Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments And Hobbies
References
Certification
Timeline
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OLIVIA ROOK

Paddington ,Brisbane

Summary

I am a highly motivated and hard working individual with a strong history in customer service. I always strive to achieve the highest standard possible, at any given task or situation. I am accustomed to working in challenging and fast paced environments, especially when dealing with multiple priorities at the same time. During my past and current employment I have developed exceptional communication and problem solving skills. I am currently educated to Level-5 Diploma in Graphic Design.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cabin Crew

British Airways
11.2018 - Current
  • Working as a cabin crew member requires me to be fully first aid trained.
  • I have practised first aid on board during medicals, for example CPR, faints and head injuries.
  • I am also trained for emergency procedures which has taught me to adapt to any situation in a fast paced environment.
  • I also have the responsibility of checking safety and medical equipment before boarding passengers.
  • I was trained to work on over 6 aircrafts, I have to be highly organised, refreshing knowledge ready for the safety briefings prior to each flight.
  • Working with a new crew each time requires me to form bonds and trust quickly so we were able to work as a team efficiently and effectively but also have fun.
  • Constantly meeting and dealing with new clientele had developed my problem solving skills as problematic situations needed to be defused immediately which can be difficult with language barriers.
  • Also trained in the business class cabin, It is expected to deliver a very high standard of service which has to run seamlessly.
  • I have increased profits per flight through upselling, seat upgrades and enrolling customers into the executive club.
  • Optimising duty free sales through effective selling skills, extensive product knowledge and positive customer interaction.

Test and Trace

NHS
10.2020 - 09.2021
  • During the pandemic I have worked as a Testing Assistant through Arc Hospitality for the NHS.
  • With Covid-19 amongst us I have had to adapt my working life and how I work in teams, as social distancing is vital.
  • Working as an assistant for a Covid 19 test site includes; assisting with self tests, making test kits, the crucial role of cleaning the testing bays, cleaning staff areas every 30 minutes to keep up hygiene standards, deep cleaning every day, checking people in for their appointments and scanning customer test’s through to be collected.

Stylist

Allsaints
10.2017 - 10.2018
  • This role required me to recommend, select and help locate or obtain merchandise based on the customer's needs and desires.
  • I also operated the till which included taking payments, checking stock inventory and I had the responsibility of cashing up at the end of the day.
  • Other responsibilities included preparing online deliveries, maintaining stock room standards, placing and putting away store deliveries and visual merchandising.
  • Working in the retail sector has massively progressed my self-confidence and my team work skills.

Waitress/Bar Lady

The Red Lion
12.2015 - 09.2017
  • I worked at The Red Lion, Grenoside, as a waitress and also served behind the bar.
  • I helped to provide a friendly and attentive service; operating the till and card machine, answering the phone and taking bookings; delivering a polite, efficient and positive customer service.
  • Resolving diner complaints with kitchen staff and serving replacement menu items promptly.
  • Working in the bar and restaurant required great team work particularly during busy periods when high standards had to be maintained at all times, working well under pressure and continually striving to exceed customers’ expectations.

Waitress

Tankersley Park Golf Club
09.2013 - 12.2015
  • Delivering a professional, friendly and engaging service ensuring the customers’ dining experience was relaxing and enjoyable.
  • Tasks included setting dining tables according to type of event, taking orders, serving food and clearing tables.
  • Finally at the end of each shift I would routinely clean work areas, glassware and silverware to uphold proper standards and to prepare the work area for the next working day.

Education

Level 5 Diploma of Higher Education - Graphic Design

Sheffield Hallam University
07.2021

A-Levels, Art, AS Sociology -

Notre Dame Sixth Form
07.2018

Art & Design Level 3 Diploma -

Hillsborough College
07.2017

GCSE's, Textiles, Photography, Art, Science core, Science additional, English, English Lit, Maths, Religious Education, History -

Notre Dame High School
07.2016

Skills

  • First aid trained
  • Displays strong judgement at critical junctures, weighing all possible outcomes to choose the best course of action
  • Ability to think differently and creatively in my approach to problem solving
  • Exceptional communicator, with the ability to build trust and recognise the intentions of others
  • Organised to improve flow and increase productivity
  • Resilient to any knock backs to keep working towards goals
  • Works well in teams and can form bonds very quickly

Accomplishments And Hobbies

  • I have won many awards from participating in dance competitions.
  • Achieved up to grade 5 in Ballet, Tap and Modern with distinctions.
  • Travelling and experiencing different cultures.
  • Art, photography and design.

References

REFERENCES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST

Certification

Cabin Crew Attestation

Timeline

Test and Trace

NHS
10.2020 - 09.2021

Cabin Crew

British Airways
11.2018 - Current

Stylist

Allsaints
10.2017 - 10.2018

Waitress/Bar Lady

The Red Lion
12.2015 - 09.2017

Waitress

Tankersley Park Golf Club
09.2013 - 12.2015

Level 5 Diploma of Higher Education - Graphic Design

Sheffield Hallam University

A-Levels, Art, AS Sociology -

Notre Dame Sixth Form

Art & Design Level 3 Diploma -

Hillsborough College

GCSE's, Textiles, Photography, Art, Science core, Science additional, English, English Lit, Maths, Religious Education, History -

Notre Dame High School
OLIVIA ROOK