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Bianca House

Palmerston North

Summary

Compassionate person with strong dedication to helping those in need of mental health support. Having three years of education in psychology, along with real world experience working in a community services based environment, has provided me with a wealth of knowledge on how to treat and support people who suffer from mental health issues.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Front of House Employee

George Hospitality Group
07.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and addressing inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Handled high-pressure situations with grace, maintaining excellent service standards even during peak hours or understaffed shifts.
  • Contributed to team efficiency by promptly completing side work tasks during downtime periods.
  • Supported back of house staff by relaying guest feedback and coordinating special requests or dietary restrictions.
  • Managed phone lines, taking reservations, and addressing any customer concerns with professionalism.

Sales and Administration Support

Norwood
11.2022 - 02.2023

My role at Norwood was a fixed contract over my summer break where I supported the admin and sales teams where needed.

  • Enhanced team productivity by providing administrative support and helped manage schedules for staff members.
  • Worked both independently and collaboratively in a very fast-paced environment.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through timely responses to inquiries and effective communication with clients.
  • Completed Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
  • Carried out data entry, filing and stock-take.
  • Assisted sales representatives with sales enquiries and duties.

Customer Service Officer and Receptionist

Hancock Community House
12.2021 - 03.2022

My role at Hancock Community House was a fixed contract over the busy summer period, working in a fast-paced, highly emotional environment, where I was completely focused on the customers well-being.

  • Streamlined communication between customers and internal departments for prompt issue resolution.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns in a timely manner, and escalated major issues to my supervisor.
  • Offered advice and assistance with directing distressed individuals on what issues they were having and who I could lead them towards for help.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Criminology

Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, NZ
06.2024

Skills

  • Confident written and oral communication skills
  • Great interpersonal skills
  • Experienced in customer service
  • Active listening
  • Empathy and understanding
  • Time management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Cultural sensitivity

References

References available on request.

Timeline

Front of House Employee

George Hospitality Group
07.2023 - Current

Sales and Administration Support

Norwood
11.2022 - 02.2023

Customer Service Officer and Receptionist

Hancock Community House
12.2021 - 03.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Criminology

Victoria University of Wellington
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