Customer-focused professional with successful 27 year career in Customer Service sector.
Experienced at working in a fast-paced environment.
Committed to superior customer service, confident in interactions with individuals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Customer Service Cafe Manager
O'Le Enmore
01.2013 - 10.2023
Trained cafe employees to consistently exceed customers' expectations and provide superior service.
Handled business administration functions such as payroll, cash register counting, and supply ordering.
Assisting with food preparation ,barista and handing and serving of alcohol RSA
Trained and regularly mentored associates on performance-oriented strategies and customer service techniques.
2IC Senior Hair Stylist
Elegance Hairdressing
09.2012 - 11.2014
Managed and maintained a large client base consisting of personal clients
Colour Application, Women's/Gents/kids cuts
Initiated and engaged clients in conversations as part of personalized service.
Coordinated and facilitated new hire training to maintain consistency of salon services.
Conducted and maintained inventory and set up retail displays to attract guest attention resulting in increased sales.
Offered input into research, development and implementation of new services to advance professional product lines.
Assisted colleagues with colours, cuts etc
Senior Hair Stylist
Guru/Red Salon, Clapham Common
07.2008 - 09.2012
Managed a large client base consisting of many Request Clients
Initiated and engaged clients in conversations as part of personalized service.
Conducted and maintained inventory and set up retail displays to attract guest attention resulting in increased sales.
Promoted and sold service treatments, enhancements and upgrades to maximize revenue.
Colour Application, Women's/Gents/kids cuts.
Offered input into research, development and implementation of new services to advance professional product lines.
2IC Senior Hair Stylist
Elegance Hairdressing
04.2005 - 06.2008
Managed and maintained a large client base consisting of personal clients
Trained employees in the practice of hair colour applications ,cutting ,styling
Consulted with clients with reference to new styles and colours ,providing experienced guidance
Conducted and maintained inventory and set up retail displays to attract guest attention resulting in increased sales.
Promoted and sold service treatments, enhancements and upgrades to maximize revenue.
Offered input into research, development and implementation of new services to advance professional product lines.
Stylist Apprentice
Bruce Mann Hair And Beauty
02.2001 - 04.2005
Completed Apprenticeship CII and CIII in Hairdressing
Assisted senior stylists in duties
Attending to clients needs
Learnt basic apprenticeship skills to qualified senior stylist skills
Assisted front desk by answering phone calls, taking appointments and checking clients in.
Completed and stayed with salon until business was sold
Customer Service Agent
Digiplus Communications
01.1997 - 01.2001
Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
Responded to customer calls and emails to answer questions about products and services.
Demonstrated high attention to detail, organization and management of multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
Evaluated customer information to explore issues, develop potential solutions, and maintain high-quality service.
Education
Responsible Service of Alcohol Certificate -
RSA SYDNEY
Sydney, NSW
10.2014
London UK Hair Extensions Course - Hairstyling
Bond Street Extensions
London UK
05.2009
Statement of Attainment - Hairstyling
Kerastraight Keratin
Guru Clapham Common
03.2009
Certificate III in Hairdressing - Hairstyling
TAFE
Ultimo, NSW
08.2005
LOREAL Education - Hair Design
Convention Centre Darling
Convention Centre Darling Harbour
05.2004
Certificate II in Hairdressing - Hairstyling
TAFE Sydney Institute
Ultimo, NSW
12.2002
Statement of Attainment - Make-Up
TAFE Petersham
Petersham, NSW
12.2002
Certificate II - Computer Aided Drafting
TAFE Southern Sydney Institute
Kogarah, NSW
07.1999
High School Diploma -
Bethany College
Hurstville, NSW
12.1999
Completion Of Portuguese Cultural Education -
Portuguese School
Marrickville, NSW
12.1995
Skills
Strong communication skills
Customer service focused
Building relationships and maintaining
Staff Training
Organisation
Additional Information
AWARDS RECEIVED ,
Certificate of Achievement in Customer Service Representative ,Recognition Of Goals Certificate in Outstanding Performer in performance, attitude,dependability appearance
Certificate of Achievement in Participation and help Offered in Variety Night
Certificate in Outstanding Achievement in Customer Service
Certificate in Excellence in Event Catering for 1020 people