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Anna Thomson

Springvale,Alexandra

Summary

Responsible and friendly, with over 5 years experience in retail, hospitality and customer service. With demonstrated knowledge and experience in service coordination and liaising with others to ensure seamless service delivery, I take great pride in providing high-quality well-run services, making people feel at ease, listening to their needs and providing great service with practiced care and attention to individual needs. With strong problem-solving skills, supported by the use of common sense, I am able to generate practical solutions to resolve challenges efficiently. I am focused, hardworking and punctual with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Part Time Duty Manager and Bar Staff

Wedderburn Tavern
, Wedderburn
11.2023 - Current
  • Providing great customer service while ensuring the smooth running of the Tavern.
  • Monitoring stock and order list to ensure adequate stock levels at all times and waste reducrion.
  • Conducting regular inspections of equipment and facilities in order to identify any maintenance needs.
  • Coordinating with floor and kitchen staff to ensure smooth workflow and efficient service.
  • Ensuring compliance with local licensing laws and regulations relating to serving alcohol.
  • Negotiating cost-effective deals with suppliers in order to reduce overhead costs.
  • Maintaining a positive and professional approach in customer interactions, answering concerns and resolving problems with a friendly and knowledgeable approach.
  • Fostering a positive work environment for all staff and delivering exceptional customer service.
  • Developing and maintaining a safe working environment, adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.

Part Time Shift Runner

Domino's Pizza
Browns Bay, Auckland
03.2022 - 02.2023

During my time at Domino's, I worked in several roles, with tasks including:

  • Assisting customers with product selection, answering questions, and providing appropriate solutions.
  • Preparing and packaging orders.
  • Delivering pizzas.
  • Cleaning and maintaining a clean environment to ensure safety standards are maintained.

As a Shift Runner (equivalent to Acting Assistant Manager), I was tasked with ensuring the efficient running of the store and managing end-of-day closing responsibilities, including:

  • Ensuring that all areas of the store were clean, organized, and properly stocked at all times.
  • Monitoring store performance to ensure operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
  • Ensuring orders were made on time and to high standards.
  • Mentoring and coaching staff by giving direction, feedback and support, as required.
  • Managing cash flow by monitoring sales activities and completing cash reconciliation at the end of the shift.
  • Ensuring all food was stored as per required food safety standards.
  • Ensuring the store was securely locked.

Part Time Retail Assistant

Spark
Albany, New Zealand
12.2020 - 05.2022
  • Offering friendly greetings and assistance to incoming customers.
  • Engaging positively with each customer, providing professional and polite support for sales and service needs.
  • Keeping calm and applying strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills to resolve complaints.
  • Calculating pricing, applying discounts and processing payment transactions.
  • Managing cash register operations using POS system.
  • Processing merchandise returns and exchanges for customers, including refunding payments, trading items and offering store credits.
  • Answering questions about current promotions and resolving issues according to store policies.
  • Driving sales by successfully employing upselling and cross-selling strategies.
  • Working with other stores to find desired items for customers.
  • Explaining Spark's product and service offerings to clients, enabling them to choose the options best fitting their personal needs.

Part Time Retail Assistant

Hospice Shop
Milford, New Zealand
01.2019 - 06.2020
  • Offering friendly greetings and assistance to incoming customers.
  • Receiving donations and organising merchandise, as required, including setting pricing.
  • Assisting customers with their search for products and other queries.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Double Major in Neuroscience and Physiology

University of Otago
Dunedin
01-2026

NCEA Level 3 - Tuakana Prefect

Westlake Girls High School
Auckland
12-2022

Skills

  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Great Time Management Skills
  • Service Coordination
  • Stock Monitoring and Control
  • Budget Creation and Management
  • Excellent Customer Service
  • Attention to Detail
  • POS system operation and Payment processing
  • Advanced Computer Skills
  • Full Driving License with own reliable car

Certification

  • Bar Manager

Timeline

Part Time Duty Manager and Bar Staff

Wedderburn Tavern
11.2023 - Current

Part Time Shift Runner

Domino's Pizza
03.2022 - 02.2023

Part Time Retail Assistant

Spark
12.2020 - 05.2022

Part Time Retail Assistant

Hospice Shop
01.2019 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Science - Double Major in Neuroscience and Physiology

University of Otago

NCEA Level 3 - Tuakana Prefect

Westlake Girls High School
Anna Thomson