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Work History
Education
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Shona Ward

Shona Ward

KULUIN,QLD

Summary

Outgoing, enthusiastic, flexible, supportive employee demonstrating willingness to assist customers and create positive patron relationships through product knowledge and whilst promoting a welcoming, friendly environment.

Dedicated individual competent at overseeing floor operations in management absence.

With a keen eye for detail I am seeking a new opportunity to provide comprehensive support and contribute to workplace efficiency.

Dedicated employee with strong work ethics and commitment, ready to contribute to a reputable organisation.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Bottle Shop Manager

Liquor Stax Bottle shops
MOUNTAIN CREEK & MAROOCHYDORE, QLD
12.2021 - Current
  • Overseeing all store operations on a daily basis, including overseeing staff, managing stock levels and handling customer inquiries.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to the sale of liquor.
  • Assisted in developing marketing strategies to increase sales and profitability of the store. Cross promotions with The Tavern.
  • Developed promotional campaigns for seasonal products or special events such as holidays or sporting events.
  • Monitored progress by establishing plans and measuring results.
  • Improved productivity initiatives and managing accounts.
  • Consistently lifted sales figures by 15% or more.
  • Prepared staff rosters and assigned team members to specific duties.
  • Participated in stock take inventory counts.
  • Coordinated deliveries, ensuring timely receipt of goods and accurate invoicing.

Quality Control & Warehouse Assistant

Lab Organics Formulations
02.2021 - 12.2021
  • Quality Control Technician, Line leader & training.
  • Received and processed incoming orders, ensuring accuracy of information.
  • Quality control of all high quality, salon grade hair and skin care products.
  • Verified stock inventory levels and maintained records of items shipped and received.
  • Packed goods for shipment, including labeling boxes and preparing shipping documents.
  • Ensured timely deliveries in local and international markets including Australia, UK, America and Canada.

Promotions, Spruker, Umbrella Dancer

The Eumundi Pavillion Markets
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Meet and Greet Market Entrance
  • Dancing and Entertaining
  • Kids Games & Activities
  • Market Information Hub

Manager and Part Owner

Hilton Terrace Fruit n Vegetable Warehouse
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
  • Enforced customer service standards
  • Ordering and stock control.
  • Correct storage and temperature of stock.
  • Stock waste control and procedures.
  • Staff management and training.

Financial & Office Administrator

Creative Concepts Advertising & Marketing Pty Ltd
MAROOCHYDORE, QLD
01.1996 - 01.2016
  • Answered incoming calls in a professional manner, directed callers to appropriate personnel or department, or took messages as needed.
  • Coordinated and managed daily administrative operations of the office.
  • Cultivated strong customer and supplier relationships.
  • Accounts receivable/payable and payroll processes.
  • Performed detailed reconciliations of bank and account statements, and EOM and EFY financial tasks.

Front Office & Reception

Macready Advertising Agency
01.1994 - 01.1996

Education

Current RSA - Responsible Service of Alcohol -

Cert IV - Accounting, BAS & Payroll

TAFE

Certificate IV in Business - Partial

TAFE

MYOB Business Reporting & Reconciliation -

MYOB Australia

General Office Traineeship -

The Office Business Academy Brisbane

Skills

  • Management
  • Excellent customer service
  • Team player
  • Positive attitude - always smile's
  • Adaptability, productive and creativity
  • Dedicated employee
  • Industry Enthusiasm
  • Effective sales and upselling methods
  • Liquor Law Compliance
  • Problem-solving capabilities

References

Dan Hawkins

Bottlemart Forest Glen

0419 353 935

Jacque De Rooy

CUB

0499 444 839

Timeline

Bottle Shop Manager

Liquor Stax Bottle shops
12.2021 - Current

Quality Control & Warehouse Assistant

Lab Organics Formulations
02.2021 - 12.2021

Promotions, Spruker, Umbrella Dancer

The Eumundi Pavillion Markets
01.2019 - 01.2021

Manager and Part Owner

Hilton Terrace Fruit n Vegetable Warehouse
01.2017 - 01.2018

Financial & Office Administrator

Creative Concepts Advertising & Marketing Pty Ltd
01.1996 - 01.2016

Front Office & Reception

Macready Advertising Agency
01.1994 - 01.1996

Current RSA - Responsible Service of Alcohol -

Cert IV - Accounting, BAS & Payroll

TAFE

Certificate IV in Business - Partial

TAFE

MYOB Business Reporting & Reconciliation -

MYOB Australia

General Office Traineeship -

The Office Business Academy Brisbane
Shona Ward