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CATHERINE J SANSOMGOWER

DEVONPORT,Australia

Summary

Warm and energetic candidate with a proven record of delivering excellent customer service and creating memorable dining experiences. Highly skilled in cash handling, POS systems, and inventory management. Passionate about providing exceptional service and building positive customer relationships. Demonstrates active listening to customer feedback and adeptly makes adjustments to ensure satisfaction. Possesses excellent multitasking and problem-solving skills, enabling the smooth operation of business in high-pressure environments.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Food and Beverage Attendant

Madame M Cafe
02.2021 - 08.2024

Responsible for opening and closing premises, point of sale, barista, meal preparation and service, end of day financials, garden maintenance

Developed strong relationships with regular customers, leading to increased loyalty and repeat business.

Garden/Yard Maintenance Worker

Self-employeed
10.2018 - 01.2020

Maintaining lawns and gardens.

Mowing, trimming, hedging, pruning, weeding, sourcing materials, planting, mulching and some construction.


Front of house service

Harbour Master Cafe
04.2018 - 09.2018

Provided friendly and efficient customer service, including point of sale and table service.

Retail sales customer service

T2 Tea
01.2017 - 10.2017

Customer service, point of sale, visual merchandising, stock-take, achieved sales targets, team training.

Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.

Hotel Bar Attendant, House Keeper, Security

The Banjo Paterson Inn
01.2015 - 01.2016

Bar attendant, waitress, house keeping, some reception and security during peak season.

Garden/Yard Maintenance Worker

Self-employeed
02.2014 - 05.2015

Garden and yard maintenance private and industrial.

Education

Certificate lll - Conservation and Land Management

TasTAFE Burnie
Burnie, Tasmania
11.2021

Outdoors Facilities Maintenance Course -

Tafe Tasmania Clarence Campus
Clarence, Tasmania
11.2001

High School Certificate -

Clarence High School
Clarence, Tasmania
11.1993

Skills

    Excellent interpersonal / customer service skills

    Adaptability under pressure

    Ability to work independently or as part of a team to achieve a common goal

    Able to navigate computer operating systems and point of sale programs

    Able to undertake manual tasks requiring physical fitness

References

Business: Kerrie Thompson - Owner of Madame M Cafe - 0412 356 966

Personal: Sammi Richards - 0456 786 502 


Timeline

Food and Beverage Attendant

Madame M Cafe
02.2021 - 08.2024

Garden/Yard Maintenance Worker

Self-employeed
10.2018 - 01.2020

Front of house service

Harbour Master Cafe
04.2018 - 09.2018

Retail sales customer service

T2 Tea
01.2017 - 10.2017

Hotel Bar Attendant, House Keeper, Security

The Banjo Paterson Inn
01.2015 - 01.2016

Garden/Yard Maintenance Worker

Self-employeed
02.2014 - 05.2015

Outdoors Facilities Maintenance Course -

Tafe Tasmania Clarence Campus

High School Certificate -

Clarence High School

Certificate lll - Conservation and Land Management

TasTAFE Burnie
CATHERINE J SANSOMGOWER