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Desire Ndlovu

Birmingham,United Kingdom

Summary

A versatile professional with expertise in paint application techniques and professional cooking, demonstrating strong communication skills and a commitment to safety procedures. Proven ability to handle manual tasks efficiently, work various shifts, and excel in teamwork environments. Expertise in logistical planning, batch cooking efficiency, and upselling, as well as a proven track record in cash management and complaint settlement. Career goals include exploiting these skills to improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction in dynamic environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work history

All Health Care Services (Agency)
09.2020 - 01.2025
  • Provided personal care and practical support to service users, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
  • Followed safe working practices, maintaining service users’ dignity, privacy, and wellbeing at all times.
  • Ensured full compliance with Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards and company policies and procedures.
  • Administered medication accurately and maintained sufficient stock levels at all times.
  • Completed, observed, and reviewed individual care plans, documenting all tasks and updates electronically.

GXO Logistics (Agency)
04.2023 - 06.2024
  • Ensured goods were safely and accurately loaded onto delivery trucks in line with safety procedures and delivery schedules.
  • Operated pallet jacks, wrapping machinery, and other warehouse equipment following appropriate training and safety protocols.
  • Worked collaboratively as part of a team to manage heavy manual handling tasks, including lifting, pulling, and pushing goods efficiently and safely.

Individual Specialist Cars
04.2019 - 11.2019
  • Repaired vehicle exteriors, ensuring high-quality structural and cosmetic finishes.
  • Repainted vehicles to meet manufacturer and customer quality standards.
  • Recorded repair details and material use for accurate job tracking.
  • Performed dent removal, scratch repair, rust treatment, and body part replacements.

Sales Assistant

JD Sports
Birmingham, West Midlands
12.2017 - 03.2019
  • Provided customer support in person and by phone, strengthening client-facing skills.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members to meet sales targets and ensure smooth store operations.
  • Maintained high standards of visual merchandising by setting up new product displays and rotating stock as required.
  • Carried out shift cleaning duties including rubbish removal and floor mopping, in compliance with HACCP and Food Safety regulations.

Education

NVQ Level 2 -

Professional Cooking

Level 2 - undefined

Automotive Body and Paint

Level 3 - undefined

Automotive Body and Paint

GCSEs - English – B, Maths – C, Food Technology – C, Computing – Pass, Art Performance – C

Skills

  • Paint application techniques knowledge
  • Strong communication skills
  • Experience working various shifts
  • Manual handling
  • Teamwork
  • Safety procedures understanding
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Logistics planning knowledge
  • Professional cooking techniques
  • Batch cooking efficiency
  • Knowledge of cooking temperatures
  • Up-Selling experience
  • Cash-handling expertise
  • Complaint resolution

Affiliations

  • Exercising
  • Reading
  • Music
  • Cookery

Summary

I would welcome the opportunity to be considered for any suitable roles within your organization. I am fully flexible and ready to start work immediately.

Timeline

GXO Logistics (Agency)
04.2023 - 06.2024

All Health Care Services (Agency)
09.2020 - 01.2025

Individual Specialist Cars
04.2019 - 11.2019

Sales Assistant

JD Sports
12.2017 - 03.2019

Level 2 - undefined

Automotive Body and Paint

Level 3 - undefined

Automotive Body and Paint

GCSEs - English – B, Maths – C, Food Technology – C, Computing – Pass, Art Performance – C

NVQ Level 2 -

Professional Cooking

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