Life long resident of the Kempsey Shire, and have been self employed since leaving High School. Shire Councillor since 2004, which has assisted in negotiation skills and financial management.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Kempsey Bus Stop Cafe
14 Smith Street Kempsey
05.2013 - Current
Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
Established strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring consistent delivery of goods and services at competitive prices.
Implemented effective financial management practices, improving cash flow and profitability.
Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Managed day-to-day business operations.
Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
Overseeing inventory management, reducing waste and maintaining adequate stock levels to meet demand.
Developed and implemented successful marketing strategies, resulting in increased brand awareness and customer base.
Ensured compliance with relevant regulations, maintaining proper documentation and licensing requirements.
Oversaw the hiring process, selecting highly skilled candidates who contributed significantly to company success.
Assessed income and expenses and adapted plans to improve profit levels.
Evaluated company performance against objectives, adjusting strategies as needed to achieve desired results.
Councillor
Kempsey Shire Council
22 Tozer Street West Kempsey
03.2004 - Current
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Dairying
AS & DF SAUL
Kempsey, NSW
01.1988 - 01.2011
Owner/Operator Dairy farming. All aspects of running a Dairy Farm. Animal Husbandry and Record Keeping .