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Ginty Kellmann

Ginty Kellmann

Huddersfield,West Yorkshire

Summary

I am an experienced IT professional with a robust background in analytical skills and administrative proficiency. From the inception of a brand-new Logistical Service Desk, I have played a pivotal role, demonstrating a commitment to reliability, loyalty, and open communication. My strong interpersonal skills enable me to build and maintain positive relationships with both colleagues and clients. I excel in fast-paced, high-pressure environments, where I can effectively prioritize workloads and execute tasks with meticulous attention to detail. My capacity for multi-tasking and handling confidential information is well-honed, making me an asset to any team. As a team player, I am passionate about fostering proactive relationships and contributing to cross-departmental collaboration. My problem-solving abilities allow me to assess situations accurately and propose appropriate actions or solutions. My experience extends to managing multiple clients and business vendors, coupled with proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite. This versatility positions me as a strong candidate for various roles with the IT and Logistical Service Sectors.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Customer Care Assistant - Night Shift

The Storey Group
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England
04.2026 - Current

Key Responsibilities.

  • Warm Welcome: Greet all customers with a warm welcome and provide professional, attentive service on the shop floor, and assist them throughout their visit.
  • Serving Customers: Providing customers with refreshments and maintaining a clean, comfortable, and welcoming environment for all customers.
  • Handling enquiries: Answer questions about promotions and general arcade operation, providing solutions to customer concerns politely and efficiently.
  • Cash Handling: Handle cash and card payments accurately.
  • Machine Upkeep: Perform routine cleaning and basic maintenance of arcade machines and surrounding areas to ensure a safe and tidy environment.
  • Safety & Security: Monitor the arcade floor, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines, rules of conduct, and reporting any security or maintenance concerns to management.
  • Compliance: Strictly adhere to all licensing, regulations, and legal requirements pertaining to Adult Gaming Centres.
  • Age verification: Verify customers' age using valid ID, as per the company policy of 'Challenge 25'.

Customer Advisor/Front of House

Huddersfield Leisure Centre
Huddersfield
01.2025 - 02.2026
  • Providing a warm, professional, and memorable first and last impression for all visitors.
  • Advising customers on the best products and services for their needs, actively upselling and cross-selling where appropriate.
  • Participating in sales activities within the centre to drive engagement and revenue.
  • Handling customer inquiries efficiently and professionally to enhance overall satisfaction.
  • Operating IT systems, including POS (Point of Sale) and PDQ (chip and pin machines), accurately and efficiently.
  • Maintaining strict adherence to cash control, audit, and security procedures.
  • Ensuring all procedures for accessing the facility are followed correctly.
  • Completing a range of administrative tasks related to customer service and sales.
  • Keeping the workspace and surrounding areas clean, organized, and presentable.

Christmas Seasonal Retail Assistant

HUDDERSFIELD GT NORTHERN RP
Huddersfield
12.2024 - 12.2024
  • Regularly restocked shelves with Christmas merchandise, ensuring the shop floor was well supplied, and products were easily accessible to customers.
  • Maintained a clean, organised, and visually appealing Christmas section, ensuring products were displayed attractively, and shelves remained neat throughout the day.
  • Provided excellent customer service by assisting with product inquiries and locating specific items, both Christmas-related and general stock.
  • Offered expert advice to customers in the fragrance department, helping them select and purchase perfumes, or other scented products.
  • Unpacked and organised crates of Christmas stock, transferring new inventory from the stock room to the shop floor.
  • Efficiently replenished stock in the back room by transferring items from the shop floor, or unpacking additional boxes, ensuring smooth inventory flow.

Service Desk Deputy Team Lead

Softcat PLC
Marlow
11.2021 - 05.2024
  • Oversee daily support activities of analysts and address raised customer queries, ensuring both quality and customer satisfaction.
  • Work closely with the Service Desk, Service Desk Manager, and internal teams like Service Delivery and Service Assurances to ensure analysts are well-trained and equipped to deliver high standards of service.
  • Serve as the main point of escalation for both customer and hierarchical issues.
  • Conduct monthly 1-2-1 meetings with analysts to guide their Personal Development Plans, providing coaching and addressing any queries.
  • Foster a high-performing team culture, focused on customer awareness through coaching and feedback.
  • Drive continual improvement in people, processes, and tools to maintain service quality.
  • Monitor and manage Service Desk Shifts, ensuring excellent and consistent customer service delivery.
  • Hybrid work environment.

