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Amanda Craker

Deal,Kent

Summary

Reliable sales associate with strengths in inventory management, training and customer service. Friendly, knowledgeable and hard-working team player. Proven success in satisfying sales objectives and securing repeat patronage. Driven professional with background in sales, customer service and operations management across diverse industries. Highly skilled at fostering relationships with customers to increase loyalty and retention while improving satisfaction levels. Seeking to leverage strong target achievement to progress within growing company. Effectively promotes products and increases revenue by connecting with customers and recommending target offerings. Organised, adaptable and knowledgeable about preparing displays, merchandising shelves and assisting customers. Drives loyalty with friendly and skilled support.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

House liaison officer

S&R home services
Folkestone, Kent
08.2023 - 01.2024

Looking after International workers when they arrive in the UK and share a H.M.O residence.

Duties included registering them with Doctors, enrolling children in schools, collecting rent, helping them with local services such as Bus routes to work , fining them driving instructors, helping them find cars to buy.

Pub manager

The bowling green tavern
Deal, Kent
01.2017 - 08.2023
  • Contributed fresh ideas and innovation to continuously improve the business.
  • Maintained outstanding hygiene levels for optimised customer safety and continued regulatory compliance.
  • Organised special events and functions and corporate lunches.
  • Resolved staff and customer complaints, challenges and enquiries.
  • Checked invoices against delivery notes and resolved any discrepancies with supplier before releasing for payment.
  • Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
  • Maintained safe working and guest environments, reducing injury and incident risks.
  • Guaranteed proper cash management, sales measurement and cash-up processes for operational standards.
  • Created welcoming environment and correct ambiance to generate customer loyalty and maintain highest professional standards.
  • Built loyal customer base by creating welcoming environment with top quality service.
  • Liaised with kitchen teams to develop innovative, seasonal menus for maximised customer appeal.
  • Prepared and monitored staff rotas to meet business needs, providing adequate cover at all times.
  • Led bar and events operations, collaborating with owner to enhance business success.
  • Oversaw line cleaning and cellar management.

Kitchen assistant

Kent County Council
st margarets at cliffe, kent
11.2011 - 12.2022
  • Carried out wide variety of tasks to maintain optimal service delivery.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals to exact recipes.
  • Cooperated well with kitchen teams, improving workflow and raising working standards.
  • Followed checklists to keep kitchen areas clean, stocked and sanitised.
  • Maintained organised kitchen stations with meticulous care and precision, promoting team productivity.
  • Cleaned food preparation and storage areas in line with schedule.
  • Used kitchen equipment as instructed and to safety protocols.
  • Completed kitchen cleaning close down duties at end of day, readying areas for next shift.
  • Assembled dishes and finalised plating of customer orders.

Nursery assistant

Bright Horizons
Sandwich, Kent
03.2008 - 10.2011
  • Monitored children at after-school program location, offering safe place for children to play and complete homework assignments.
  • Communicated daily observations with guardians, maintaining detailed development records.
  • Recorded and informed manager regarding injuries and accidents.
  • Created and maintained welcoming, safe and tidy space to promote children's development.
  • Taught alphabet and numeracy to enhance learning experience.
  • Observed children at play to monitor behaviour and social interactions, intervening in serious conflicts.
  • Engaged with both children and caregivers to nurture ongoing trusting rapport.
  • Engaged children in stimulating learning-based activities and games.
  • Monitored interactions within group settings, encouraging sharing and cooperation to facilitate positive socialisation.
  • Supported children's development with learning-through-play activities, aiding social, emotional and educational growth.

Stay at home parent

NA
Deal, Kent
03.1994 - 03.2008

Domestic assistant

Kent County Council
St margarets at cliffe, kent
09.1987 - 03.1994
  • Washed, ironed and folded laundry, delicate fabrics and expensive pieces with appropriate methods.
  • Delivered faultless cleanliness standards and exceptional guest care.
  • Vacuumed, mopped and polished floors to achieve high-quality finishes.
  • Communicated with other staff to determine best use of resources and guest care.
  • Maintained plentiful cleaning supplies to meet operational requirements.
  • Thoroughly cleaned and sanitised communal areas in line with health and safety standards.
  • Reviewed cleaning processes and successfully identified efficiency improvements, reducing overall cleaning times.

Education

GCSEs - Maths, English, Science, History, Home Economics

Castlemount Secondary School
Dover, Kent
09.1982 - 06.1987

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Self-motivated
  • Outgoing and enthusiastic
  • Accurate money handling
  • Customer service oriented
  • Confident communicator
  • Customer support
  • Money handling
  • Face-to-face selling
  • Leadership
  • Time management
  • Public relations

Timeline

House liaison officer

S&R home services
08.2023 - 01.2024

Pub manager

The bowling green tavern
01.2017 - 08.2023

Kitchen assistant

Kent County Council
11.2011 - 12.2022

Nursery assistant

Bright Horizons
03.2008 - 10.2011

Stay at home parent

NA
03.1994 - 03.2008

Domestic assistant

Kent County Council
09.1987 - 03.1994

GCSEs - Maths, English, Science, History, Home Economics

Castlemount Secondary School
09.1982 - 06.1987
Amanda Craker