Tafara Matubede
Perth,WA
Summary
High achieving university student in their final year, currently seeking employment. Highly competent office and administration professional,experienced optimising productivity efficiency and service quality across various environments. Highly dependable, ethical and reliable support specialist and leader that blends advanced organisational, technical and business acumen. Works effectively with cross-functional teams in ensuring operational and service excellence. Motivated professional offering proficiency in data entry combined with strong mathematical and analytical thinking skills. Personable team player with exceptional customer service abilities. Fast learner and committed to continuous, self-directed learning.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Appeal Ambassador
Curtin University Of Technology
07.2021 - 07.2024
- Spearheaded successful fundraising campaign, raising more than $100,000 in donations.
- Collected and verified telephone numbers, addresses and proper spelling of names.
- Engaged in learning and development opportunities to promote continued performance improvement.
- Educated customers on company systems, form completion and access to services.
- Learned and maintained in-depth understanding of product information, providing knowledgeable responses to diverse questions.
- Sought ways to improve processes and services provided..
Store Manager
Selective Meats
09.2023 - Current
- Increased store profitability by implementing cost-saving measures and efficient inventory management strategies.
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Streamlined purchasing processes, negotiating with vendors for better prices and payment terms.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Boosted brand awareness by creating and executing innovative marketing campaigns.
Executive Sous Chef/Administration Officer
Old Faithful Bar And Bbq
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Collaborated in timely processing of billing and accounts receivables.
- Reduced intake processes time by developing application tracking and filing systems.
- Worked closely with others to accomplish timely invoicing and accounts receivables.
- Prepared detailed documents and reports in adherence administrative processes.
- Devised strategies to reduce expenses, modernize operations and revamp procedures to improve institution operations.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Established and updated staff schedules and assignments to optimize coverage of peak times.
- Modernized processes for kitchen staff to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
Chef De Partie
Francoforte Spaghetti Bar
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and adjusting orders accordingly.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.
- Assisted in staff training, developing strong teamwork and consistency in dish preparation.
- Improved customer satisfaction by attentively addressing dietary restrictions and special requests.
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations by maintaining proper storage protocols for perishable items and promptly addressing any potential hazards.
Administrative Assistant/ Delivery Driver
Hire King/ Blazon Displays
02.2015 - 12.2020
- Maintained strong vendor connections at all stages, including arranging pricing and delivery structures and managing specific shipment or paperwork concerns.
- Transferred products of all sizes using overhead cranes, forklifts and other equipment, consistently meeting challenging performance goals.
- Managed product staging to efficiently transfer items between receiving, storage and shipping locations.
- Offered office-wide software support and training, troubleshooting issues and optimizing usage.
- Monitored premises, screened visitors, updated logs and issued passes to maintain security.
- Operated light trucks to deliver loads as far as 150 km from home location.
Chef De Partie
Furaibo Izakaya Bar & Restaurant
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Oversaw deployment of strategic business plans to accomplish accounting, compliance and revenue targets.
- Devised successful benchmarks and performance optimisation strategies to enhance company objectives.
- Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Collaborated with vendors to source desired recipe ingredients while maintaining tight cost controls.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and adjusting orders accordingly.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organisation, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Economics And Management
Curtin University
Perth, WA12.2024
High School Diploma -
Leeming Senior Highschool
Perth WA12.2017
Cert 2 in Engineering - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)
South Metropolitan TAFE
Perth, WA12.2017
Cert 2 in Automotive - Automotive Mechanics
South Metropolitan TAFE
Perth WA12.2017
Skills
- Efficient multitasking
- Shipping and receiving
- Safety and compliance
- Warehouse management systems
- Operations Support
- Stock management
- Warehousing functions
- Customer-oriented
- Office administration
- Inventory auditing
- Expense Reporting
- Social Media Management
References
Francoforte Spaghetti
Julian Staltari (Business owner)
0459577512
Selective meats
Meat operations manager
0452253402
Curtin University
Rebecca Robinson
Alumni & Community Relations Coordinator
0404252735
Oldfaithful Bar and BBQ
Troy Swanson
Head Chef
0488655163
Furaibo Izakaya Bar & Restaurant.
Kevin Allen
Head Chef
0427517575
Blazon displays/Hire king
Ajay Marlholta
Owner
0403311454
Timeline
Store Manager
Selective Meats
09.2023 - Current
Chef De Partie
Francoforte Spaghetti Bar
09.2022 - 11.2023
Appeal Ambassador
Curtin University Of Technology
07.2021 - 07.2024
Executive Sous Chef/Administration Officer
Old Faithful Bar And Bbq
01.2021 - 12.2023
Chef De Partie
Furaibo Izakaya Bar & Restaurant
12.2019 - 03.2020
Administrative Assistant/ Delivery Driver
Hire King/ Blazon Displays
02.2015 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Commerce - Economics And Management
Curtin University
High School Diploma -
Leeming Senior Highschool
Cert 2 in Engineering - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)
South Metropolitan TAFE
Cert 2 in Automotive - Automotive Mechanics
South Metropolitan TAFE