Sonya Irving
Driver/Retail Assistant
Ashburton,CAN
Summary
Enthusiastic worker eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of numeracy and literacy . Motivated to learn, grow and excel in any industry.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver/Retail Sales Associate
Repco Ashburton
09.2022 - Current
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Provided exceptional service to clients, leading to increased repeat business and positive feedback.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing courteous and efficient service during deliveries.
Nanny
Bittany Sawyer
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
Food Process Worker
Pasta Vera Limited
Wigram, Christchurch
02.2013 - 02.2017
- Identified proper cooking times and temperatures for various food products based on written recipes and formulas.
- Maintained clean work areas for optimal food quality.
- Stirred and mixed recipe ingredients by activating blenders and agitators with proper cautions and attention to detail to avoid over mixing.
- Observed company safety procedures and standards when operating machinery, using sharp tools and handling chemicals.
Checkout Supervisor
Fresh Choice Avonhead
Avonhead, Christchurch
06.2010 - 12.2012
- Checked workers and recorded performance for presentation to shift leaders.
- Maintained clean, adequately stocked and organized store by streamlining daily operations and introducing new procedures.
- Marked-down clearance items and relocated merchandise to proper store areas.
- Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction and sales numbers.
- Kept orderly and accurate accounting records by monitoring sales documentation.
- Answered questions about store policies and concerns to support positive customer experiences.
- Opened and closed store independently when needed and prepared nightly bank drop for manager.
Duty Manager
Hornby Junction Buffet
Hornby, Christchurch
11.2002 - 02.2010
- Responded to customer concerns by providing friendly, knowledgeable support and maintaining composure and professionalism.
- Oversaw Bar and Dining Room and Kitchen operations with team of 20 personnel.
- Effectively supervised staff of 20 personnel by implementing company policies, protocols, work rules and disciplinary action.
- Daily Till and Eftpos Reconciliation
- Banking
- Staff Rosters
Food Service Supervisor
Lincoln Hospitality Limited
Lincoln, Christchurch
01.1999 - 10.2002
- Monitored food preparation, production and plating for quality control.
- Directed activities of team of skilled kitchen workers preparing and serving meals.
- Kept guest and work areas clean, organized and sanitized per established standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hornby High School
Christchurch11.1986
Small Business Operations
Gilligans Business School
Skills
- Quality control oversight
- Troubleshooting skills
- Recipe evaluation
- Equipment management
- Cleaning and sanitizing procedures
- Customer service
- Communications
- Supervision
Vice President of PBDRC
I have a love of fast cars and Motorbikes, and have been Vice President of Pegasus Bay Drag Racing for the last two years. A challenging role orgainzing events, and being part of a committee of 8.
Timeline
Driver/Retail Sales Associate
Repco Ashburton
09.2022 - Current
Nanny
Bittany Sawyer
01.2020 - 01.2022
Food Process Worker
Pasta Vera Limited
02.2013 - 02.2017
Checkout Supervisor
Fresh Choice Avonhead
06.2010 - 12.2012
Duty Manager
Hornby Junction Buffet
11.2002 - 02.2010
Food Service Supervisor
Lincoln Hospitality Limited
01.1999 - 10.2002
High School Diploma -
Hornby High School
Small Business Operations
Gilligans Business School
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