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Laken Donovan

Henderson Valley,Auckland

Summary

I am an extremely organised, hard working individual who aims for excellence in everything I do. I am friendly and approachable with great communication skills and customer service. I work well both individually or in a group. I am motivated to learn, grow and excel in everything I do and would welcome an opportunity to work and help out in my community.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Phone Sales

Anzor Fasteners
11.2024 - Current

Full time, weekday position.


Some of my general duties include;

- Answering customer calls

- Taking orders

- Dealing with suppliers

- Customer service

- Emailing

- Warehouse duties

- Picking & packing orders

- Cash handling

- Eftpos & online banking transactions


  • Greeting customers with a positive attitude, preforming general customer service duties.
  • Learning about a wide range of products/materials to have a better understanding and help customers.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performances
  • Working in a fast paced environment
  • Helping on the trade counter when needed
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
  • Working with a large team of all ages and backgrounds.

CSR, Sales

Carter's
04.2023 - Current

Full time, weekday position.


Some of my general duties include;

- Putting away stock

- Greeting customers

- Taking orders

- Dealing with suppliers

- Cleaning

- Stock counts

- Customer service

- Promotion display/stands

- Emailing

- Cash handling

- Eftpos & online banking transactions


  • Maintained organization of stock, sale displays and cleanliness.
  • Greeting customers with a positive attitude, preforming general customer service duties.
  • Learning about a wide range of products/materials to have a better understanding and help customers.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Built strong relationships with customers, leading to repeat business.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
  • Working with a large team of all ages and backgrounds.

Waitress

Pukeko Cafe
03.2022 - 03.2023

Part time position.


Some of my general duties included;

- Waiting tables

- Cleaning

- Barista work

- Order taking

- Cash handling

- Eftpos transactions

- Customer service

- Baking


  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
  • Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
  • Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was provided to customers as needed.

Employee

Pizza Hut
06.2021 - 03.2022

Part time, after school position.


Some of my general duties included:

- Pizza making/cutting

- Deep Cleaning

- Greeting customers

- Order taking

- Cash handling

- Eftpos transactions

- Customer service


  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Maintained sanitation of restaurant by mopping and sweeping floors, washing counters, and disposing of trash.
  • Provided responsive, exceptional service to customers by answering questions, making recommendations and responding to requests.
  • Supported overall restaurant operations through cross-training in various roles such as cashiering or kitchen support when needed.

Junior Assistant

Touch of the Tropics Exotic Plant Nursery
11.2020 - 02.2021

Casual position, over summer break.


Some of my general duties included:

- Customer service as required

- Helping maintain plant stock

- Watering

- Repotting

- Trimming

- Fertilizing

- Shifting of plants


  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean, organized, and visually appealing store environment.
  • Assisted in loading heavy purchases into customer vehicles safely while minimizing damage to plants or property.
  • Water, pruned and groomed plants and trees to maintain health and attractiveness.
  • Unloaded plants and nursery items from delivery trucks.

Education

Level 1 -

Henderson High School
Henderson, Auckland
11.2021

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Organisation
  • Design
  • Customer Service
  • Critical Thinking
  • Hospitality
  • Strong multitasking

References

Available on request.

Timeline

Phone Sales

Anzor Fasteners
11.2024 - Current

CSR, Sales

Carter's
04.2023 - Current

Waitress

Pukeko Cafe
03.2022 - 03.2023

Employee

Pizza Hut
06.2021 - 03.2022

Junior Assistant

Touch of the Tropics Exotic Plant Nursery
11.2020 - 02.2021

Level 1 -

Henderson High School
Laken Donovan