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Kim McConnell

Newcastle,New South Wales

Summary

Outgoing with experience overseeing multiple tasks and managing employees successfully. Hardworking professional committed to providing outstanding customer service and assistance.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Office Administrator

CDL Plumbing & Drainage
04.2022 - Current
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
  • Scheduling
  • Invoicing

Barista

Mama P
08.2016 - 03.2022
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
  • Completed successful daily cash audits to correctly balance drawers at end of shifts.
  • Monitored supply levels at counter and maintained customer areas to meet typical demands.

Restaurant Supervisor

Our Place On Darling
12.2013 - 01.2016
  • Boosted customer satisfaction and service delivery to strengthen customer loyalty.
  • Supervised staff to confirm that all food and beverage orders were promptly and accurately prepared.
  • Coordinated with kitchen employees and front of house personnel to consistently drive smooth operations.
  • Coordinated team members with focus on productivity, efficiency and enhancing customer experience.

Restaurant Manager

Wildwater Grill
06.2010 - 07.2011
  • Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
  • Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
  • Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations, and procedures.
  • Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
  • Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Tracked daily sales transactions and invoices for accurate and updated financial reporting.
  • Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
  • Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
  • Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.

Restaurant Manager

Hugos Manly
08.2008 - 11.2009
  • Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
  • Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
  • Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations, and procedures.
  • Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
  • Tracked daily sales transactions and invoices for accurate and updated financial reporting.
  • Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
  • Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.

Restaurant Manager

Bluewater Cafe
06.2001 - 09.2007
  • Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
  • Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
  • Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations, and procedures.
  • Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
  • Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
  • Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
  • Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
  • Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.

Education

High School Diploma -

Pittwater House School
Collaroy, NSW
1992

Skills

  • Scheduling
  • Time management
  • Office administration
  • Event Coordination
  • Staff Management

Timeline

Office Administrator

CDL Plumbing & Drainage
04.2022 - Current

Barista

Mama P
08.2016 - 03.2022

Restaurant Supervisor

Our Place On Darling
12.2013 - 01.2016

Restaurant Manager

Wildwater Grill
06.2010 - 07.2011

Restaurant Manager

Hugos Manly
08.2008 - 11.2009

Restaurant Manager

Bluewater Cafe
06.2001 - 09.2007

High School Diploma -

Pittwater House School
Kim McConnell