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Orla Stephens

Randwick,New South Wales

Summary

Talented Team Leader experienced and dedicated to enhancing employee satisfaction and business success. Diplomatic and friendly with proven commitment to employee training. Hardworking team player bringing necessary experience and knowledge to tackle any operational demand. . Looking for new role where hard work and dedication will be highly valued.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Sales Manager

Astia
07.2022 - Current
  • I am currently employed by Astia an outbound call centre and administration company. I am one of the only agents to be trained across all campaigns in Astia
  • I also assist my operations manager with the hiring and recruitment process including checking resumes, calling potential employees and conducting interviews
  • Please see the roles below

Team Leader, Sales Operations

Skymesh
07.2022 - Current
  • Top seller every week hitting all KPI's
  • Helping the team meet weekly and monthly targets
  • Lead generation of over 600 to 1000 leads through contact space
  • Dialling between 200 to 300 calls a day
  • Training all new agents on products and systems
  • Setting up logins across five systems for new agents
  • Managing a team of 12 agents while also taking inbound and making outbound calls

Bar Manger

Temple bay
Coogee
03.2021 - 04.2023
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by implementing innovative bar management strategies.
  • Enhanced team productivity through effective scheduling and task delegation.
  • Streamlined inventory management for optimal stock levels and reduced waste.
  • Increased revenue with creative marketing initiatives and promotional events.
  • Safeguarded compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations in all operations.
  • Collaborated with kitchen team for seamless integration of food and beverage offerings.

Restaurant and Bar Manager

Maroubra Junction Hotel
03.2018 - 01.2021
  • Oversaw the bar, restaurant and gaming room while on duty ensuring all staff are delivering a high level of service and masterful drink preparation,
  • Ensured all opening and closing tasks were completed correctly to prepare for the next day of operation.
  • Carefully collected and cashed up all tills three in total to confirm the correct amount and delivered cash deposit bags to the office.
  • Cashing out high volumes of money on a regular basis
  • Stock ordering and preparation for bar, restaurant, and gaming area

Bottle Shop Attendant

Maroubra Junction Hotel
03.2018 - 01.2021
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service during checkout transactions.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment for an enhanced shopping experience.
  • Assisted in inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely reordering of products.
  • Contributed to increased sales by offering product recommendations based on customer preferences and needs.

Team Leader

Airbnb
01.2017 - 02.2018
  • Provided customer service through email, phone and messaging support.
  • Handled multiple accounts during the day prioritising urgent issues.
  • I dealt with customers from all over the world from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
  • I assisted people travelling when they encountered problems varying from small to wide scale issues.
  • Trained and experienced in working with issues such as personality conflict, re-booking assistance, hotel stays, property and physical damage.
  • Handled a team of 12 agents


Restaurant Manager

Luigi Malones Restaurant
04.2016 - 01.2017

● Oversee employee work in front and back of house to ensure compliance with company polices, regulations and food safety requirements

● Perform facility walk-throughs to assess cleanliness and preparedness at beginning and end of shifts

● Complete restaurant opening and closing procedures and manage deposits

● Produce monthly reports detailing sales, trends and forecasts

● Consistently exceed daily, weekly and monthly sales targets while managing costs and keeping employee turnover

Team Leader

HCL Technologies
07.2012 - 04.2016

• I worked as a Team Leader for the client Meteor and E-mobile which is a mobile, broadband and Wi-Fi provider for customers across Ireland.
• Developed new employee’s skill sets and assited with any problems that arose.
• Trained staff to enhance customer service through suggestive selling.
• Improved productivity and morale by initiating systems for accountability and by instituting effective training programs.

Retail Store Manager

Primark
03.2011 - 07.2012
  • Performed various store operations including opening and closing procedures, product display management and budget control.
  • Managed store inventory by directing routine stock control procedures to maximise sales opportunities.
  • Recruited and trained staff members, leading by example to consistently elevate store standards.
  • Monitored market trends, taking action to guarantee store remained competitive.
  • Oversaw business staffing and training, building successful, customer-focused team.

Store Manager

Mcdonalds
07.2007 - 03.2011
  • Successfully managed a Family restaurant increasing sales through quality food and exceptional service
  • Accountable for budgeting, cost control, payroll, rosters and time management
  • Recruited, hired, supervised, scheduled and motivated a staff of up to 20 employees
  • Acted as liaison between staff and management to maintain two-way communications that improved store performance.
  • Led regular staff performance reviews to provide guidance and support for individual development.

Education

Advanced Diploma - Human Resource Management

Australian Pacific College
Sydney, New South Wales
06.2022 - 07.2023

Advanced diploma - Leadership and Management

Australian Pacific College
Sydney, New South Wales
03.2021 - 04.2022

BA (Hons) - Early Years & Childhood Studies

University College Cork
Ireland
/2010 - /2014

Skills

  • Key Performance Indicator (KPI) management
  • Employee coaching and mentorship
  • Team development strategies
  • Customer relationship management
  • Customer complaint management
  • Sales pipeline management
  • Advanced SAP knowledge
  • Salesforce, excel, Microsoft 365, ARXS, CX one, Powerpoint trained

Timeline

Sales Manager

Astia
07.2022 - Current

Team Leader, Sales Operations

Skymesh
07.2022 - Current

Advanced Diploma - Human Resource Management

Australian Pacific College
06.2022 - 07.2023

Bar Manger

Temple bay
03.2021 - 04.2023

Advanced diploma - Leadership and Management

Australian Pacific College
03.2021 - 04.2022

Restaurant and Bar Manager

Maroubra Junction Hotel
03.2018 - 01.2021

Bottle Shop Attendant

Maroubra Junction Hotel
03.2018 - 01.2021

Team Leader

Airbnb
01.2017 - 02.2018

Restaurant Manager

Luigi Malones Restaurant
04.2016 - 01.2017

Team Leader

HCL Technologies
07.2012 - 04.2016

Retail Store Manager

Primark
03.2011 - 07.2012

Store Manager

Mcdonalds
07.2007 - 03.2011

BA (Hons) - Early Years & Childhood Studies

University College Cork
/2010 - /2014
Orla Stephens