Summary
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Work history
Education
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Hannah Bond

London

Summary

I’m a hardworking and reliable person with experience in retail and hospitality. I enjoy helping customers and working in busy environments where things can change quickly. I work well with others, communicate clearly, and always try to provide good service. I’m friendly, approachable, and enjoy creating positive experiences for customers.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work history

Front of house waitress

Grand cru Co
Bromley, London
2024.09 - Current
  • Provided friendly and attentive customer service, making sure every guest left with a smile and a positive experience.
  • Enjoyed the buzz of a busy wine bar, efficiently juggling multiple tasks while keeping the energy up and staying on top of things.
  • Eagerly learned and adapted to new menu items and specials, quickly becoming knowledgeable and confident in explaining them to guests.
  • Always showed up on time and ready to work, helping the team stay

organised and ensuring smooth operations, especially during rush

hours.

  • Listened to and accommodated various customer preferences and special requests, using flexibility and quick thinking to meet their needs.
  • Regularly went the extra mile to help colleagues during busy times, creating a supportive and teamwork-oriented environment both in the kitchen preparing food or in the winebar front of house.
  • Took initiative to address and resolve customer complaints quickly,

maintaining high standards of service and guest satisfaction.

  • Kept the seating areas and tables clean and organised, ensuring a safe, welcoming atmosphere for both guests and staff.
  • Obtain in depth information and knowledge regarding wine choices from an experienced wine semeliar to relay back to the customers.

Personal assistant to the director

Saunders Transport
East Dulwich, London
2018.06 - Current
  • Sorted incoming mails for swift response times.
  • Conducted research on relevant topics; improved knowledge base for strategic planning.
  • Supported human resource procedures with efficient administrative duties.
  • Handled petty cash expenses for better financial control at the office level.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements to facilitate smooth business trips.
  • Kept files organised and up-to-date for accurate record-keeping purposes.
  • Booked flights and hotels for domestic and international meetings.
  • Sourced and ordered office supplies within allocated budget.
  • Screened incoming phone calls and relayed detailed messages.
  • Tracked expenses in quickbooks and met budget targets.
  • Prepared and processed invoices for prompt customer payments.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction with timely resolution of invoice queries.

Retail assistant

Benetton Group
London, London
2015.04 - 2018.06
  • Delivered excellent customer service by answering queries and providing product information.
  • Assisted customers in fitting rooms by suggesting suitable alternatives or additional items for purchase.
  • Followed company policies whilst handling returns and exchanges, preserving customer loyalty.
  • 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.

Education

Higher National Diploma - Fashion styling for hair and make up

London College Of fashion
London
09/1985 - 1987

GCSEs - English language, English Literature, Maths, Environmental Studies, Physical Education, Drama,

Westwood St Thomas Secondary School
Salisbury
09/1984 - 06/1989

Skills

  • Relationship building with customers
  • Cash handling experience
  • Time management expertise
  • Patience and diplomacy
  • Product recommendations
  • Front-of-house customer care
  • Complaint handling
  • Customer Service
  • Calm under pressure
  • Disabilities experience

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Front of house waitress

Grand cru Co
2024.09 - Current

Personal assistant to the director

Saunders Transport
2018.06 - Current

Retail assistant

Benetton Group
2015.04 - 2018.06

Higher National Diploma - Fashion styling for hair and make up

London College Of fashion
09/1985 - 1987

GCSEs - English language, English Literature, Maths, Environmental Studies, Physical Education, Drama,

Westwood St Thomas Secondary School
09/1984 - 06/1989
Hannah Bond