Insightful Manager with experience directing and improving operations through effective employee motivational strategies and strong policy enforcement. Proficient in best practices, market trends and regulatory requirements of industry operations. Talented leader with analytical approach to business planning and day-to-day problem-solving.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Cafe Owner
Peel To Pip
09.2020 - Current
Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, forecasting, and controlling costs.
Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations through regular employee training sessions and facility inspections.
Mentored and trained employees to improve performance and encourage professional growth.
Enhanced customer loyalty through exceptional service and consistent product quality.
Fostered a welcoming atmosphere by maintaining a clean, organized, and visually appealing cafe environment.
Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
Managed content across multiple platforms for widest audience reach.
Mentored and developed staff members, fostering an environment that promoted professional growth within the team.
Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
Showcased versatility by assisting in other areas of the café as needed, including food preparation or table service when required.
Administrative Manager
Jai Shiv Sai LTD
02.2019 - Current
Implemented performance management systems to track employee progress and set clear expectations for success.
Streamlined HR processes by implementing efficient workflows and reducing paperwork.
Oversaw payroll processing, ensuring accurate payments while adhering to strict deadlines for submission.
Facilitated open communication channels between employees and management to promote a positive workplace culture.
Improved time-to-fill ratios by optimizing job advertisements, leveraging social media platforms, and utilizing employee referral programs.
Working closely with immigration and employees to ensure visa requirements are all efficiency met and applications are seamless.
Loan Assessor
Cash Converters
05.2018 - 02.2021
Complied with regulatory requirements, including the Anti Money Laundering, Privacy Act, Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act
Reviewed and edited loan agreements to ensure accuracy
Recommended loan approvals and denials based on customer loan application reviews
Maintained strict confidentiality of bank records and client information
Compiled database of loan applicants' credit histories, corporate financial statements and other financial information.
Documented condition and special features to provide accurate estimations.
Telemarketing Consultant
Unity 4
01.2015 - 01.2016
Providing advice, information and assistance to callers
Attempting to resolve all inquiries on first contact with the caller
Making sure that all telephone calls are answered promptly
Dealing with a customers' queries, requests or complaints
Following up customers by calling them back
Involved in processing forms and applications
Accurately recording details of calls and issues on logging software
Having a professional and courteous manner at all times
Identifying and escalating priority issues or customer complaints
Sending emails to clients answering their inquiries
Taking ownership on all calls and queries answered
Keeping up to date with all campaigns as home-based position requires to be able to make informed decisions without having other staff or managers being present
Making outbound calls for non-for-profit campaigns
Managed and recorded all leads from outbound telephone marketing.
Call Centre Team Leader
Contact Centres New Zealand
01.2012 - 01.2015
Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices and availability
Consistently exceeded targeted sales goals every shift
Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions at all times
Developed and maintained long-term relationships with customers and small business entities
Gathered and verified all required customer information for tracking purposes
Managed high call volume with tact and professionalism
Generated and distributed daily reports and order acknowledgements to appropriate personnel
Managed 2 teams with 7-15 operators
Mastery of customer service management systems and databases
Evaluated consumer reports on a monthly basis
Identified chronic customer issues by creating and maintaining customer complaint log
Prepared reports and communication for senior management and clients
Met or exceeded service and quality standards every review period.
Partnered with management on strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing overall business effectiveness through improved customer engagement and team performance.
Collaborated with other departments to resolve complex customer issues, ensuring overall company success and client satisfaction.
Store Manager
Oporto
01.2011 - 01.2013
Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock
Operated large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers, and griddles
Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures
Met, greeted and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within the restaurant
Maintained a safe working and guest environment to reduce the risk of injury and accidents
Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints in an empathetic manner
Cross-trained and backed up other customer service managers.
Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.