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Summar Hutchings

Auckland

Summary

I am a 21 year old student studying at Auckland university, currently studying communications and media . I have had plenty of work experience within both retail and hospitality so I am able to adapt well in new environments. Regardless of this, I am always willing to learn more to benefit my future. Outside of university I enjoy reading and dwelling into learning alot more about media. I am currently a Dedicated Beauty Sales Assistant with proven skills in customer service, product knowledge, and payment processing. Experienced in managing stock and building customer relationships to drive sales.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Beauty Sales Assistant

Hikoco
01.2023 - Current
  • Customer service: Greet customers, provide a welcoming experience, and build relationships.
  • Product knowledge: Demonstrate products and their proper use, and advise customers on skincare and hair care.
  • Product selection: Help customers identify their needs and goals, and recommend products that will work best for them.
  • Sales: Sell beauty products, including cosmetics, serums, and lotions.
  • Stock management: Manage the presentation and stock of products.
  • Made shakes and smoothies.
  • Handled food.
  • Worked in a very busy environment.
  • Helped with opening and closing.
  • Cleaned dishes and help maintain cleanliness in coffee machines.

Front of House / Barista

Movenpic
04.2023 - 08.2023
  • Served guests with food and beverages.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
  • Carried out cash and card transactions quickly and thoughtfully.
  • Explained ice cream flavours, toppings, sundaes, and other frozen concoctions to customers.
  • Maintained menu knowledge to provide recommendations and answers to customer questions.

Sales Assistant

Platypus shoes
11.2022 - 04.2023
  • Managed stock
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Helped customers locate around the store with any needs they have.
  • Managed online orders.
  • Welcomed customers right when they walk in and ask them if they need anything.

Front of House

Wynyard Pavilion
04.2022 - 10.2022
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

UNIVERSITY OF AUCKLAND
Auckland
08-2027

Some College (No Degree) - Highschool

Carmel College
Auckland, NZ

Skills

  • Money Handling
  • Payment Processing
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Product Sales
  • Inventory Control
  • Time management
  • Positive attitude
  • Customer service
  • Effective communication
  • Product knowledge
  • Cash handling
  • Stock management
  • Team collaboration
  • Food safety
  • Personal hygiene
  • Cleanliness
  • Social media
  • Promoting specials

Languages

English

Personal Information

Age: 21

Timeline

Front of House / Barista

Movenpic
04.2023 - 08.2023

Beauty Sales Assistant

Hikoco
01.2023 - Current

Sales Assistant

Platypus shoes
11.2022 - 04.2023

Front of House

Wynyard Pavilion
04.2022 - 10.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

UNIVERSITY OF AUCKLAND

Some College (No Degree) - Highschool

Carmel College
Summar Hutchings