Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Professional Accomplishments
References
Timeline
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Donna Bishop

Temuka,Canterbury

Summary

I am a friendly motivated mature person, My work experience leads me onto customer service and the ability to adapt to anything that comes my way. I bring a very easy going personality, willingness to learn and to take on new challenges, I am a well organized person and am extremely honest and reliable. Expert retail sales professional offering 30 years of experience in retail customer service and retail management. Focused on exceeding sales goals and providing outstanding customer service. Exceptional knowledge of team management for front end cashiers.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Checkout Supervisor

Foodstuffs South Island
11.2020 - Current
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing checkout processes and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, turning negative experiences into positive ones whenever possible.
  • Maintained a clean, organized, and well-stocked checkout area, enhancing the shopping environment for customers.
  • Mentored junior team members, providing guidance on best practices and troubleshooting issues as needed.
  • Streamlined workflow for faster checkouts and reduced waiting time for customers.
  • Implemented effective training programs for new staff members, resulting in increased productivity and improved service quality.
  • Assisted in implementing loss prevention measures by monitoring high-risk areas and reporting suspicious activities to management.

Liquor Assistant

Foodstuffs South Island
12.2017 - 11.2020
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns or issues promptly and professionally.
  • Demonstrated extensive product knowledge to guide customers in making informed purchasing decisions.
  • Contributed to inventory management efforts, conducting regular counts and assisting in order placement when needed.
  • Enhanced loss prevention efforts through diligent monitoring of potential theft situations.
  • Maximized sales revenue by offering product recommendations based on customers'' preferences and needs.
  • Promoted a safe shopping environment by adhering to age verification policies for liquor sales.

Duty Manager

Grosvenor Hotel
02.2015 - 12.2017
  • Managed staff scheduling for optimal coverage, ensuring efficient operations during peak hours.
  • Trained employees in essential job functions.
  • Mentored and supported junior staff members to apply best practices and follow procedures.
  • Developed strong relationships with key clients, vendors, and business partners to foster a collaborative working environment.
  • Inspected stocks to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.

Duty Manager

Richard Pearse Tavern
01.2015 - 02.2016
  • Managed staff scheduling for optimal coverage, ensuring efficient operations during peak hours.
  • Trained employees in essential job functions.
  • Inspected stocks to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
  • Ensured compliance with all company policies, local regulations, and industry standards related to hotel operations.

Coordinated staff training sessions on new systems or procedures, fostering continuous learning among team members.

Duty manager

Hibernian Hotel
03.2014 - 01.2015
  • Managed staff scheduling for optimal coverage, ensuring efficient operations during peak hours.
  • Trained employees in essential job functions.
  • Supervised and coordinated team to provide guidance and support and maximize performance.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving guest concerns and complaints.
  • Maintained a safe and secure environment for guests and employees through regular facility inspections and adherence to safety protocols.

housekeeper

Panorama Motor Lodge
01.2008 - 01.2014
  • Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
  • Collaborated with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
  • Maintained a spotless environment for guests through diligent daily housekeeping tasks.

Cleaner

Timaru Medical Centre
01.2008 - 01.2014
  • Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to established protocols.
  • Enhanced workplace cleanliness by performing thorough daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
  • Removed trash, debris and other waste materials from premises.
  • Handled equipment, chemicals, and materials properly and with caution.

Education

No Degree -

Mountainview High School
Timaru, NZ
1989

Skills

  • Workplace Safety
  • Store operations
  • Cash handling expertise
  • Task Delegation
  • Employee Scheduling
  • Customer Service
  • Team Leadership
  • Store Opening and Closing
  • Customer Complaint Resolution
  • Staff Training
  • Team training and development

Professional Accomplishments

  • Having a duty manager certificate in the sale and supply of alcohol, poker machine knowledge and operation, receptionist knowledge and waitress skills, operating tills, cash handling, counting tills cash up sheets, opening and closing at end of night.
  • Bottle shop sales, stock control and presentation customer service, and using product knowledge to achieve a sale.
  • Working in the a Hotel for 6 years, give me a eye for detail, in cleaning and maintaining a high standard.
  • Owning a business has giving me a insight into the running of a day to day business, office work, accounts, spreadsheets, invoicing, customer service was the most important part of my day.

References

  • Teresa Gardner, Henry's Northtown, 0274548972
  • Janice Hurst, Timaru Medical Centre, 036847533

Timeline

Checkout Supervisor

Foodstuffs South Island
11.2020 - Current

Liquor Assistant

Foodstuffs South Island
12.2017 - 11.2020

Duty Manager

Grosvenor Hotel
02.2015 - 12.2017

Duty Manager

Richard Pearse Tavern
01.2015 - 02.2016

Duty manager

Hibernian Hotel
03.2014 - 01.2015

housekeeper

Panorama Motor Lodge
01.2008 - 01.2014

Cleaner

Timaru Medical Centre
01.2008 - 01.2014

No Degree -

Mountainview High School
Donna Bishop