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Education
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Cassandra Newman

Lewes,United Kingdom

Summary

I am a dedicated hard working person, a great team player and asset to any business.


Having run my own businesses and raised my two children l am adaptable, friendly and capable.


I have experience in lots of different work place environments form child care settings to pubs and restaurants.


I took a year out from November 2024 to Jan 2006 to travel around the world experiencing different cultures and realising many dreams and goals.


Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Business owner/Landlady

The Bo Peep LTD
St Leonards East sussex, East Sussex
12.2023 - Current

Assumed management of The Bo Peep in December 2023, overseeing all operational aspects.

Managed accounts, staff rotas, holidays, for efficient pub operations.

Organised live music events, pub quizzes and bingo to enhance community engagement.

  • Raised funds for local charities through various initiatives.
  • Executed stock ordering and budgeting to maintain financial health.
  • Working front of house to ensure the customers see the face of the business.
  • Identified new business opportunities to increase revenue.
  • Utilised social media platforms for effective brand promotion and customer engagement.

Supervisor

The Ram Inn
Lewes, East Sussex
07.2018 - 12.2023

Managed daily operations for five years, ensuring smooth shift transitions.

Collaborated with team members and engaged positively with the public.

Executed quick problem-solving strategies to address daily challenges.

Responded to diverse email inquiries regarding bookings and events, from simple reservations to large functions.

Conducted banking, cash-ups, and stock checks to maintain accurate financial records.

  • Encouraged open dialogue amongst team members, promoted an inclusive work environment.
  • Provided constructive feedback to staff for improved performance levels.
  • Organised team resources, resulted in improved project timelines.
  • Delegated tasks appropriately, achieved balanced workload among team members.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, resulted in increased customer satisfaction rates.
  • Fostered a positive work culture to boost employee morale.
  • Improved team efficiency by implementing new scheduling practices.
  • Coordinated with other supervisors to maintain consistency across shifts.

Receptionist

Langtons Hair & Beauty
Lewes, East Sussex
05.2017 - 06.2018

Welcomed clients and managed front-of-house operations effectively.
Coordinated online and telephone bookings to optimise appointment scheduling.
Oversaw stock ordering to maintain inventory levels.
Ensured client satisfaction during salon visits through attentive service.
Processed payments and performed cash reconciliation accurately.

Receptionist

Stillroom Health and Beauty Clinic
Lewes, East Sussex
06.2014 - 05.2017

Managed client interactions by greeting and welcoming visitors at front of house.
Handled bookings efficiently using a computerised system.
Executed marketing initiatives to enhance visibility and engagement.
Oversaw ordering and stock control to ensure optimal inventory levels.
Conducted cashing up and banking procedures to maintain financial accuracy.
Developed staff rotas to ensure adequate coverage and operational efficiency.

Business owner/Receptionist

Newman & Burtenshaw
Lewes, East Sussex
09.2012 - 05.2014

Successfully launched and organised a salon alongside partner, resulting in ongoing success.
Oversaw front of house activities to enhance client satisfaction.
Managed appointment bookings and greeting clients to ensure seamless service.
Executed stock control measures to improve inventory accuracy.
Administered wages, rotas, and holiday requests for operational efficiency.
Led hiring processes to develop a skilled workforce.
Contributed to sustaining a profitable business model.

Reception manager

Trevor Sorbie
Brighton, Brighton and Hove
01.2006 - 09.2012

Facilitated client interactions and managed appointment bookings through a computer system.
Oversaw stock control, including ordering and inventory management.
Developed staff rotas while monitoring sickness and holiday schedules.
Executed opening and closing procedures for salon operations.
Assisted manager in daily salon management to ensure smooth operations.

Education

GCSEs -

Claverham Community College
Battle, East Sussex
09.1987 - 09.1993

NNEB - Nursery Nursing

Bexhill College
Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex
09.1993 - 09.1995

Skills

  • Stock management
  • Budgeting and finance
  • Event coordination
  • Customer engagement
  • Staff scheduling
  • Fundraising initiatives
  • Problem solving
  • Communication management
  • Inventory control
  • Performance feedback
  • Task delegation
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Conflict resolution
  • Customer Service

Certification

Personal licence holder

Food Hygiene and Safety

Fire Safety

Timeline

Business owner/Landlady

The Bo Peep LTD
12.2023 - Current

Supervisor

The Ram Inn
07.2018 - 12.2023

Receptionist

Langtons Hair & Beauty
05.2017 - 06.2018

Receptionist

Stillroom Health and Beauty Clinic
06.2014 - 05.2017

Business owner/Receptionist

Newman & Burtenshaw
09.2012 - 05.2014

Reception manager

Trevor Sorbie
01.2006 - 09.2012

NNEB - Nursery Nursing

Bexhill College
09.1993 - 09.1995

GCSEs -

Claverham Community College
09.1987 - 09.1993
Cassandra Newman