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Alfie Tapsell

London

Summary

Talented and hardworking Team Member prepared to contribute to business success. Experienced in providing high quality customer service. Focused on customer satisfaction and team productivity. I am also looking for knowledge in other professions offering practical communicative and administration skills. Reliable and collaborative team member, looking for opportunity to develop management skills further. Polite and professional person with strong communication and multitasking skills. Experienced in resolving customer complaints within company guidelines and using own initiative. Implements customer follow-up to uphold service standards and guarantee customer satisfaction. Reliable and upbeat M&S successful at promoting customer loyalty, satisfaction and purchases with consultative techniques and diligent attention to individual needs. Knowledgeable about product merchandising, payment processing and cleaning. Dedicated and dependable relationship-builder with excellent organizational strengths and superior work ethic.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
31
31
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Customer Assistant

Marks And Spencers
10.2023 - Current
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly and professionally.
  • Increased sales through upselling and cross-selling products to meet customer needs.
  • Provided exceptional service by maintaining a thorough knowledge of products, services, and store policies.
  • Streamlined the checkout process for faster transactions, enhancing overall customer experience.
  • Built strong relationships with customers by providing personalized recommendations and attentive service.
  • Educated customers on product features and benefits, guiding them towards informed purchasing decisions.
  • Delivered timely responses to customer inquiries via phone or email communication channels.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.

CSA

Wilko
08.2021 - 10.2023
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
  • Increased sales through effective product recommendations and upselling techniques.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment for optimal customer experience.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve monthly sales targets and improve overall store performance.
  • Provided exceptional service to customers by actively listening to their needs and offering personalized solutions.
  • Contributed to the development of promotional strategies that successfully attracted new customers.
  • Conducted regular staff training sessions on product knowledge, sales techniques, and customer service best practices.
  • Supported management in implementing new policies and procedures for increased efficiency within the store operations.
  • Stayed up-to-date with industry trends, ensuring relevant products were stocked to meet changing consumer demands.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints professionally and efficiently, restoring client confidence in the brand.

Crew Member

McDonald's
09.2019 - 08.2021

Crew Member McDonald's, Sutton, Surrey

• Drove team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.

• Corrected issues efficiently to maintain productivity goals.

• Looked for ways to go above and beyond job requirements. Worked hard to learn all required tasks quickly to maximise performance.

• Completed closing and shift change tasks in full to promote store efficiency.

• Stored food in designated areas following wrapping, dating, food safety and rotation procedures.

• Completed additional learning opportunities to advance knowledge as senior team member.

• Cleaned and stored tools within efficient time.

Education

GCSEs - English

Glenthorne High School
Sutton
09.2014 - 06.2019

GCSEs - Math

Glenthorne High School
Sutton
09.2014 - 06.2019

GCSEs - PE

Glenthorne High School
Sutton
09.2014 - 06.2019

GCSEs - Art

Glenthorne High School
Sutton
09.2014 - 06.2019

GCSEs - BTEC Production

Glenthorne High School
Sutton
09.2014 - 06.2019

GCSEs - Science

Glenthorne High School
Sutton
09.2014 - 06.2019

Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma of Higher Education Plumbing

North East Surrey College of Technology (NESCOT)
Epsom
09.2019 - 06.2020

Diploma of Higher Education - Esports

Kingston College
Kingston upon Thames
09.2021 - 05.2023

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Shopfitting
  • Security procedures
  • Promotions
  • Grill operation
  • Menu item familiarity
  • Stock management
  • High-value project management
  • POS systems
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Stockroom procedures
  • Quality assurance
  • Key holder experience
  • Warehousing functions
  • Complaint resolution
  • Money handling abilities
  • Point of Sale
  • Food preparation
  • Customer service
  • Customer relations
  • Complaint Handling
  • Active Learning
  • Multitasking
  • Problem Solving

Timeline

Customer Assistant

Marks And Spencers
10.2023 - Current

Diploma of Higher Education - Esports

Kingston College
09.2021 - 05.2023

CSA

Wilko
08.2021 - 10.2023

Crew Member

McDonald's
09.2019 - 08.2021

Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma of Higher Education Plumbing

North East Surrey College of Technology (NESCOT)
09.2019 - 06.2020

GCSEs - English

Glenthorne High School
09.2014 - 06.2019

GCSEs - Math

Glenthorne High School
09.2014 - 06.2019

GCSEs - PE

Glenthorne High School
09.2014 - 06.2019

GCSEs - Art

Glenthorne High School
09.2014 - 06.2019

GCSEs - BTEC Production

Glenthorne High School
09.2014 - 06.2019

GCSEs - Science

Glenthorne High School
09.2014 - 06.2019
Alfie Tapsell