. Never afraid of a challenge, I thrive in fast-paced environments and bring creative thinking, empathy, and a strong work ethic to everything I do.

I have comprehensive experience in administrative functions and office management. I excel in team collaboration and adapt readily to changing needs, ensuring reliable and consistent performance. I am proficient in communication and take a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimising processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
2030
2030
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Sales Coordinator

Village Roadshow Theme Parks
04.2024 - Current

Conference and Event Coordinator

Village Roadshow Theme Parks
03.2023 - 04.2024

Medical Receptionist

Gold Coast Gastroenterology
01.2022 - 03.2023

Group Reservation Coordinator

The InterContinental Hayman Island Resort
05.2019 - 12.2021

Guest Services Agent

The InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort
08.2018 - 05.2019

Group Reservation Agent

Wrest Point Hotel & Casino, Federal Group
10.2017 - 08.2018

Reservations Agent

Wrest Point Hotel & Casino, Federal Group
06.2017 - 08.2018

Guest Services Supervisor

Wrest Point Hotel & Casino, Federal Group
03.2016 - 10.2017

Guest Services Representative

Wrest Point Hotel & Casino, Federal Group
02.2014 - 08.2018

Food and Beverage Attendant/Supervisor

Hilton Hotels & Resorts
04.2014 - 12.2014

Food and Beverage Attendant/Supervisor

The Star, Gold Coast
12.2009 - 04.2014

Food and Beverage Attendant

Tavistock Leisure
10.2008 - 02.2009

Restaurant Manager

Tchin Tchin
05.2008 - 10.2008

Bakery Retail Assistant

Brumby's Bakery
11.2007 - 03.2008

Restaurant Manager

Surfers Hotspot
02.2005 - 02.2007

Stores and Procurement Officer

Allamanda Private Hospital
01.2003 - 01.2005

Ride Attendant

Sea World
11.2003 - 01.2004

Retail Assistant

Toyworld
02.2002 - 04.2003

Food and Beverage Attendant

Sea World
12.2001 - 02.2002

Education

Graduate Diploma of Practical Law Training -

College of Law
Gold Coast, QLD
01.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Law - Law

University of Southern Queensland
Queensland
02-2024

Bachelor of Business - Hotel Management

Griffith University
Gold Coast, Australia
01.2010 - 01.2013

Skills

Customer communication

Sales reporting

Data entry

Issue resolution

Strong enthusiasm

Managerial skills

Upselling

Contract preparation

Relationship management

Event planning

Customer engagement and support

Additional Information

Member of The Queensland Law Society

Member of Gold Coast District Law Association

Career Experience

Office and Customer Service professional

Event Coordination and Sales

  • Organisation and production of events - from 20 - 750 pax
  • Detailed client communication
  • Sales administration including incoming calls and product upselling
  • Sales reports - weekly, end of month
  • Booking travel and reconciliation of expenses

Medical Reception

  • Medical billing
  • Client management including appointment setting
  • Hospital booking and theatre lists

Experience in aspects of Food and Beverage service, from Barista to Manager

  • Including fine dining, in-room dining and casual cafe style environments
  • Staff training and restaurant management

Hotel Reservations & Guest Services

  • Luxury hotel environments with worldwide branding
  • First point of contact for external hotel calls and in-house enquiries
  • Fast paced response and ownership of all enquiries
  • FIT accommodation reservations and large group bookings
  • Experience with international and local clients
  • Booking excursions including helicopters and cruise transfers
  • Porterage and valet services

Software

  • Opera V5 and OSEM - Hotel Reservations and Event Management
  • Dynamics - CRM
  • Concur - Credit Card Expense Reconciliation
  • Serko - Accommodation and Flight Booking
  • Outlook & Microsoft Office
  • Teams
  • Gentu - Medical Appointment tracker


Timeline

Sales Coordinator

Village Roadshow Theme Parks
04.2024 - Current

Conference and Event Coordinator

Village Roadshow Theme Parks
03.2023 - 04.2024

Graduate Diploma of Practical Law Training -

College of Law
01.2023 - Current

Medical Receptionist

Gold Coast Gastroenterology
01.2022 - 03.2023

Group Reservation Coordinator

The InterContinental Hayman Island Resort
05.2019 - 12.2021

Guest Services Agent

The InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort
08.2018 - 05.2019

Group Reservation Agent

Wrest Point Hotel & Casino, Federal Group
10.2017 - 08.2018

Reservations Agent

Wrest Point Hotel & Casino, Federal Group
06.2017 - 08.2018

Guest Services Supervisor

Wrest Point Hotel & Casino, Federal Group
03.2016 - 10.2017

Food and Beverage Attendant/Supervisor

Hilton Hotels & Resorts
04.2014 - 12.2014

Guest Services Representative

Wrest Point Hotel & Casino, Federal Group
02.2014 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Business - Hotel Management

Griffith University
01.2010 - 01.2013

Food and Beverage Attendant/Supervisor

The Star, Gold Coast
12.2009 - 04.2014

Food and Beverage Attendant

Tavistock Leisure
10.2008 - 02.2009

Restaurant Manager

Tchin Tchin
05.2008 - 10.2008

Bakery Retail Assistant

Brumby's Bakery
11.2007 - 03.2008

Restaurant Manager

Surfers Hotspot
02.2005 - 02.2007

Ride Attendant

Sea World
11.2003 - 01.2004

Stores and Procurement Officer

Allamanda Private Hospital
01.2003 - 01.2005

Retail Assistant

Toyworld
02.2002 - 04.2003

Food and Beverage Attendant

Sea World
12.2001 - 02.2002

Bachelor of Law - Law

University of Southern Queensland
Carrie Shakespeare-PavkovaCorporate Hospitality and Business Support Specialist