Overview
Work History
Skills
Timeline
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Sharon Durward

Saint Arnaud,VIC

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Support Worker

East Wimmera Health Service St Arnaud Campus
01.2016 - 07.2023

Supporting residents in aged care, and patients in the hospital.

Duties include Cooking, Cleaning and general kitchen duties.

Head Chef in charge duties when full time person in charge go on leave.

Cafe Owner

Self Employed
11.2009 - 10.2015
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.

Newsagency Sales Assistant

St Arnaud Newsagency
02.2005 - 12.2007
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

General Merchandise Manager

Weirs IGA
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
  • Designed displays to deliver interactive, engaging, and memorable store experiences for shoppers.
  • Monitored inventory levels and made necessary adjustments to maximize sales and profits.
  • Motivated and mentored merchandise team to achieve high performance and job satisfaction.

Skills

  • Leadership Abilities
  • Presentation Design
  • Technical Support and Assistance
  • Customer Inquiries
  • Daily Logs
  • Meal Planning and Preparation

Timeline

Support Worker

East Wimmera Health Service St Arnaud Campus
01.2016 - 07.2023

Cafe Owner

Self Employed
11.2009 - 10.2015

General Merchandise Manager

Weirs IGA
01.2008 - 01.2010

Newsagency Sales Assistant

St Arnaud Newsagency
02.2005 - 12.2007
Sharon Durward