Lara Beardshaw
Weston-Super-Mare,Somerset
Summary
Dependable and driven individual with strong work ethic seeking role in retail. Possesses excellent customer service and communication skills, coupled with knack for problem-solving. Aims to contribute to positive shopping experience and boost customer satisfaction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail assistant
Toolstation
Weston-Super-Mare
10.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean shop floor, promoting a welcoming environment.
- Assisted in stock replenishment to maintain store appearance.
- Delivered excellent customer service by answering queries and providing product information.
- Work a mix of weekday and weekend shifts, starting from 6:45am.
- Unpacking delivery, checking stock, and preparing click and collect orders.
- Maintained high standards of visual merchandising to promote store layout and product presentation.
- Greeted customers with warmth and enthusiasm, enhancing positive in-store experiences.
Volunteer
Little Paws Rescue
Nailsea, North Somerset
01.2024 - Current
- Adhered to specific dietary requirements for cats.
- Utilised problem-solving skills to address and mitigate any issues arising during volunteering
- Administered medication to cats as prescribed by veterinarians, guaranteeing their well-being.
- Organised stimulating activities to keep cats engaged, reducing anxiety and behavioural issues.
- Maintained detailed records of cat feeding schedules, behavioural changes, and health observations.
Housekeeper
Premier Inn Hotel
Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Washed and polished glass windows and doors to keep entryways clear and professional.
- Provided deep cleaning services for areas in need of additional sanitation.
- Safely used chemical cleaners.
- Removed rubbish and dirty linens from room attendant trolleys.
- Hoovered general areas to ensure proper presentability
- Cleaned rooms to a standard and under a certain time
Waitressing
Fusion restaurant
Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset
02.2023 - 02.2023
- Supported restaurant staff with waitressing, order taking and drink preparation.
- Cleaned and reset tables to uphold faultless restaurant standards
- Maintained safe hygiene and food handling standards
Pot Washer
Fusion restaurant
Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Worked under a time pressure to ensure clean dishes and cutlery were available when needed.
- Placed kitchen items into correct storage units after washing and drying, ensuring proper availability for kitchen staff.
- Ensuring work area was clean and up to standards.
Education
A-Levels - Psychology, criminology, sociology
Weston College
GCSEs - General GCSE studies with photography, Imedia and history added
Broadoak Academy
Weston-super-Mare, NSMSkills
- Customer Service
- Bathroom replenishment
- Interior cleaning
- Chemical handling and storage
- Time management
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Ability to adapt
- Teamwork
- Attention for detail
- Positive attitude
- Cash handling
- Efficient multitasking
Affiliations
- Bouldering
- Reading
- General fitness
- Ice-skating
- Volunteering at cat shelter
Timeline
Retail assistant
Toolstation
10.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Little Paws Rescue
01.2024 - Current
Housekeeper
Premier Inn Hotel
07.2023 - 10.2024
Waitressing
Fusion restaurant
02.2023 - 02.2023
Pot Washer
Fusion restaurant
08.2021 - 11.2022
A-Levels - Psychology, criminology, sociology
Weston College
GCSEs - General GCSE studies with photography, Imedia and history added
Broadoak Academy
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