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Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Kate Brown

Balwyn North,VIC

Summary

Welcoming, personable individual with well-developed hospitality skills.

Handles high-pressure situations with undeniable grace and poise.

Experience with Virgin Australia as valued cabin crew Member.

Excellent history of using critical thinking and sound judgment to solve challenges.

Personable and energetic with firm command of flight safety and regulations.

Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure Part Time employment as Guest Services Agent with Virgin Australia.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cabin Crew Member

Virgin Australia
08.2022 - Current
  • Followed company regulations and rules to promote safe environment for travellers and employees.
  • Cleaned and serviced aircraft cabin, galleys and lavatories.
  • Supported passengers with special needs and provided assistance to wheelchair passengers.
  • Advised passengers of flight regulations to maximize safety and security.
  • Assisted passengers with storing luggage and helped locate seating.
  • Answered passengers' questions about flight, aircraft and destination.
  • Welcomed passengers aboard and provided overview of safety procedures.
  • Offered personalized assistance to children, elderly and passengers with special needs.
  • Delivered food and beverage service, reading material and other in-flight services.
  • Assisted passengers in boarding and deplaning aircraft.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of aircraft safety features and emergency equipment.
  • Monitored cabin during flights and responded to passenger inquiries or issues.
  • Collaborated with flight crew to maximize smooth and safe flights.
  • Completed pre-flight safety checks to reinforce passenger safety.
  • Responded to passenger emergencies to provide first aid.
  • Performed pre-flight cabin checks to maintain operational safety equipment.
  • Used excellent customer service skills in addressing passengers' needs.
  • Facilitated boarding process by greeting passengers upon arrival to aircraft and providing direction to seats.
  • Assisted passengers with disabilities by providing wheelchairs and supporting throughout airport to provide excellent customer service.
  • Demonstrated proper use of safety equipment and seatbelts to inform and educate passengers prior to takeoff.
  • Attended workshops and trainings in customer service, conflict resolution tactics, and safety procedures to keep abreast of all new requirements and procedures.
  • Served beverages and food items from refreshment carts and provided information about in-flight offerings to passengers.
  • Greeted passengers, assisted with carry-on baggage storage and delivered onboard announcements.
  • Clearly explained and demonstrated safety and emergency procedures to passengers prior to takeoff.
  • Facilitated communication between flight deck and cabin crew prior to and during flights to promote smooth operations.
  • Resolved passenger conflicts and medical emergencies during flights.
  • Ensured safety and comfort of customers onboard aircraft.

Executive Personal Assistant

Whitelaw & Gove Pty Ltd
06.2010 - 12.2021

Coordinated international and domestic travel logistics including flight itineraries, hotel reservations and car services.
• Provided general administrative support including scheduling meetings, making travel arrangements and managing documentation.
• Sourced and ordered office equipment and supplies.
• Provided multifaceted services to professionals by managing mail,
scheduling appointments and other administrative tasks.
• Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated
appointments for future events.
• Utilized personal and professional networks to identify, acquire and
manage new clients.
• Arranged domestic and international travel plans and itineraries.
• Attended meetings, took notes and tracked action items.
• Served as point of contact between clients and managerial staff.
• Answered phone calls and addressed customer questions and
concerns to promote satisfaction and continued business.
• Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate
communication and enhance business processes.
• Used discretion when handling confidential information.
• Communicated with internal departments, vendors and contractors to discuss schedules, project,requirements and upcoming appointment.

Retail Assistant

Country Road Group
02.2004 - 05.2006

Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise and suggested suitable options.
• Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
• Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
• Increased sales and customer satisfaction through personalized servicing.
• Informed customers of current store promotions to encourage additional sales purchases.
• Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
• Effectively located merchandise across various stores to address customer needs.
• Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders and gift card activations.
• Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
• Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change and storing coupons.
• Provided friendly service and assistance to clients promote customer loyalty, satisfaction and sales.
• Actively engaged customers to provide general assistance and information on store merchandise.

Production Assistant

Basecamp Productions
02.1998 - 12.2003

• Interacted positively with actors and actresses when escorting to and from trailers during filming.
• Managed digital assets and resources for business, promotional and routine filming use.
• Assisted crews with set building and pointed out problems that could be potential safety issues.
• Created reports and documents and submitted production paperwork on time.
• Maintained schedules, managed deadlines and interfaced with teammates to support production activities.
• Helped management with business operations to align teams, set goals and execute initiatives.

• Coordinated with producers and talent to create content and new ideas.
• Stayed alert, active and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
• Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
• Assisted director with planning and completing film shots and B roll footage.
• Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
• Communicated with other crew members via walkie talkies to coordinated production activities.
• Supported world-class directors and service delivery to client community

Education

Bachelor of Science - Podiatry

La Trobe University
Melbourne, VIC
11.1997

Skills

  • Cabin Crew Training
  • Safety Procedures
  • Greet Guests
  • Issue Resolution
  • Administer Advanced First Aid and CPR
  • Food and Beverage Service
  • Passenger Care
  • Guest Services
  • Medical Emergency Response
  • Public Interaction
  • Evacuation Procedures
  • Customer Assistance
  • Safety Regulation Compliance
  • Interpersonal Communications
  • Pre-Flight Briefings
  • Conflict Resolution Techniques
  • Passenger Documentation
  • Aircraft Emergency Evacuations
  • Customer Feedback
  • Critical Thinking
  • Company Guidelines
  • Child Restraint Systems
  • Guest Satisfaction
  • Direct Passengers
  • Service Quality
  • Safety Demonstrations
  • Boarding Ticket Checks
  • Aircraft Safety Checks

Accomplishments

  • Displayed a calm demeanour in the most intense situations, which helped boost morale of the entire crew and many passengers.
  • Provided noteworthy service to travellers and resolved issues efficiently, resulting in an above-average performance rating.
  • Took on additional crew responsibilities with a positive attitude when other crew members were overwhelmed, which provided valuable on-the-job training in different capacities.
  • Successfully calmed passengers during turbulence and other areas of conflict.

Certification

  • Advanced First Aid and CPR
  • Current RSA Certificate
  • Surf Bronze Medallion

Languages

German
Limited Working

Timeline

Cabin Crew Member

Virgin Australia
08.2022 - Current

Executive Personal Assistant

Whitelaw & Gove Pty Ltd
06.2010 - 12.2021

Retail Assistant

Country Road Group
02.2004 - 05.2006

Production Assistant

Basecamp Productions
02.1998 - 12.2003

Bachelor of Science - Podiatry

La Trobe University
Kate Brown