Currently manager at Essential beauty Chirnside Park for 3 1/2 years, training staff and all management decisions.
Working as a piercer and beauty therapist.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Essential Beauty Chirnside Park
03.2020 - Current
Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
Body Piercer
Essential Beauty
03.2020 - Current
Trained apprentice piercers on proper techniques and safety protocols, fostering a supportive learning environment.
Managed appointment scheduling efficiently while accommodating walk-ins when possible to maximize daily revenue generation.
Developed strong rapport with clients through clear communication and a friendly demeanor, building a loyal customer base.
Established a welcoming atmosphere within the studio by keeping it clean, organized, and displaying our portfolio proudly.
Maintained detailed records of each client''s procedure, allowing for accurate tracking of piercing history and improved customer service.
Monitored inventory levels of supplies such as needles, gloves, disinfectants, ensuring that we never ran out during peak hours or busy seasons.
Sought feedback from clients after their piercing experience, allowing us to continuously improve upon our services and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
Polished and sterilized all tools and equipment with an autoclave, ensuring a safe environment for clients.
Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized consultations and recommending appropriate body piercings based on individual preferences.
Delivered exceptional customer experiences by carefully listening to client needs, upholding strict safety protocols, and demonstrating expert technique.
Ensured a safe and sterile environment for piercing procedures, resulting in zero infection incidents during my tenure.
Consistently maintained compliance with all local health regulations while performing professional body piercings at the highest standard of cleanliness.
Assisted in the selection and ordering of high-quality jewelry inventory, ensuring access to an extensive range of options for clients.
Educated clients on proper aftercare techniques, leading to faster healing times and fewer complications.
Conducted routine equipment maintenance checks to ensure optimal performance levels during every procedure.
Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
Managing Director
Blue Ridge Beauty Salon
01.2010 - Current
Identify needs of the company to convert into a sustainable business platform
Create and implement infrastructure to achieve quality standards and at the same time maintaining day to day business operations
Fully trained in enabling servicing the full needs of the customer with high standards
Positioning the company in key markets and establishing client and business relationships to deliver sustainability and longevity
All areas of nail therapy, including acrylic, gel and shellac nails, pedicures and manicures and specialising in nail disorders
All areas of beauty therapy, waxing, spray tanning, eyelash tinting, ear candling, facials, make-up and paraffin treatments
Bookkeeping and financial transactions.
Home help and bringing up children
01.2004 - 01.2010
Managing Director
Zarrs Nail and Beauty Salon
01.1998 - 01.2004
All areas of nail therapy, including acrylic, gel and shellac nails, pedicures and manicures and specialising in nail disorders
All areas of beauty therapy, waxing, spray tanning, eyelash tinting, ear candling, facials, make-up and paraffin treatments
Client services and communication
Management skills
Bookkeeping and financial transactions.
Managing Director
Traitare Nail and Beauty Salon
01.1994 - 01.1998
All areas of nail therapy, including acrylic and gel nails, pedicures and manicures and specialising in nail disorders
All areas of beauty therapy, waxing, spray tanning, eyelash tinting, ear candling, facials, make-up and paraffin treatments
Client services and communication
Management skills
Bookkeeping and financial transactions.
Beauty Therapist
Michelle’s Beauty Care
01.1992 - 01.1994
All areas of current nail therapy, including acrylic and gel nails, pedicures and manicures and specialising in nail disorders
Most beauty therapy, waxing, eyelash tinting, ear candling, facials, make-up and paraffin treatments
Client services and communication
Bookkeeping and financial transactions.
Managing Director
Terrianne’s Nail and Beauty Care
01.1988 - 01.1992
All areas of current nail therapy, including acrylic and gel nails, pedicures and manicures and specialising in nail disorders
All areas of current beauty therapy, waxing, eyelash tinting, ear candling, facials, make-up and paraffin treatments
Client services and communication
Management skills
Bookkeeping and financial transactions.
Nail Technician
Fantastic Fingers
01.1988 - 01.1992
Acrylic nails
Eyelash tinting
Make-up
Client services and communication
Financial transactions.
Payroll Clerk /Sales Assistant
Best and Less
01.1982 - 01.1988
All retail duties
Innovative presentation of store products
Ability to team manage and assist
Customer orientation
Cash handling duties and payroll clerk.
Education
Schooling
Meriden Ladies College
Sydney, NSW
Skills
Solid management and innovative business skills
Experienced in client services with the ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Excellent grooming and presentation skills
Ability to work with teams or individuals and willingness to learn and share knowledge
Able to promote products and services with strong sales skills in all beauty environments including over twenty years of beauty salon experience
Ability to plan assessment activities and processes with validity and analyse and present research information with contributions
Practiced in human services including client and business networks and able to assess competence
Excellent communication and people skills with the ability to create a positive first impression
Flexibility to work a range of hours
Cash handling and accounts processing including all file management required
Confident with using all salon equipment
Professional telephone manner
Certificatesandskills
Certificate IV (TAE) Training and Assessment
Certificate II Nail Technology
Accredited Waxing Certificate
Accredited Spray Tanning Certificate
Accredited Make-up and Beauty Certificate
Computer Skills including Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
Experience with computerised booking systems
Full Manual Driving Licence
Referencesandcertificates
Available on request
Attributes
Honest, reliable, energetic and punctual
Professional presentation and excellent grooming
Logical thinking and detail orientated
Enthusiastic, hardworking, efficient and responsible
Great work ethics and organisation skills
Enjoys new challenges
Cheerful, helpful and friendly
Hobbies and Interests
Reading fiction novels and self motivation books
Music- wide range
Socialising with family and friends
Taking care of my pet dog and cats
World-wide travelling, which I enjoyed mainly before I had parenting responsibilities, Canada, Asia and Australasia