Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer Experience
References
Availability
Languages
Retail Experience
Timeline
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Maliha Ali

Adelaide,Australia

Summary

Fashion-forward and customer-focused retail assistant with hands-on experience at KFC, Target, and Cheeseburger. Skilled in fast-paced environments, team collaboration, and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about style, social impact, and creating positive experiences for every customer. Currently studying Social Work with a background in social science and a commitment to community involvement.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Member

KFC
Adelaide, Australia
09.2024 - Current
  • Provided fast, friendly service and ensured accurate orders during high-volume periods.
  • Worked across front counter, drive-thru, and kitchen, demonstrating flexibility and team spirit.
  • Followed strict hygiene and food safety procedures.
  • Collaborated with supervisors and team members to maintain smooth store operations.
  • Positively engaged with customers, resolving issues quickly and professionally.

Crew Member

Cheeseburger
Adelaide, Australia
06.2023 - 02.2024
  • Took and processed customer orders while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere.
  • Managed register and handled payments accurately.
  • Answered phone inquiries and resolved customer concerns with care.
  • Trained new staff on service standards and station duties.
  • Maintained cleanliness and stock during opening and closing shifts.

Retail Team Member

Target
Adelaide, Australia
08.2022 - 02.2023
  • Delivered personalised styling advice to customers, improving confidence and sales.
  • Exceeded sales targets by 15% through effective upselling and trend knowledge.
  • Maintained product displays and supported visual merchandising during seasonal setups.
  • Supported team with stock management and floor organisation.
  • Recognised for excellent customer service and team contributions.

Education

Bachelor of Social Work -

University of South Australia
Adelaide, SA
06.2025

Completed Year 12 -

Roma Mitchell Secondary College
Adelaide, SA

Skills

  • Fashion & Trend Awareness
  • Customer Service Excellence
  • Styling & Product Advice
  • Sales Support & Cash Handling
  • Visual Merchandising
  • Order & POS Management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Communication & Problem Solving
  • Creativity & Initiative
  • Team collaboration
  • Cleaning
  • Heavy lifting
  • Cash handling
  • Team building

Volunteer Experience

Volunteer, National Tree Day, Adelaide, SA, Contributed to tree planting and environmental initiatives., Collaborated with volunteers and community members to raise awareness., Promoted sustainability and community care through active participation.

References

  • Harisan Loganathan, Co-worker, 0412 663 825, harisanlol60@gmail.com
  • Basra Basra, Co-worker, 0470 497 763, basrbasra09@gmail.com

Availability

Monday to Friday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Languages

  • English (Fluent)
  • Pashto (Fluent)
  • Urdu (Fluent)

Retail Experience

  • Team Member, KFC, Adelaide, SA, 09/01/24, Present, Provided fast, friendly service and ensured accurate orders during high-volume periods., Worked across front counter, drive-thru, and kitchen, demonstrating flexibility and team spirit., Followed strict hygiene and food safety procedures., Collaborated with supervisors and team members to maintain smooth store operations., Positively engaged with customers, resolving issues quickly and professionally.
  • Retail Team Member, Target, Adelaide, SA, 08/01/22, 02/01/23, Delivered personalised styling advice to customers, improving confidence and sales., Exceeded sales targets by 15% through effective upselling and trend knowledge., Maintained product displays and supported visual merchandising during seasonal setups., Supported team with stock management and floor organisation., Recognised for excellent customer service and team contributions.
  • Crew Member, Cheeseburger, Adelaide, SA, 06/01/23, 02/01/24, Took and processed customer orders while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere., Managed register and handled payments accurately., Answered phone inquiries and resolved customer concerns with care., Trained new staff on service standards and station duties., Maintained cleanliness and stock during opening and closing shifts.

Timeline

Team Member

KFC
09.2024 - Current

Crew Member

Cheeseburger
06.2023 - 02.2024

Retail Team Member

Target
08.2022 - 02.2023

Bachelor of Social Work -

University of South Australia

Completed Year 12 -

Roma Mitchell Secondary College
Maliha Ali