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Linda Smith

Inman Valley SA, Australia,SA

Summary

I am a hardworking and passionate female bringing 32 years of experience in numerous industries. I have strong work ethic & organizational skills.

I am eager to secure entry-level maintenance position.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Operator

Self-employed
Venus Bay, SA
10.2010 - 07.2019
  • Managed day-to-day business operations, 7 days a week as: Caravan/Cabin Accommodation over 5 acres with 62 sites & 10 Cabins, Takeaway food, Grocery Store inc Boat Hire, Bait/Tackle, Gas refills, souvenirs etc
  • Maintenance, Servicing & Cleaning
  • Receptionist
  • Housekeeping
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions
  • Payroll inc. Superannuation
  • Reconciled daily sales, returns and financial reports in MYOB

Chef

Hotel Victor
Victor Harbor, SA
11.2008 - 03.2009
  • All kitchen aspects inc. Dining, restaurant, Front Bar & Carvery
  • Verified compliance in preparation of menu items
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Maintained high food quality standards
  • Delivered excellent food quality

Chef

Willy Hill Cafe
Willunga, SA
06.2006 - 08.2007
  • All Kitchen duties
  • Maintained high food quality standards
  • Aligned seasonal plans with ingredient availability and key area events for optimal promotions.
  • Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.

Business Owner/Operator

Self-employed
Goolwa, SA
12.2001 - 12.2005
  • Owner/Operator of a Restaurant/Function centre
  • Created Function & A La Carte menus
  • Studied market to determine optimal pricing of goods and services and to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
  • Optimized team hiring, training and performance.
  • Reconciled daily sales, returns and financial reports

Pet Groomer

Self Employed
Marion, SA
02.1999 - 10.2003
  • Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs of animals under care.
  • Home Service
  • Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming and trimming.
  • Provided specialty breed clips for Poodles, Schnauzers, and Yorkshire Terriers.
  • Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
  • Met with clients to discuss cut and style preferences prior to caring for animals.

Chef

Leg Trap Hotel
West Lakes, SA
09.1991 - 01.1999

Started as a Kitchen Hand then to Apprentice Chef then to Head Chef

Customer Service Representative

Grange Deli
Grange, sa
06.1989 - 09.1993

Cashier

Stock rotation

Food Preparation

Education

Seaton High School
Seaton, SA
1991

Skills

  • Problem Detection and Resolution
  • Decision Making
  • Willing to Learn
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Task Concentration
  • Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
  • Customer Relations
  • Supply and Parts Ordering
  • Clear Communication
  • Groundskeeping

Timeline

Owner/Operator

Self-employed
10.2010 - 07.2019

Chef

Hotel Victor
11.2008 - 03.2009

Chef

Willy Hill Cafe
06.2006 - 08.2007

Business Owner/Operator

Self-employed
12.2001 - 12.2005

Pet Groomer

Self Employed
02.1999 - 10.2003

Chef

Leg Trap Hotel
09.1991 - 01.1999

Customer Service Representative

Grange Deli
06.1989 - 09.1993

Seaton High School
Linda Smith