Perside Mata
Ballincollig,Cork
Summary
Responsible, friendly, and enthusiastic UCC graduate with strong customer interaction skills and a proven ability to collaborate effectively within teams. Demonstrates exceptional time management and problem-solving abilities, coupled with strong IT competency. Currently pursuing further studies at UCC, seeking a part-time position in Cork or the surrounding area to leverage skills and experience. Committed to using these skills to contribute to organisational success and drive continuous improvement.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales assistant
Penneys/ Primark
Wilton, Cork, Ireland
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Listened to customer needs and preferences to provide targeted advice, increasing sales opportunities.
- Guaranteed client satisfaction by constantly providing standards of company services and values.
- Unpacked deliveries quickly to maximise customer sales opportunities.
- Hung and tagged new stock to maintain visual and security standards.
- Operated till systems correctly, ensuring accurate transactions.
Cashier
Dunnes Stores
Cork, Ireland
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Minimised long register queues by completing sales transactions quickly and accurately.
- Helped customers to locate specific products by conducting thorough stockroom checks, delivering exceptional service.
- Checked notes carefully to spot counterfeit currency.
- Kept checkouts areas and general store clean and orderly.
- Used cash registers and POS systems to request and record customer orders and compute transactions.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
Accommodation Assistant
The River Lee Hotel
Cork
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
- Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
Cleaning Crew Member
GSA
Dunnes Stores
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Spot-cleaned glass surfaces and windows with cleaning solutions.
- Swept, mopped and sanitized wooden and tile floors.
- Reduced cleaning time significantly while maintaining company quality standards.
- Collected trash from floors within hallways, bathrooms and work areas.
- Removed trash bags, broke down boxes and placed recyclable materials in designated disposal areas.
- Performed frequent inspection and maintenance activities according to client expectations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - World Languages
University College Cork
Leaving Certificate -
Ballincollig Community School
06.
Higher National Diploma - Languages and Global Software Business
University College Cork
Cork 09.2024 -
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Strong customer-interaction skills
- Energetic, friendly and enthusiastic
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Strong IT competency
Languages
English
Native language
French
Advanced
Spanish
Upper intermediate
Lingala
Advanced
Portuguese
Elementary
Interests & Hobbies
- Musical theatre
- Singing
- Art
- Fashion
- Makeup
Timeline
Higher National Diploma - Languages and Global Software Business
University College Cork
09.2024 -
Sales assistant
Penneys/ Primark
08.2024 - 01.2025
Cashier
Dunnes Stores
05.2023 - 09.2023
Accommodation Assistant
The River Lee Hotel
06.2022 - 09.2022
Cleaning Crew Member
GSA
06.2021 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Arts - World Languages
University College Cork
Leaving Certificate -
Ballincollig Community School
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