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Certification
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Cristian Barahona

Newcastle upon Tyne,Tyne and Wear

Summary

I am a positive person with a desire to learn, who always seeks new challenges in which to improve my personal and interpersonal skills. I am an ambitious person who always shows initiative when facing new challenges.

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.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Customer Service Advisor

Arvato
Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne
12.2021 - Current

Client: ESFA

  • Adhered strictly to policies and procedures for continued company compliance.
  • Managed high-volume customer queries simultaneously through effective multitasking.
  • Offered prompt solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Recorded customer communications to maintain proper documentation.
  • Liaised with team to develop strategies in improving customer service.
  • Established positive relationships with clients by going extra mile to build rapport.
  • Registered and updated accurate customer information on database.

Waiter

Zizzi
Newcastle
12.2018 - 12.2021
  • Resolved guest complaints promptly and professionally, notifying restaurant management of concerns.
  • Served high volumes of guests in fast-paced service environments with exceptional customer care.
  • Assisted customers with menu selection, offering knowledge of current special dishes and personal recommendations to build rapport.
  • Used appropriate sanitising and cleaning products to maintain hygienic kitchen and food preparation areas.
  • Regularly communicated with kitchen and bar staff to maintain smooth front of house operations, minimising potential service delays.
  • Provided friendly, courteous service, maximising positive customer satisfaction ratings.

Technical Support Advisor

Concentrix
Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne
05.2021 - 11.2021

Client: QuickBooks

  • Gave first-line support to customers.
  • Provided technical support throughout development phases of new products.
  • Provided remote support for product functionality, maintenance and troubleshooting.
  • Responded to incidents on-site, providing precise time estimations and managing customer expectations.
  • Communicated technical concepts to customers clearly by phone, email and online chat.
  • Assisted sales team with technical presentations and aftersales support.

Customer Service Advisor

Sitel
Newcastle
01.2021 - 05.2021

Client: NHS

Waiter

Raval Luxury Indian Restaurant
Newcastle upon Tyne
07.2018 - 12.2018

Bartender/Waiter

Zaza Bazaar Restaurant & Bar
Newcastle upon Tyne
04.2016 - 06.2018

Waiter/Bar Staff

Casa Antonio Restaurant
Newcastle upon Tyne
05.2015 - 04.2016

Waiter

Rossopomodoro Restaurant & Bar
Newcastle upon Tyne
12.2015 - 01.2016

Cleaning Supervisor

Stornoway House
London
05.2014 - 05.2015

Education

Undergraduate - Business with Accounting

Northumbria University
09.2017 - 06.2021

BETEC Level 3 - Business and Administration

Gateshead College
09.2015 - 06.2017

High Education - Finance and Administration

La Salle Berrozpe
09.2012 - 06.2013

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Skills

  • Problem solving
  • Analytical skills
  • Data analysis
  • Customer Service
  • Organizational Skills
  • Fast learner
  • Bilingual
  • Customer Support
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Public speaking
  • Database Management
  • Goals and performance
  • Quality assurance understanding

Certification

ICT (1 year) Team Work (2 years) Organisation (2 years) Time Management (2 years) Communication Skills (3 years) Understanding and following process (3 years)

Languages

English
Fluent
Spanish
Native
Basque
Advanced

Timeline

Customer Service Advisor

Arvato
12.2021 - Current

Technical Support Advisor

Concentrix
05.2021 - 11.2021

Customer Service Advisor

Sitel
01.2021 - 05.2021

Waiter

Zizzi
12.2018 - 12.2021

Waiter

Raval Luxury Indian Restaurant
07.2018 - 12.2018

Undergraduate - Business with Accounting

Northumbria University
09.2017 - 06.2021

Bartender/Waiter

Zaza Bazaar Restaurant & Bar
04.2016 - 06.2018

Waiter

Rossopomodoro Restaurant & Bar
12.2015 - 01.2016

BETEC Level 3 - Business and Administration

Gateshead College
09.2015 - 06.2017

Waiter/Bar Staff

Casa Antonio Restaurant
05.2015 - 04.2016

Cleaning Supervisor

Stornoway House
05.2014 - 05.2015

High Education - Finance and Administration

La Salle Berrozpe
09.2012 - 06.2013
Cristian Barahona