Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Dancing, Fine Dining and the Beach
Languages
Timeline
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Lisa Mandarano

Capel Sound,Vic

Summary

EXPERT CUSTOMER SERVICE KNOWLEDGE. ATTENTION TO DETAIL. EXCELLENT COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner of Restaurant

Self Employed
09.2013 - 09.2016
  • Highly skilled and knowledgeable I bring wealth of expertise from over 20 years with in Customer Service industry
  • Experienced in Teaching, in language and literacy, proficient in the in the English language and also speak, read and write Italian
  • I have owned and operated my own restaurant and a number of Beauty Day Spa’s, to which I loved, but feel it’s time for a sea change and don’t feel I need a high pressure managerial role
  • I do feel my experience running businesses has instilled in me strong reception and customer service management
  • I have always been passionate about my work passing on my knowledge to others or learning new tasks when required
  • I pride myself on my professional attitude and appearance and achieve goals that are set
  • I possess a vibrant outgoing personality which would be an asset to any employer.
  • Optimized menu offerings based on customer feedback, leading to better sales performance and high levels of repeat business.
  • Mentored and developed staff members, fostering an environment that promoted professional growth within the team.
  • Supervised daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely resolution of any issues that arose.
  • Set employee schedules, delegated work, and monitored food quality and service performance.
  • Cultivated a positive dining atmosphere by maintaining a clean and inviting establishment.

Hairdresser & Beauty Therapist

Grand Villa Aged Care
05.2018 - 02.2023

05Managing and supervising staff at work

  • Passionate about my work and passing on knowledge to others, I pride myself on professional attitude and appearance, and achieve goals that are set
  • I possess a vibrant outgoing personality, which is an asset to any employer, and recently qualified Laser Technician , I.P.L
  • And Skin Rejuvenation and also possess Laser Safety Officer Certificate and Tattoo removal Certificate.
  • Answered over 50 phone calls daily to assess customer needs, schedule appointments, and give advice about hairstyle and colour options
  • Supported reception desk, receiving phone calls, entering appointments, and collecting payments for services rendered.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized hair consultations and recommending suitable styles.
  • Managed appointment scheduling efficiently, maximizing daily bookings while minimizing wait times for clients.

Diversional Therapist in Aged Care

Village Glen Aged Care Residences
02.2021 - Current
  • Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
  • Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
  • Provided individual and group therapy sessions to patients suffering from mental health issues.

Education

Diploma of Beauty Therapy - Diversional Therapy-

Phillips Institute-
Chadstone
12.2021

High School Diploma -

Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC
12.2000

Skills

  • Expert Knowledge
  • Attention to Detail
  • Managerial skills
  • Training Staff
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Fluent in English & Italian Language
  • Computer skills
  • Expertise in Food industry
  • Extensive knowledge of Day Spa Treatments
  • Complaint Handling
  • End of day balance sheet
  • Public Speaking
  • Work well under pressure
  • Motivated and committed
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Progress assessment
  • One-on-one support
  • Treatment Planning

Certification

  • Laser Technician
  • I.P.L. and Skin Rejuvenation
  • Laser Safety Officer Certificate
  • Tattoo removal Certificate

Dancing, Fine Dining and the Beach

Dancing- Ballroom-Zumba is a fun way to keep fit.


Fine Dining- Have a passion for food so much so I owned and operated my own Italian Restaurant.


Sea Change- Moved to Mornington Peninsula to escape the busy lifestyle in Melbourne. 

I'm feeling more relaxed living closer to the beach.  It's my favourite place to be.

Languages

Italian
Full Professional

Timeline

Diversional Therapist in Aged Care

Village Glen Aged Care Residences
02.2021 - Current

Hairdresser & Beauty Therapist

Grand Villa Aged Care
05.2018 - 02.2023

Owner of Restaurant

Self Employed
09.2013 - 09.2016

Diploma of Beauty Therapy - Diversional Therapy-

Phillips Institute-

High School Diploma -

Victoria University
Lisa Mandarano