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Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Ella Swainson

Long Bay ,AUK

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. I have a 6 years experience in retail environments which has taught me to be flexible and approachable, with strong organizational, and time management skills. Delivers memorable guest experience through welcoming interactions and extensive product knowledge. I am currently seeking for a full time job that will challenge me, allow me to grow and get me started on my future career.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Nanny

Student job search
Grey Lynn
01.2023 - Current
  • Assisted children with completing homework and special assignments to improve academic performance.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare such as laundry or meal preparation.
  • Provided safe transportation to and from activities and events.
  • Ensured physical and social well-being of each child.

Customer Service Cashier

Hoyts
Wairau Park, Auckland
09.2016 - 10.2017
  • Assisted customers in selecting films, snacks, and merchandise.
  • Kept accurate records of ticket sales and concession stand purchases using POS systems.
  • Maintained cleanliness concession stand by refilling condiments, sanitizing cooking equipment and wiping down glass display cases.

Retail Sales Associate

Hallenstein Brothers
Albany , Auckland
03.2020 - 12.2022
  • Operated point-of-sale systems accurately to process payments from customers.
  • Greeted customers upon entering the store and provided assistance.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of store products and services.
  • Provided product information and answered customer questions.
  • Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.

I was promoted to worker in charge which include duties like:

  • Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
  • Processed merchandise returns and exchanges for customers to refund payments, trade items and offer store credit.
  • Maintained operating schedules to provide effective coverage for key areas and achieve objectives.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner to maintain positive relationships with customers.
  • Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
  • Monitored sales floor to identify customers in need of assistance and merchandise requiring replenishment.
  • Placed special orders or called other stores to find desired items.

Bakery Assistant

New World
Long Bay , Auckland
05.2019 - 12.2019
  • Washed preparation utensils, tools and machinery by hand and using industrial dishwasher, segregating used utensils from clean to prevent cross-contamination.
  • Assisted bakery manager with coordinating product ordering, receiving, and stocking.
  • Used bread slicers and other bakery equipment.
  • Packaged finished products for sale in retail outlets.

Retail Sales Associate

Cotton on Body
Albany , Auckland
11.2017 - 11.2018
  • Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
  • Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
  • Operated point-of-sale systems accurately to process payments from customers.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, ordering, billing, returns, exchanges and technical support.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers by providing personalized assistance and support.

Education

Bachelor of Health Science -

Auckland University of Technology
08-2023

High School Diploma -

Long Bay College
12-2019

Skills

  • Product Knowledge
  • Product Sales
  • High-Energy Attitude
  • Multi-Task Management
  • Active Listening
  • Team Development
  • Customer Service
  • Product Promotion
  • Stock Management
  • Follow-Up Skills
  • Payment Processing
  • Positive and Professional
  • Store Maintenance
  • Cleaning and Organization
  • Cash Handling
  • Credit Card Payment Processing
  • Retail Sales Customer Service

Accomplishments

  • Completed scholarship dance in year 13
  • Organiser and leader of a Megacrew at Long Bay College - competed in a National competition
  • Organiser and leader for a dance crew at Long Bay College - competed at regional and was rewarded 2nd place. Then, competed at Nationals and was rewarded 1st place

Affiliations

In my spare time, I enjoy going to the gym, walking my dog, and reading. In the summertime, I love going on day trips to the beach and road tripping around New Zealand. I consider myself to be very social so I love going out with friends trying new restaurants, exploring new places and activities.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Nanny

Student job search
01.2023 - Current

Retail Sales Associate

Hallenstein Brothers
03.2020 - 12.2022

Bakery Assistant

New World
05.2019 - 12.2019

Retail Sales Associate

Cotton on Body
11.2017 - 11.2018

Customer Service Cashier

Hoyts
09.2016 - 10.2017

Bachelor of Health Science -

Auckland University of Technology

High School Diploma -

Long Bay College
Ella Swainson