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Debbie Hayes

Newtownabbey,Antrim

Summary

Dependable and driven individual with strong work ethic seeking role in retail. Possesses excellent customer service and communication skills, coupled with knack for problem-solving. Aims to contribute to positive shopping experience and boost customer satisfaction.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Retail Assistant

River Island
Newtownabbey, Co Antrim
11.2022 - 01.2023
  • Delivered excellent customer service by answering queries and providing product information.
  • Handled transactions, maintaining accurate till records.
  • Assisted in stock replenishment to maintain store appearance.
  • Maintained clean shop floor, promoting a welcoming environment.
  • Supported team members for improved operational efficiency.
  • Participated in seasonal sale preparations by arranging promotional displays strategically.
  • Followed company policies whilst handling returns and exchanges, preserving customer loyalty.
  • Operated cash registers with accuracy and processed cash and card transactions.
  • Replenished floor stock and processed deliveries promptly, maximising product availability for customers.
  • Completed purchases with cash, credit and debit payment methods, providing customer receipts for reference.

Support Worker

The Priory Nursing Home
Newtownabbey, Co Antrim
02.2022 - 08.2022
  • Enhanced wellbeing of patients by providing emotional support and companionship.
  • Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.
  • Increased comfort levels with personal care duties such as bathing and dressing.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean environment for improved client health.
  • Assured safety measures were met to prevent falls or accidents.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient behaviour changes for healthcare team reference.
  • Promoted mental stimulation through conversation, reading and games resulting in enhanced cognitive function.

Sales Assistant

Dunnes
Belfast, Co Antrim
01.2021 - 08.2021
  • Assisted customers with product selection for optimal satisfaction.
  • Handled cash transactions swiftly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Assisted customers in locating specific items to boost satisfaction.
  • Replenished floor stock and processed deliveries promptly, maximising product availability for customers.
  • Tagged products quickly and accurately with price tags and stickers.
  • Went above and beyond by helping customers to locate stock, making bespoke orders where possible.
  • Updated product labelling and pricing to reflect discounts and offers.
  • Ensured stock replenishment in a timely manner to maintain product availability.

Sales Assistant

Matalan
Newtownabbey, Co Antrim
02.2020 - 12.2020
  • Assisted customers with product selection for optimal satisfaction.
  • Handled cash transactions swiftly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Assisted customers in locating specific items to boost satisfaction.
  • Replenished floor stock and processed deliveries promptly, maximising product availability for customers.
  • Tagged products quickly and accurately with price tags and stickers.
  • Went above and beyond by helping customers to locate stock, making bespoke orders where possible.
  • Updated product labelling and pricing to reflect discounts and offers.
  • Ensured stock replenishment in a timely manner to maintain product availability.

Education

OCR Level 2 - Business Administration

Civil Service (In-house)
Belfast
01.2009 - 12.2011

OCR Level 1 - Bookkeeping

East Antrim Institute
Belfast
01.2006 - 12.2006

OCR Level 2 - New CLAIT - Computers

East Antrim Institute
Belfast
01.2002 - 12.2002

GCSEs - English/Maths/Technology/French/Biology/Chemistry

Ballyclare High School
Ballyclare

Skills

  • Cash handling
  • Customer service
  • Returns processing
  • Pricing strategy application
  • Merchandise arrangement
  • Safety regulations compliance
  • Effective communication
  • Flexible schedule availability
  • Stock replenishment
  • Retail security procedures
  • Refund and exchange processing
  • Stocking shelves
  • Superb time management
  • Till operation

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Retail Assistant

River Island
11.2022 - 01.2023

Support Worker

The Priory Nursing Home
02.2022 - 08.2022

Sales Assistant

Dunnes
01.2021 - 08.2021

Sales Assistant

Matalan
02.2020 - 12.2020

OCR Level 2 - Business Administration

Civil Service (In-house)
01.2009 - 12.2011

OCR Level 1 - Bookkeeping

East Antrim Institute
01.2006 - 12.2006

OCR Level 2 - New CLAIT - Computers

East Antrim Institute
01.2002 - 12.2002

GCSEs - English/Maths/Technology/French/Biology/Chemistry

Ballyclare High School
Debbie Hayes