High-energy professional with proven record of focused attention and keen prioritisation skills. Reacts quickly to critical situations and follows protocols to manage high-pressure environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Lifeguard
zigma sport
Abu Dhabi, UaE
01.2022 - Current
Provided clear and concise instructions to patrons regarding safety protocols.
Liaised with pool management to address and rectify safety concerns promptly.
Built professional relationships with customers for feelings of safety and trust.
Identified and communicated any potential health, safety or accident risks to facility supervisor.
Clearly communicated establishment rules and regulations for continued compliance.
Informed visitors of responsibilities and unacceptable behaviour.
Patrolled assigned areas to maintain safe customer environments.
Monitored customer activity to respond quickly to emergencies.
Bar staff member
palm jumrira sofitel hotel
dubai, UAE
12.2020 - 10.2021
Completed end-of-day cleanup to reset bar for next day.
Oversaw bar recordkeeping and stocktaking for organised and profitable operations.
Delivered non-alcoholic drinks to guests using same flavourings and attractive presentations as alcoholic versions.
Collected, washed and put away glassware between guests.
Maintained bar stocks, replenishing daily as necessary.
Welcomed guests with friendly conversation and fun atmosphere.
Created range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic mixed drinks for establishment guests.
Prepared and served hot and cold beverages promptly, maintaining temperature, quality and presentation.
Collected cash payments, processing and providing correct change and receipts using Point Of Sale (POS) systems.
Refused drinks service to guests without appropriate proof of age.
Neatly set tables before guests' arrival, preparing and setting cutlery and refilling condiments.
Built and maintained displays of spirits, enticing guests to make purchases.
Created speciality drinks according to exact customer requests and preferences.
Kept up-to-date on mixology trends, incorporating new techniques and ingredients into cocktail menu.
Served high volumes of guests in fast-paced service environments with exceptional customer care.
Cleared counters and disposed of waste and broken glass.
Worked with bar management to implement and enforce responsible drinking practices.
Followed food safety and hygiene requirements to protect guests.
Promoted bar through advertising, by hosting special events, and by establishing partnerships with area businesses to drive customer traffic.
Cared for guest wellbeing, monitoring excess consumption and calling for transportation.
Input orders into register, calculated bills and collected payments.
Kept bar service areas stocked with tea, coffee and espresso.
Tapped and attached new kegs, avoiding disruptions in supply for patrons.
Used excellent memorisation skills to maintain extensive drinks menu, ingredients and recipe knowledge.
Followed safe serving requirements, monitoring guest behaviour and discontinuing service to inebriated customers.
Set up bar area daily with clean furniture, supplies and beverage stock for typical bar demands.
Changed beer kegs safely and efficiently, consistently following health and hygiene guidelines.
Maintained ready supply of counter-top snacks for guests.
Supported serving staff with fast, accurate beverage preparation.
Prepared mixed drinks and poured wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages within target service timeframes.
Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, motivational coaching.
Served guests spirits, lagers and stouts at bar.
Inspected customer identification to verify age against legal standards.
Sales assistant
Berriss cassino and Hotel
colombo, Sri Lanka
01.2018 - 10.2020
Increased seasonal event sales through targeted selling in line with current marketing initiatives and promotions.
Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
Monitored display stock levels, replenishing for consistently well-stocked sales floor.
Cultivated loyal, profitable customer relationships, asking open-ended questions to assess and cater to individual needs.
Helped customers obtain specialised help for refunds and exchanges.
Accepted card, cash and cheque payments in POS register system.
Maintained impeccably high standards store presentation and hygiene through cleaning.
Prepared orders for customers with wrapped, bagged and boxed items.
Explained establishment policies to customers and offered advice on selections.
Prepared invoices for customers with large orders or special sales types.
Identified discrepancies in stocks through regular inventory management.
Managed till operations by promptly and precisely scanning items, processing payments and issuing receipts.
Followed company procedures and guidelines for smooth retail operations.
Guaranteed high levels of customer satisfaction through product knowledge and attentive service.
Engaged customers to enhance in-store experience and provide outstanding customer service.
Assisted customers in locating specific items to boost satisfaction.
Managed customer lines for minimum wait times and high satisfaction.
Carried out back-of-house maintenance, for clear, easy-to-navigate stockroom management.
Designed visually pleasing in-store and window displays to increase footfall.
Updated product labelling and pricing to reflect discounts and offers.
Demonstrated product usage and features to customers.
Assisted customers with product selection and sales, recommending items to increase transaction value.
Totalled bills using maths skills and maintained accurate till count.
Replenished floor stock and processed deliveries promptly, maximising product availability for customers.
Took interest in customers' needs and concerns to provide throughtful advice and product recommendations.
Promoted customer loyalty scheme at checkout.
Resolved customer complaints and process issues with proactive problem-solving skills.
Packed and wrapped gifts with decorative details to match customer preferences.
Fostered positive relationships with customers to enhance loyalty and retention.
Requested and checked customer IDs at checkout for age-restricted products.
Processed returned or exchanged items and provided refunds to customers.
Built lasting relationships with clients through customer service interactions.
Provided excellent sales services by offering bespoke product advice to meet exact customers needs.
Completed purchases with cash, credit and debit payment methods, providing customer receipts for reference.
Boosted product sales by offering selection guidance to customers.
Listened to customer needs and preferences to provide targeted advice, increasing sales opportunities.
Maintained knowledge of products and features to provide recommendations to customers.
Carried out active selling from initial customer greeting.
Built rapport with new and existing customers to boost client retention.
Accepted and processed cash, cheque, card and mobile payments using POS systems.
Maintained accurate records to track cash handling activities.
Tagged products quickly and accurately with price tags and stickers.
Received and processed product returns.
Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
Conducted testing to diagnose system faults.
Handled high-volume telephone and email enquiries to minimise backlogs.
Delivered high-quality results within budget and timeframe targets.
Developed appropriate resources to meet needs of diverse audiences.
Replenished stock and processed deliveries to maximise product availability.
Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
Education
High School Diploma - passed GCE Odinar level & GCE Advanced Level
Sri Devanada college
Ambalangoda, Sri Lanka
01.2004 - 12.2016
NVQ diploma - National Vocational Quolificatio.(NVQ) level 3 quolified
National Institute of Business Manegement (NIBM)
Colombo,Sri Lanka
03.2017 - 10.2017
Skills
Positive learning environment
National Security Council protocols
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Lifeguard operations
Customer service
HELP positioning
First aid and CPR
Social media marketing
Drinks upselling
Multilingual
Communication skills
Leadership
store Management
Team building
Accounting
Customer-focused
Time management
Strong communicator
Training and development
Excelent English language Cominications & writen skills
hindi language communication skills
Excelent sinhala language communication & writen skils
Languages
English
Elementary
Timeline
Lifeguard
zigma sport
01.2022 - Current
Bar staff member
palm jumrira sofitel hotel
12.2020 - 10.2021
Sales assistant
Berriss cassino and Hotel
01.2018 - 10.2020
NVQ diploma - National Vocational Quolificatio.(NVQ) level 3 quolified
National Institute of Business Manegement (NIBM)
03.2017 - 10.2017
High School Diploma - passed GCE Odinar level & GCE Advanced Level