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Cath Burchell

Deniliquin,Australia

Summary

Highly experienced, with 16 years working with the safe handling of food. With a keen eye for presentation. Exceptional customer service and organisational skills.

Successful sole trader as a Beautician for 14 years. Building amazing connections with clients over the journey. Sharing the highs and lows of clients' lives, and providing a warm and caring environment for them to feel comfortable.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Service Station Attendant

Bowser Bean
01.2022 - Current
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, maintaining trust between the business and its clientele.
  • Supported store management by assisting with merchandising tasks such as stocking shelves or updating product displays when necessary.
  • Maintained a clean and organized service station, contributing to a safe and welcoming environment for customers.
  • Promoted special offers or discounts available at the service station during customer interactions, increasing awareness of value-added services offered onsite.
  • Collaborated with fellow attendants to maintain a smoothly functioning work environment.

Meat Department Assistant

IGA Supermarket
07.2022 - 04.2023
  • Assisted in inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and reducing product waste through timely rotation.
  • Supported department manager in setting performance goals, leading to improved productivity and overall success of the team.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines for proper meat handling.
  • Contributed to efficient workflow by promptly unloading deliveries, stocking shelves, and organizing storage areas.
  • Collaborated with the meat department team to develop creative merchandising displays, driving increased sales.

Delicatessen

Coles Supermarket
03.2019 - 07.2022
  • Greeted customers at the counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
  • Maintained a clean workspace to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock and following proper storage procedures.
  • Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized.

Beautician

Catherine Jane Beauty Therapy
03.2010 - 03.2019

After spending 2 years in Kalgoorlie, we moved back to Bendigo for our kids to start school. I opened up my beauty business again.

Delicatessen

Coles Supermarket
11.2008 - 01.2010
  • Built on practices to develop recommendations for better procedures in the workplace.
  • Represented the Deli in meetings to raise concerns of any workplace safety issues.
  • Built on food-handling skills.
  • Provided consistent customer service.

Beauty Therapist

Catherine Jane Beauty Therapy
10.2003 - 10.2008
  • Kept work areas, tools and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
  • Handled stocking and cleaning of both therapeutic workspaces and front office.
  • Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
  • Analyzed client needs and came up with individualized and continuous treatment plans.
  • Recorded notes for future reference about customer preferences and services delivered.

Delicatessen, Seafood and Bakery Assistant.

Safeway
10.1995 - 11.2002
  • Opened new inventory and rotated stock by dates to maintain freshness.
  • Listened carefully to customer instructions and prepared orders according to those preferences.
  • Responded to telephone inquiries regarding available products and services and helped customers make appropriate choices.

Waitress

Piyawat Thai Resteraunt
02.2000 - 10.2001
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials and took drink orders.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.

Education

Flora Hill Secondary College
Bendigo, VIC

Diploma in Beauty Therapy

Australian College of Hair And Beauty
Bendigo, VIC

Skills

  • Safe Food Handling
  • Workstation Setup and Breakdown
  • Time Management
  • Displays and Showcases
  • Food Packaging and Labelling
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Cleanliness and Sanitation
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Dependable and Cooperative
  • Customer Service

Timeline

Meat Department Assistant

IGA Supermarket
07.2022 - 04.2023

Service Station Attendant

Bowser Bean
01.2022 - Current

Delicatessen

Coles Supermarket
03.2019 - 07.2022

Beautician

Catherine Jane Beauty Therapy
03.2010 - 03.2019

Delicatessen

Coles Supermarket
11.2008 - 01.2010

Beauty Therapist

Catherine Jane Beauty Therapy
10.2003 - 10.2008

Waitress

Piyawat Thai Resteraunt
02.2000 - 10.2001

Delicatessen, Seafood and Bakery Assistant.

Safeway
10.1995 - 11.2002

Flora Hill Secondary College

Diploma in Beauty Therapy

Australian College of Hair And Beauty
Cath Burchell