Dynamic and results-driven professional with a proven track record at Geraldton 4WD, enhancing customer satisfaction and streamlining office operations. Excelled in customer service and computer literacy, significantly improving client relations and operational efficiency. Skilled in leveraging product knowledge and effective communication to foster positive outcomes. Adept at working both independently and as part of a team, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to excellence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Admin/Front Counter
Geraldton 4WD
Geraldton, Western Australia
02.2024 - Current
Monitored office services mailbox for business support needs and requests. Monitored email accounts regularly and responded appropriately within established timeframes.
Engaged in conversation with customers to understand needs, resolve issues and answer product questions.
Managed calendars to ensure efficient use of time; scheduled appointments as needed.
Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
Improved product knowledge on a continuous basis to provide optimal service.
Greeted customers and addressed their needs in a professional manner.
Prepared invoices for services rendered and collected payments from customers.
Assisted with scheduling appointments for service work to be performed on vehicles.
Developed and maintained strong relationships with customers to ensure repeat business.
Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Podcast Host
Girls N Gears Podcast
, Western Australia
10.2023 - Current
Developed a podcast format to ensure consistency in content production.
Posted on social media sites frequently to increase socials and to build relations.
Increased listeners through advertisements and dynamic hosting.
Helped increase active listener audience by posting updates on Podcast's social media pages.
Researched story background information to provide complete and accurate information.
Interviewed show guests about lives, work or topics of current interest.
Edited audio files using digital software programs such as Audacity or Adobe Audition.
Identified opportunities for cross-promotion with other podcasts or influencers in relevant 4WD industries and niches.
Organized recording sessions with guests, including scheduling and booking venues.
Designed and implemented fundraising events and activities to raise money for special causes such as Variety.
Assisted in creating artwork and logos used for branding purposes within each episode's digital assets.
WA State Leader/ Admin
Chics Off Road 4X4
, Western Australia
12.2020 - 02.2024
Event Planning; minimum 2 events per month
Social media involvement: state group chat and social media page monitoring, as well as promoting and organising events
Contact person and role model
Organised face-to-face events (alongside other admins)
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Managed group events with 5-20 members at a time, with 1 other leader.
Sales Assistant
AUS 4WD Equipment Bassendean
07.2023 - 01.2024
Worked full-time Monday to Friday 8am till 5pm and every 3rd Saturday 9am till 12pm.
Open/closed retail shop with and without assistance.
Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
Remained calm and poised in high-stress, dynamic environment to promote service to customers and staff.
Enhanced customer satisfaction with personalized product recommendations based on their needs and preferences.
Assisted customers in making informed decisions by offering detailed product knowledge and comparisons.
Participated in ongoing training to stay updated on current products, promotions, and industry trends.
Enhanced audience engagement by creating compelling multimedia content for various platforms.
Managed social media accounts, driving user engagement and increasing followers.
Handled cash transactions accurately, balancing registers at the end of each shift to maintain financial accountability.
Sales Person
TJM 4x4
02.2022 - 07.2023
Worked full-time Monday to Friday 8am till 5pm with some Saturday work
Talk to customers, make orders, organising quotes
Help run social media pages
Organize work schedules
Work in warehouse organising pallets
Answering phones
Helping open/close shop
Worked to build relationships with customers and built potential for additional sales.
Increased sales and customer satisfaction through personalized servicing.
Listened to clients and introduced solutions to satisfy business and personal needs.
Logged reports, expenses, receipts, and sales in company database.
Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
Volunteer
Ellenbrook Secondary College
03.2020 - 02.2022
I have volunteered time at Ellenbrook Secondary College in Outdoor Education classes, day trips and camping trips
Help look after students in years 10-12 and in class sizes of 15-42
Help organize trips by planning ahead, doing paperwork, planning excursion packs
Creating schedules with students to keep them on track
Creating bonds with students over school year
Have done over 650 hours of unpaid work
Student Teacher
ECU
07.2019 - 02.2022
Was completing a Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education, in third year of study, started in 2020 and unfortunately had to put it on hold in February 2022
Completed Uniprep at Mt Lawely Ecu in 2019 for 5 months
Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
Utilized various teaching techniques and strategies to engage students in learning.
Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
Retail
Reject Shop
11.2017 - 02.2018
Open/close shop: start of day and end of day tasks
Restock items: filling shelves and forward facing/presentation
Serve customers: accurate money handling, providing excellent customer service on floor, phone and via registers
Clean floors: general housekeeping
Greet customers: customer service and customer contact
High level of merchandising skills – Following floor plans and aisle flow charts 4
Effective time management through stock replenishment/splitting of several pallets in a short time span/ following “Truck 2 Customer” procedures
Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or colour.
Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change, and storing coupons.
Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
Actively engaged customers to provide general assistance and information on store merchandise.
Bar Tender/Waitress
Potshot Hotel Exmouth
04.2016 - 11.2017
Serve customers drinks/food: handling food and beverages
Used RSA: responsible service of alcohol
Waited tables: handling food, clearing areas and tables
Restock bar fridges: stock replenishment
Open/Closed bar and restaurant: start of day and end of day tasks
Followed health and safety regulations relevant to hospitality industry to minimize accidents, incidents and liability to restaurant.
Trained new waitstaff on proper food handling, customer service and safety procedures.
Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
Assist in prepping for next day: planning and preparation
Polishing cutlery/glasses: attention to detail, hygiene
Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
Waitress
Ningaloo Beach Resort
01.2016 - 09.2016
Serve customers drinks/food: handling food and beverages
Used RSA: responsible service of alcohol
Waited tables: handling food, clearing areas and tables
Restock bar fridges: stock replenishment
Open/Closed bar and restaurant: start of day and end of day tasks
Cleaned bar areas/tables: housekeeping and hygiene
Assist in prepping for next day: planning and preparation
Polishing cutlery/glasses: attention to detail, hygiene
Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
Followed health and safety regulations relevant to hospitality industry to minimize accidents, incidents and liability to restaurant.
Trained new waitstaff on proper food handling, customer service and safety procedures.
Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
Food & Beverage Attendant
Crown Perth
05.2015 - 01.2016
Waited tables: handling food, clearing areas and tables
Served drinks/meals: handling of food and beverages
Worked events such as; Melbourne Cup, Eagles Best & Fairest, Balls, Weddings etc
Polishing cutlery/glasses: attention to detail, hygiene
Prepare function areas: planning and preparation
Pickup function areas: organisation
Used RSA: responsible service of alcohol
Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to enhance service.
Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
Greeted customers and answered inquiries regarding menu items and specials.
Prepared tables by laying out napkins and utensils, refilling condiments and performing other preliminary tasks.
Served and assisted diners by carrying plates of food, taking and delivering beverage orders and refilling glasses.
Leveraged hand-held trays and buffet carts to serve food and beverage items to guests.
Customer Service
Brumbry’s Ellenbrook
04.2013 - 05.2015
Serve customers: handling money and,
Upsell items during festive sales: customer service and meeting targets
Restocked fridges: stock replenishment
Made desserts: food preparation and handling
Cleaned whole shop: housekeeping and hygiene
Open/Closed shop: start of day and end of day tasks
Prepare orders before shop opens; planning and preparation
Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes, and pies to drive product sales.
Checked expiration dates and rotated products to verify freshness and avoid spoilage.
Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
Server
Kalamunda Hockey Club
04.2007 - 09.2010
Serving customers: handling money and customer service
Sell items: customer service and meeting targets
Assist in BBQ prepping/cooking: handling food and hygiene
Restock fridges: stock replenishment
Cleaned whole canteen: housekeeping and hygiene
Open/Close canteen: start of day and end of day tasks
Made tea/coffee for customers: beverage preparation and hygiene
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Seated customers in timely manner by managing reservations and waitlists skillfully.
Education
Partial Bachelor in Secondary Education - Physical, Health and Outdoor Education
Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA
2022
Uniprep -
Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA
2019
Cert III in Hospitality -
Mint Group
2015
WACE - Completed Year 12
Ellenbrook Secondary College
Ellenbrook, WA
10.2014
Skills
Product Knowledge
Daily Opening and Closing Tasks
Computer literacy
Effective communicator
Customer service
POS systems and ordering platforms
Money-handling abilities
Punctual
Team player
Work in a team, or individually
Critical thinking
Punctual
Team player
Work in a team, or individually
Timeline
Admin/Front Counter
Geraldton 4WD
02.2024 - Current
Podcast Host
Girls N Gears Podcast
10.2023 - Current
Sales Assistant
AUS 4WD Equipment Bassendean
07.2023 - 01.2024
Sales Person
TJM 4x4
02.2022 - 07.2023
WA State Leader/ Admin
Chics Off Road 4X4
12.2020 - 02.2024
Volunteer
Ellenbrook Secondary College
03.2020 - 02.2022
Student Teacher
ECU
07.2019 - 02.2022
Retail
Reject Shop
11.2017 - 02.2018
Bar Tender/Waitress
Potshot Hotel Exmouth
04.2016 - 11.2017
Waitress
Ningaloo Beach Resort
01.2016 - 09.2016
Food & Beverage Attendant
Crown Perth
05.2015 - 01.2016
Customer Service
Brumbry’s Ellenbrook
04.2013 - 05.2015
Server
Kalamunda Hockey Club
04.2007 - 09.2010
Partial Bachelor in Secondary Education - Physical, Health and Outdoor Education