Overview
Professional summary
Work history
Skills
Education
Certification
References
Hobbies & Interests
Timeline

Gemma D Scrivens

So Sweet
Penryn,Cornwall
19
years of professional experience
8
years of post-secondary education
1
Certification

Detail-oriented professional with strong time management and problem-solving skills. Committed to enhancing customer experience through effective administration and engagement. Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively, delivering results with a flexible approach. Open to continuous training and development in pursuit of career growth.

Work history

Sales Assistant/ Keyholder

3 Months
So Sweet | 2026.06 - 2026.09
  • Opened and closed store, supervised staff during daily operations, and completed start-of-day tasks. Cashed up tills and processed end-of-day paperwork. Restocked shop and coordinated deliveries throughout day.
  • Handled cash transactions swiftly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members to meet sales targets.
  • Fostered a welcoming store environment by maintaining clean and well-organised displays.

College Shop Assistant

6 Years 10 Months
Truro College | 2019.08 - 2026.06
  • Processed cash and card transactions for shop purchases while ensuring a clean and organised environment and effectively stocking merchandise.
  • Promoted sales and special promotions to increase store revenue.
  • Directed customers towards fitting rooms when needed for convenient try-on experience.
  • Updated window displays regularly for fresh store appeal.

Volunteer Retail Assistant

11 Months
Various Charities | 2018.06 - 2019.05
  • Demonstrated commitment to charity by volunteering in retail environment, focusing on first-line customer support. Engaged with customers to provide exceptional in-shop experiences, ensuring services met high standards and maintained quality. Utilised friendly approach to build rapport and effectively address customer needs, often requiring quick thinking.
  • Organised daily shop floor tasks to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Handled cash registers accurately, minimising discrepancies at end-of-day tallies.
  • Extended working hours during peak times to maintain uninterrupted service.
  • Cornwall Hospice Care; Oxfam; British Heart Foundation; YMCA Charity Shop

Sales Assistant

2 Years 3 Months
Savers | 2016.07 - 2018.10
  • Utilised excellent communication skills to provide detailed product information.
  • Delivered exceptional after-sales service, encouraging repeat business.
  • Executed in-store tasks to enhance customer service, adhering to company guidelines and health and safety regulations while maintaining an enthusiastic approach to deliver exceptional customer experiences.
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly, keeping store operation seamless during peak hours.

Commercial Operations Assistant

11 Months
Royal Agricultural University | 2015.08 - 2016.07
  • Assured smooth operation with proper inventory management.
  • Ensured compliance to company policies through diligent oversight.
  • Promptly resolved queries for enhanced customer satisfaction.
  • Coordinated hospitality tasks across various settings, including office administration, daily student interactions, coffee shop assistance, and event setup and cleanup.

Crew Member

7 Years 3 Months
McDonalds | 2007.09 - 2014.12
  • Executed food preparation for food orders at major fast food retail organisation, ensuring efficiency and accuracy while upholding rigorous food safety and hygiene standards
  • Facilitated smooth flow of customers by effectively managing queues during rush hours.
  • Assisted in staff training to enhance teamwork and improve service delivery.
  • Assisted management with various administrative duties to improve workflow.

Skills

Cash handling
Sales techniques
Upselling expertise
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent customer service skills
Excellent time management
Good problem-solving skills
Well organised
Quick learner
Dependable character
Positive attitude
Extremely motivated
Client relations

Education

Diploma - Health and Social Care

Stroud College | Stroud, Gloucestershire | 2005.09 - 2007.07

GPA: Pass

First Diploma - Childcare Learning and Development

Stroud College | 2005.09 - 2007.07
GPA: Merit

GCSE - Maths and English

Thomas Keble School | Stroud, Gloucestershire | 2001.09 - 2005.07

GPA: 5

Customer Service

2018.11undefined
GPA: Level 1

Employability

2018.11undefined
GPA: Level 1

Personal and Social Development

2018.11undefined
GPA: Level 1

Food Safety

2018.11undefined
GPA: Level 2

Budgeting Course certificate

2019.03undefined

Negotiating/ CV and Covering letters certificate

2019.04undefined

Level 2 Certificate In Principles Of Customer Service

2020.05undefined

BTEC Award - Work Skills

Aspire Education Course | 2019.05 - 2019.06
GPA: Level 1

Active IQ Award - In Assisting in Health Related Activities

2019.05 - 2019.06
GPA: Level 1

Active IQ Award - In Leading Health Related Activities

2019.05 - 2019.06
GPA: Level 2

NVQ - Activity Leadership

2019.05 - 2019.06
GPA: Level 2

Certificate - Emergency First aid at work

2019.05 - 2019.06
GPA: Level 3

Money Box Course

2019.02 - 2019.04

Aspire Education Course

2019.05 - 2019.06

Certification

Customer Service - Level 1, Employability - Level 1, Personal and Social Development - Level 1, Food Safety - Level 2

References

Readily available upon request.

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy going to the cinema and I like to read. I have a circle of friends who I socialise with at weekends and love taking the dog for a walk and riding my bike.

Timeline

Sales Assistant/ Keyholder

So Sweet
2026.06 - 2026.09Read More

Level 2 Certificate In Principles Of Customer Service
2020.05 Read More

College Shop Assistant

Truro College
2019.08 - 2026.06Read More

Aspire Education Course

BTEC Award from Work Skills
2019.05 - 2019.06Read More

Active IQ Award from In Assisting in Health Related Activities
2019.05 - 2019.06Read More

Active IQ Award from In Leading Health Related Activities
2019.05 - 2019.06Read More

NVQ from Activity Leadership
2019.05 - 2019.06Read More

Certificate from Emergency First aid at work
2019.05 - 2019.06Read More

Aspire Education Course
2019.05 - 2019.06Read More

Negotiating/ CV and Covering letters certificate
2019.04 Read More

Budgeting Course certificate
2019.03 Read More

Money Box Course
2019.02 - 2019.04Read More

Customer Service
2018.11 Read More

Employability
2018.11 Read More

Personal and Social Development
2018.11 Read More

Food Safety
2018.11 Read More

Volunteer Retail Assistant

Various Charities
2018.06 - 2019.05Read More

Sales Assistant

Savers
2016.07 - 2018.10Read More

Commercial Operations Assistant

Royal Agricultural University
2015.08 - 2016.07Read More

Crew Member

McDonalds
2007.09 - 2014.12Read More

Stroud College

Diploma from Health and Social Care
2005.09 - 2007.07Read More

Stroud College

First Diploma from Childcare Learning and Development
2005.09 - 2007.07Read More

Thomas Keble School

GCSE from Maths and English
2001.09 - 2005.07Read More
Gemma D Scrivens