Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Interests
Timeline
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Falina Spires

Noosa Heads

Summary

I am a highly motivated and results-oriented professional with over 10 years of diverse experience in sales, customer service, retail management, and event coordination. I have a proven ability to build strong client relationships, exceed sales targets, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. I am adept at managing operations in fast-paced environments and skilled at multitasking. I am seeking a challenging role where I can leverage my varied skills and experience to contribute to organizational success.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Server

CJ's Bar & Grille
09.2024 - 01.2025
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Kept up with fast-paced environments, ensuring timely delivery of orders during peak hours.
  • Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.

Showroom Consultant

Tradelink Australia
10.2023 - 05.2024
  • Managed customer inquiries via phone and in-person, providing expert product information and interior design ideas
  • Generated accurate quotes for builders, plumbers, and clients, ensuring timely order processing
  • Resolved customer complaints efficiently, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction
  • Managed end-of-day responsibilities, including showroom sales and closing procedures
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in accommodating client schedules and special requests, resulting in increased satisfaction rates among all patrons.

Medical Receptionist

Potter Podiatry
01.2020 - 04.2023
  • Managed schedules for two podiatrists, handling bookings, payments, and stock control
  • Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment, managing both patient and retail sales
  • Maintained accurate records and managed merchandising
  • Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
  • Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
  • Managed high call volumes, directing calls to appropriate departments while maintaining a polite and professional demeanor.

Retail Sales Assistant

I Love Noosa
03.2019 - 02.2023
  • Provided excellent customer service and processed sales transactions using the Sympac POS system
  • Managed shop duties, including stock takes and closing procedures
  • Handled money and balanced the register

Assistant Store Manager

Lk Billabong Group
02.2013 - 01.2018
  • Managed daily store operations, including opening and closing, sales, and stock management for clothing, surfboards, and hardware
  • Achieved and exceeded KPIs, demonstrating strong sales and management skills
  • Handled cash and credit transactions, ensuring accurate financial records
  • Provided excellent customer service

Operations Officer

USM Events Management
09.2010 - 10.2012
  • Planned and executed operations for large-scale events (up to 12,000 attendees), including triathlon and Ironman events
  • Managed event setup and breakdown, promotions, advertising, and signage
  • Coordinated logistics and ensured smooth event operations

Surf Instructor

Go Ride a Wave Noosa
04.2009 - 06.2012
  • Managed bookings and payments, provided merchandising, and promoted the brand
  • Provided surf instruction to a wide range of students

Professional Athlete

Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP/WSL)
01.1995 - 12.2009
  • Represented America in two world events and numerous competitions, gaining salaried sponsorships
  • Featured on Fuel TV, ESPN, Fox Sports networks, and magazine covers worldwide

Sales Coordinator

Xterra Gear USA
10.2006 - 01.2008
  • Managed clothing and wetsuit sales, team management, and customer inquiries
  • Processed online and email orders, managed stock, and collected payments

Education

Seabreeze High School
Daytona Beach

Skills

  • Dedicated Work Ethic
  • Outstanding Client Support
  • Cash Management
  • Customer Engagement
  • Timely Attendance
  • Customer Service
  • Inventory Management
  • Store cleaning
  • Retail Showroom Management

Accomplishments

  • Inducted into the East Coast Surfing Hall of Fame in January 2024. Surfed professionally from 1995 to 2009.

Certification

  • Food Handler Certificate (FHC) - American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Heart Association.
  • Alcohol Server Certification - Training for Intervention Procedures (TIPS).
  • First Aid Certification

Interests

  • I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
  • Surfing
  • Dancing
  • Playing Sports
  • Animal Care
  • Music

Timeline

Server

CJ's Bar & Grille
09.2024 - 01.2025

Showroom Consultant

Tradelink Australia
10.2023 - 05.2024

Medical Receptionist

Potter Podiatry
01.2020 - 04.2023

Retail Sales Assistant

I Love Noosa
03.2019 - 02.2023

Assistant Store Manager

Lk Billabong Group
02.2013 - 01.2018

Operations Officer

USM Events Management
09.2010 - 10.2012

Surf Instructor

Go Ride a Wave Noosa
04.2009 - 06.2012

Sales Coordinator

Xterra Gear USA
10.2006 - 01.2008

Professional Athlete

Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP/WSL)
01.1995 - 12.2009

Seabreeze High School
Falina Spires