Service Desk Analyst

Softcat PLC
Marlow
05.2021 - 10.2021
  • Analyse and interpret data-related tickets (RITMs/Tasks) to ensure accurate understanding and resolution.
  • Assess the requirements for each RITM/Task to ensure proper handling.
  • Manually raise and action requirements on the vendor portal, ensuring timely processing.
  • Ensure that deliveries and collections are correctly processed to meet deadlines and avoid delays in goods handling.
  • Work closely with internal teams such as Service Delivery and Service Assurance for smooth operations.
  • Foster trusting relationships with vendors, team members, and customers to maintain smooth operations and positive engagement.
  • Hybrid work environment.

Corporate Travel Consultant

Tourvest Travel Services
05.2005 - 08.2020
  • Handle client requests, coordinating with multiple vendors to meet their needs efficiently.
  • Establish and maintain strong working relationships with international vendors like British Airways, Holiday Inn, and Hertz.
  • Deliver excellent customer service, resulting in high customer retention and repeat business.
  • Develop and sustain relationships with a wide range of clients, from small businesses to large enterprises like Cadbury’s, Microsoft, Jones Lang LaSalle, Goodyear, CBRE, and Iqvia.
  • Provide expert advice on daily Foreign Exchange Rates, Visa requirements, and destination-specific activities.
  • Ensure customers' travel documents are up to date for a seamless travel experience.
  • Use bespoke software (BSP) for processing customer requests, alongside proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • South Africa based travel services.

Education

Matric - 6x A Levels (including English and Biology)

Victoria Park High School
12.2002

Diploma - Travel and Tourism

Intec College
05.2005

Skills

  • Analytical Skills
  • Administrative Proficiency
  • Communication
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Pressure Handling
  • Multi-tasking
  • Team Collaboration
  • Problem Solving
  • Technical Proficiency

Certification

  • Preferred Partner Certificate – Kelway Hotel, 2008-12-01
  • Re-Issues/Vmpds Certificate, 2009-02-01
  • Amadeus Conversion Course Certificate, 2009-09-01
  • Amadeus Sam Refresher Workshop Certificate, 2010-11-01
  • International Fares & Ticketing Beginners Certificate, 2013-03-01
  • Bunsen Burner Award, 2017-03-01
  • Ultra-Performance Certificate – Skill Up, 2018-03-01
  • Service Excellence in a Call Centre Environment, 2018-05-01
  • Ultra-Performance Certificate – Follow Up, 2019-03-01
  • Certificate for Excellence, 2019-03-01
  • Step Up Certificate – Highest Productivity, 2020-03-01

Websites, Portfolios and Profiles

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginty-kellmann-53a1882a/

Languages

English
Advanced
C1
Afrikaans
Intermediate
B1

Hobbies and interests

  • Reading
  • Walking/Hiking
  • Being in nature
  • Water Colours
  • Gardening
  • Painting

Accomplishments

  • ITIL 4 Foundation Exam – July 2023

Timeline

Customer Care Assistant - Night Shift

The Storey Group
04.2026 - Current

Customer Advisor/Front of House

Huddersfield Leisure Centre
01.2025 - 02.2026

Christmas Seasonal Retail Assistant

HUDDERSFIELD GT NORTHERN RP
12.2024 - 12.2024

Service Desk Deputy Team Lead

Softcat PLC
11.2021 - 05.2024

Service Desk Analyst

Softcat PLC
05.2021 - 10.2021

Corporate Travel Consultant

Tourvest Travel Services
05.2005 - 08.2020

Matric - 6x A Levels (including English and Biology)

Victoria Park High School

Diploma - Travel and Tourism

Intec College
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