Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Interests
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Annie Edwards

Taupo,WKO

Summary

A scientist by trade barista by choice in Australia. Fell in love with New Zealand after a week holiday. Achieved goal of shifting country, landed the very first job in a month as a retail assistant who goes above and beyond for customer.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Taupō District Library
02.2023 - Current

I am a book selector for one of Housebound clients. I also do delivery once a month.

I help update bookshelf signage and labels on children's book boxes.


Retail Assistant

Bed Bath & Beyond
09.2021 - Current
  • I am a permanent part time on 19 hours per week basis
  • Provided exceptional customer service, enhancing overall shopping experience for diverse clientele.
  • Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, ensuring positive outcomes and loyalty retention.
  • Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained store presentation standards through effective merchandising techniques.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline inventory management processes.

Housekeeper

Lakeside Accommodation Lake Taupo
11.2022 - 09.2024
  • A part time staff on 10 hours per week basis
  • Adhered to professional housekeeping checklist.
  • Assisted fellow workers when needed.
  • Analyzed cleaning processes regularly, identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices.
  • Maximized efficiency of housekeeping operations through effective communication with team members and supervisors.

Owner Operator

Bite My Biscuit
09.2009 - 02.2021
  • At Bite My Biscuit, I was the manager and barista. I also looked after the accounts and IT side of the business.
  • Customer service, barista, manager, accounts, ordering, purchasing, invoicing, bookkeeping, IT, webmaster, social media admin

Waitress

The Royal Thai Orchid
09.2005 - 03.2008
  • This was a part-time job while I was completing my Certificate IV. I went back to Thailand after graduation and was granted a partner visa in September 2008. I then realised how much I enjoyed working in hospitality.

Relief Program Assistant

Mt Gravatt West Special Education Developmental Unit (SEDU)
02.2007 - 09.2007
  • After my work placement completed, I was offered a contract as a teacher aide supporting young students with disabilities from July - September, 2007.

Biomedical Research Technologist

Molecular Biology Section, US Army Medical Component - Armed Forces Research Institute of Medical Sciences (USAMC-AFRIMS)
05.1999 - 05.2005
  • A full-time laboratory technician
  • Conducted experiments to support research on infectious diseases using molecular biology techniques.
  • Managed laboratory inventory, ensuring availability of essential reagents and materials for experiments.
  • Prepared reports to document laboratory results and findings.
  • Assisted in the preparation of grant applications, securing funding for critical research projects.
  • Evaluated emerging trends in the field of technology-focused research by staying current on relevant publications and attending industry conferences.

Technical Sales and Application Supports

Becthai Bangkok Equipment and Chemical Co., Ltd
11.1997 - 02.1999
  • This was my first job after graduation.
  • Supporting customers with technical advices and updated information related to molecular biology techniques
  • Teaching and training all sales representatives to be familiar with molecular biology products

Education

Certificate IV - Community Services Work, Disability work

Southbank Institute of Technology
Queensland
01.2007

Master of Science - Biotechnology

Chulalongkorn University
Bangkok
01.1997

Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology

Khon Kaen University
Khon Kaen
01.1993

Skills

  • Full car licence
  • Clean driving record
  • Excellent driving skills
  • Handling pharmaceutical materials
  • Punctuality
  • Medical terminology
  • Efficient navigation
  • Local routes
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Reliability
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Active listening
  • Relationship building
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Problem-solving aptitude

Languages

English
Professional Working

Interests

I would love to promote positive changes in the community

1 Mental Health Awareness

2 Healthy Diet and Food Supplements knowledge

3 Neighbourhood Watch

4 Senior Outreach


Timeline

Volunteer

Taupō District Library
02.2023 - Current

Housekeeper

Lakeside Accommodation Lake Taupo
11.2022 - 09.2024

Retail Assistant

Bed Bath & Beyond
09.2021 - Current

Owner Operator

Bite My Biscuit
09.2009 - 02.2021

Relief Program Assistant

Mt Gravatt West Special Education Developmental Unit (SEDU)
02.2007 - 09.2007

Waitress

The Royal Thai Orchid
09.2005 - 03.2008

Biomedical Research Technologist

Molecular Biology Section, US Army Medical Component - Armed Forces Research Institute of Medical Sciences (USAMC-AFRIMS)
05.1999 - 05.2005

Technical Sales and Application Supports

Becthai Bangkok Equipment and Chemical Co., Ltd
11.1997 - 02.1999

Master of Science - Biotechnology

Chulalongkorn University

Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology

Khon Kaen University

Certificate IV - Community Services Work, Disability work

Southbank Institute of Technology

Custom

  • Communication
  • I enjoy greeting and providing customers information and options of our products and services. Customer satisfaction is always my number one priority.
  • Willingness to learn new skills
  • I am a self-taught bookkeeper, I mastered Quickbooks accounting software in a month and did all of our books for the past 8 years. I am always up for challenge especially with new technologies.
  • Ability to work under pressure and unsupervised
  • I stay in control even with high volumes of customers.
  • Having a very good memory and strong attention to detail
  • I remember details like my customers' name, their coffee order right down to milk and sugar.
  • Positive Attitude and Resilience
  • Over a decade of running a small business, we tried different things, moved location, setup a new branch etc. We never gave up during our ups and downs.
  • A good team player
  • Working harmoniously with others and contributing as part of a team
  • Good with directions
  • Being able to read and understand maps

Custom

Books, Home Improvement, Classical music, Indoor Plants, Films

Custom

  • 4 years ago my husband and I agreed to begin our new chapter and call New Zealand home. We sold our business (Feb 2021) then our house (Jun 2021). We arrived 2 months later and both successfully secured employment.
  • My goals are to have a good work-life balance, learn different skills and contribute to my community.
Annie Edwards