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Andrea Skodackova

Hertford,Hertfordshire

Summary


Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. Successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude.

Motivated and dedicated aspiring legal professional with a strong passion for the legal field and a recently completed law degree, currently awaiting final results. Eager to apply academic knowledge and analytical skills in a practical legal environment. Committed to pursuing a career in law, with a focus on delivering high-quality support and continuously developing within the legal profession.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work history

General Manager

Pizza Express
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
07.2024 - Current

General Manager

Pizza Express
Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
09.2017 - 07.2024
  • Monitored and evaluated teams, identifying and targeting opportunities for improvement
  • Strategically reviewed and planned restaurant staffing levels based on evolving service demands.
  • Developed positive working environments, with staff going above and beyond to meet customer requirements.
  • Quickly identified problem situations, skilfully resolving incidents to maintain satisfaction of involved parties
  • Effectively managed payroll and HR processes, including paperwork completion for new hires and terminations.
  • Generated starter documentation after formal offer.
  • Managed employee records in line with company requirements and data protection laws.
  • Designed and implemented training to further develop staff based on business goals.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance and allocated needed resources to meet standards.
  • Analysed and resolved complex resource management issues for optimised scheduling.
  • Maintained smooth-running business operations by delegating priorities to staff abilities.
  • Coordinated hiring, recruitment and training strategies to build successful administrative team.
  • Consulted with senior management to develop operational enhancements, streamline processes and increase team performance.
  • Trained and mentored staff to drive performance and target achievement.
  • Interacted with customers professionally by phone, email or in-person to provide information and direct queries to appropriate staff members.
  • Acted as main point of contact for other managers within the territory, expertly addressing concerns and queries.
  • Conducted risk assessments to reach regulatory compliance and promote staff health and safety.
  • Provided expert clerical support to internal staff and management by handling wide range of routine and special requirements.

Assistant Manager/Holding Manager

Pizza Express
Huntingdon/Cambridge 3, Cambridgeshire
06.2015 - 09.2017
  • Supporting Ops Manager James Phillips with managers recruitment, assessment centre
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired high-performing individuals, developing passionate, dedicated teams.
  • Oversaw daily operations of store, including inventory and supply restocking, cash-handling and assisting customers.
  • Scheduled and led weekly store meetings to discuss sales, performance and customer service benchmarks.
  • Evaluated staff performance, implementing training and development programmes to maintain exceptional service levels.
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Received and processed stock into inventory management system.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Identified issues, analysed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Scheduled and led weekly store meetings to discuss sales, performance and customer service benchmarks.
  • Supported long-term business need strategies, generating customer relations feedback for process improvements.
  • Networked effectively with customers, asking open-ended questions to determine immediate needs.

Waiter/Manager on Duty

Pizza Express
Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
01.2013 - 06.2015
  • Trained and supervised Wait Staff, establishing and maintaining first-class customer service standards.
  • Maintained efficient service
  • Prepared for large parties and reservations, anticipating planning and staffing needs.
  • Assisted co-workers with routine and challenging tasks.
  • Followed checklists for shift start and end to help with smooth transitions.
  • Worked closely with chef to provide tasty options for guests with food allergies or intolerances.
  • Received frequent customer compliments for going above and beyond normal duties.
  • Successfully sourced, recruited and trained new employees, offering ongoing support and guidance to maintain first-class customer service.

Flight Attendant

Ryanair Ltd.
London Stansted
11.2010 - 01.2013
  • Explained use of safety equipment, including seat belts and oxygen masks and delivered in-depth safety presentations to passengers.
  • Facilitated boarding process by greeting passengers upon arrival and providing direction to seats.
  • Increased passenger satisfaction by promptly answering questions and providing solutions to issues arising during flights.
  • Inspected aircraft interior prior to, during and after flights, ensuring emergency equipment was in place.
  • Explained and demonstrated safety and emergency procedures to passengers prior to take off.
  • Answered passengers' questions and provided solutions to issues when they arose during flights.
  • Maintained firm yet positive attitude when dealing with distressed passengers by calming fears and providing secure environments.
  • Properly communicated between flight deck and cabin crew prior to and during flights.
  • Operated in compliance with all airline and aviation regulations, ensuring complete compliance with safety and security procedures.

Sales Assistant/Seller

Kestler, s. r. o. (Renault)
Bratislava, Slovakia
01.2010 - 08.2010

Provided excellent sales services by offering bespoke product advice to meet exact customers needs.

  • Performed daily store opening and closing, readying sales floor for customers and ensuring stringent security measures.
  • Increased seasonal event sales through targeted selling in line with current marketing initiatives and promotions.
  • Suggesting suitable vehicles based on customers needs, arranging test-drives and accompanying customers on these tests
  • Price negotiation
  • Completion of paperwork for each sale
  • Liaising with service team to ensure sold cars are prepared to high standard and are ready for delivery within agreed timescale

Education

Bachelor of Laws (Hons) (LLB) (graduate entry) - Law

The Open University
Milton Keynes
2025

Master's Degree - Marketing management

University Of Economics
Brastislava
05.2008

A-Levels - Business

Private Secondary School HUMANUS VIA
Holic
06.2003

Skills

  • Leadership and team building
  • Recruiting and hiring, completing Assessment centre with Operations Manager
  • FRA champion in previous territory led by TM James Phillips
  • Staff training/development
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Deadline-oriented
  • Organised and efficient
  • Conflict management/problem solving
  • Knowledge of HR policies
  • Performance management, sickness absence management
  • Customer relations
  • High accuracy
  • Administrative support
  • Performance improvement
  • On-site health and safety
  • Diary management

Timeline

General Manager

Pizza Express
07.2024 - Current

General Manager

Pizza Express
09.2017 - 07.2024

Assistant Manager/Holding Manager

Pizza Express
06.2015 - 09.2017

Waiter/Manager on Duty

Pizza Express
01.2013 - 06.2015

Flight Attendant

Ryanair Ltd.
11.2010 - 01.2013

Sales Assistant/Seller

Kestler, s. r. o. (Renault)
01.2010 - 08.2010

Bachelor of Laws (Hons) (LLB) (graduate entry) - Law

The Open University

Master's Degree - Marketing management

University Of Economics

A-Levels - Business

Private Secondary School HUMANUS VIA
Andrea Skodackova