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Zachary Kroonenburg

Summary

Creative Business Owner with exceptional background spent in retail, cleaning and hospitality. Proven leader with engaging demeanour and success working in most demanding environments. Talented in training and mentoring successful teams.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Owner

Zoonie Services
05.2018 - 08.2023
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
  • Commercial cleaning of many venues including: Pubs, Centrelink service centres, businesses, local/ state government tenders and pressure cleaning
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
  • Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.

Director, Board of Directors

Zoonie Enterprises PTY LTD
07.2021 - 06.2023
  • Managed and planned social activities to assist local animal rescue groups through the pet shop
  • Collaborated with 2 other board members to seek involvement in policy decisions, fundraising and visibility for the Company.
  • Completed bookwork for the company to be submitted to the accountant for review
  • Ensured company compliance was always satisfied
  • Provided guidance and leadership on strategic planning initiatives and organizational development.
  • co-ordinated and ran monthly company meetings with board members and investors

Business Owner

Fantasy Tails
01.2021 - 02.2022

Was a pet shop that sold everything from animals, animal products, medical treatments and extensive advice on care for animals.

  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
  • A wide range of knowledge within most pets.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Trained and motivated new employees on proper protocols, perform daily business functions and customer service standards.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.

Manager

Hungry Jack's
08.2016 - 01.2018
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.

Manager

McDonald's
02.2015 - 05.2016
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Ensured KPI targets were met each shift
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.

Assistant Manager

McDonald's
01.2014 - 02.2015
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Assisted the manager on day to day tasks for a smooth running shift
  • Work regular customer service and food prep positions by the crew

Crew Trainer

McDonald's
08.2013 - 01.2014
  • Set positive example for team members by providing high-quality, efficient service.
  • Trained other employees in customer service, food safety, and performance requirements.
  • Taught new team members correct procedures for all areas of operations.
  • Mentored junior employees to improve performance, food safety, and customer service.
  • Studied crew members during work shift to provide feedback and guidance in improving performance.
  • Greeted customers with smile and provided friendly service to professionally handle every need.

Crew Member

McDonald's
03.2011 - 08.2013
  • Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
  • Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
  • Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
  • Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
  • Addressed guest needs, questions, or concerns to create optimum experience onboard.
  • Assisted other team members to achieve goals.

Education

Certificate 4 in Retail Management - Retail Management

Skills 360
01.2015

Certificate 3 in Retail - Retailing

Skills 360
06.2014

Skills

  • Public Speaking
  • Customer Relations
  • Business Management and Development
  • Staff Hiring
  • Chemical Cleaners
  • Driven and Determined
  • KPI Performance
  • Bookkeeping
  • Executive Leadership
  • Balanced Work Ethic
  • Hazardous Chemicals
  • Operations Management

Timeline

Director, Board of Directors

Zoonie Enterprises PTY LTD
07.2021 - 06.2023

Business Owner

Fantasy Tails
01.2021 - 02.2022

Business Owner

Zoonie Services
05.2018 - 08.2023

Manager

Hungry Jack's
08.2016 - 01.2018

Manager

McDonald's
02.2015 - 05.2016

Assistant Manager

McDonald's
01.2014 - 02.2015

Crew Trainer

McDonald's
08.2013 - 01.2014

Crew Member

McDonald's
03.2011 - 08.2013

Certificate 4 in Retail Management - Retail Management

Skills 360

Certificate 3 in Retail - Retailing

Skills 360
Zachary Kroonenburg