Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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Freya Berry

Newcastle,NSW

Summary

Resourceful and dedicated Travel Consultant that is passionate about all things travel. Extensive career in the Tourism & Hospitality industry working with clients to organise and provide unforgettable dream experiences and unique leisure travel adventures. Eager to continue my career journey and pursue my strong passion for travel & tourism by joining a supportive team. Ready and highly motivated to help achieve customer satisfaction and company goals. Strong research background, positive client feedback and love of all things travel.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Junior Travel Consultant

Sunseeker Holidays
04.2023 - 07.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals.
  • Assisted clients with flight changes and cancellations to minimise travel disruptions.
  • Streamlined booking processes for improved efficiency and reduced errors in reservations.
  • Provided exemplary customer service to new and existing clients, which helped build lasting relationships and secure new travel assignments.
  • Supervised payments via credit and debit cards and handled sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
  • Increased client satisfaction by providing personalised travel recommendations and itineraries.
  • Coordinated complex multi-destination trips involving flights, accommodations, activities, transfers, & insurance policies by working closely with suppliers.
  • Attended trade shows and conferences to stay current on industry trends and expand professional network.
  • Monitored daily reports from GDS systems such as Sabre Amadeus reviewing fare rules restrictions to maximise revenue opportunities.

Casual Office Assistant

NOVA Cruises
07.2022 - 03.2023
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants
  • Recommended products to customers, thoroughly explaining details
  • Collected customer feedback and made process changes to exceed customer satisfaction goals
  • Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff
  • Answered incoming calls and emails, addressing customer inquiries & solving problems

Casual Deck Hand

NOVA Cruises
05.2022 - 03.2023
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.

Event Corporate Food and Beverage Attendant

Pinnacle People
03.2023 - 03.2023
  • Protected business, team members and customers by monitoring alcohol consumption and keeping operation in line with legal service requirements
  • Independently delivered exceptional guest experiences through attentive service and quick response to issues
  • Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality suite environment devoted to customer satisfaction
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.

Casual Retail Employee

TSG Newsagents
06.2019 - 05.2022
  • Processed various POS transactions including cash, credit and refunds to ensure accurate cash flow
  • Assisted customers by answering questions and concerns to support positive customer experiences
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store policies
  • Merchandising and stock control

Work Experience

NOVOTEL Hotel Newcastle
07.2021 - 07.2021
  • Assisted staff in all sectors of the hotel by carrying out various different important duties & roles
  • Gained first-hand in-depth experience in all of the sections of the hotel including Kitchen, Food and Beverage, Front Office & Sales/Admin
  • Further developed & implemented new key skills needed to run a workplace smoothly including the importance of communication, teamwork, problem-solving, etc.

Education

Diploma -

TAFE Hamilton NSW
Hamilton, NSW
12.2022

High School Certificate -

Warner's Bay High School
Warner's Bay, NSW
11.2021

Certificate III -

TAFE Hamilton NSW
Hamilton, NSW
11.2021

Skills

  • Travel Knowledge
  • Customer service and Rapport
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • GDS knowledge
  • Courteous Phone Manner
  • Warm and Friendly
  • WHS Knowledge
  • Attention to Detail

Certification

  • Diploma of Travel & Tourism Management
  • Certificate III - Tourism and Events

References

  • Kelly James (Sunseeker Holidays Manager) - 0416134618 / kelly@sunseekerholidays.com.au
  • Melanie Sherry ( TAFE Certicificate III Tourism and Travel Teacher) 0423506731 /

Timeline

Junior Travel Consultant

Sunseeker Holidays
04.2023 - 07.2024

Event Corporate Food and Beverage Attendant

Pinnacle People
03.2023 - 03.2023

Casual Office Assistant

NOVA Cruises
07.2022 - 03.2023

Casual Deck Hand

NOVA Cruises
05.2022 - 03.2023

Work Experience

NOVOTEL Hotel Newcastle
07.2021 - 07.2021

Casual Retail Employee

TSG Newsagents
06.2019 - 05.2022

Diploma -

TAFE Hamilton NSW

High School Certificate -

Warner's Bay High School

Certificate III -

TAFE Hamilton NSW
Freya Berry