Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Certification
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Karen Evans

Northern Beaches,NSW

Summary

I am a caring individual who is highly motivated with a strong work ethic. I have always had a love of animals from a small child. My passion is to incorporate my love of animals with the healing modalities of First Light Flower Essences and Reiki.

I am a mother of four teenage children, two dogs, two rabbits and three chickens.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Canteen Supervisor

Elanora Heights Public School
01.2017 - 12.2023
  • Served and prepared healthy meals for the children in a specific time frame.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Provided service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Displayed telephone etiquette, when handling calls.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations and helped train year 6 children serve over the counter.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Cleaner

Self Employed
07.2013 - 01.2024
  • Develop strong relationships with clients through professionalism and consistent delivery of reliable services tailored to their specific needs.
  • I still clean for two elderly clients who rely on me.
  • Help with Ironing and taking to appointments.
  • Clean homes following specific requests.
  • Use natural cleaning products where possible and followed product recommendations to maintain client safety.
  • Interact pleasantly with clients when performing duties.

Shop Manager

Kalang Homewares
03.2014 - 12.2016
  • Maintained high standards of customer service throughout store.
  • Attended trade shows, conferences and other industry events to stay current with trends.
  • Responded to customer inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Managed daily operations including opening and closing procedures, cash handling and banking activities
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and inviting store environment for both customers and employees by enforcing proper safety protocols and cleanliness standards.

Sales & Marketing Coordinator

Metrologie
10.1992 - 03.2000
  • Assisted sales team members in developing customer relationships, and building customer loyalty.
  • Developed relationships with new and existing customers, leading to increased sales opportunities.
  • Implemented marketing strategies to generate leads and increase sales revenue.
  • Built strong relationships with clients by following up on previous purchases and suggesting new products.
  • Provided support to the sales team in order to reach monthly goals.

Dog Walker

Pet Relief
Hemel Hempstead, England
03.2004 - 01.2006
  • Picked up dogs from clients home.
  • Responsible for more than one dog at a time.
  • Administered medication if need be.
  • Fed both cats and dogs at clients home.
  • Played and entertained animals.
  • Checked on general welfare of animal.

Education

Newlands Girls School
Maidenhead, England
09.1991

Skills

  • Dependable and responsible
  • Patient and understanding
  • First Aid Certification
  • WWCC
  • Works well under pressure
  • Multitasking

Additional Information

Tazzie (Little Wiggles)

Lisa Cooper (Owner Pet Relief)

Interests

I currently practise Yoga and mindfulness

I play the drums for fun.

Dog Walker.

Enjoy nature and being outdoors

Certification

Reiki level 2

First Light Flower Essence practitioner

Reflexologist (Nature Care College)

Indian Head Massage


Timeline

Canteen Supervisor

Elanora Heights Public School
01.2017 - 12.2023

Shop Manager

Kalang Homewares
03.2014 - 12.2016

Cleaner

Self Employed
07.2013 - 01.2024

Dog Walker

Pet Relief
03.2004 - 01.2006

Sales & Marketing Coordinator

Metrologie
10.1992 - 03.2000

Newlands Girls School
Karen Evans