Janke Strydom
Neath,Wales
Summary
Professional with expertise in organizational skills and digital tools. Proven ability to communicate effectively, with a strong background in animal behaviour and medication administration. Recognized for upholding food hygiene standards and providing timely updates to pet owners, ensuring effective teamwork and meticulous attention to detail. Committed to utilizing time management and physical fitness in fast-paced environments to enhance team success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Pet Sitter
Independent
Maidenhead, Berkshire
2022.07 - 2026.03
- Spearheaded a growing pet sitting business by cultivating a strong reputation through client referrals.
- Oversaw comprehensive care for a diverse array of animals, including cats, dogs, chickens, ducks, and gerbils.
- Maintained exceptional animal welfare standards by personalising care according to specific needs and preferences.
- Facilitated open lines of communication with pet owners regarding the needs and behaviours of their animals.
- Delivered compassionate care to elderly or ill pets, ensuring they received the necessary attention.
Receptionist
Vets for Pets
Maidenhead, Berkshire
2019.01 - 2021.07
- Scheduled and cancelled appointments for clients.
- Registered new clients and their pets, helping fill out necessary paperwork if and when needed.
- Checked medication upon dispensing and provided usage instructions to clients about their animals.
- Assisted veterinarians by holding and checking animals during COVID-19.
- Managed cleanliness by addressing accidents and monitored dogs when nursing staff were unavailable.
- Welcomed guests and offered assistance upon arrival.
- Organised reception area to maintain professional environment.
- Addressed enquiries from clients, vendors, and the public.
- Strategically managed calendars to optimise appointment availability.
Account Manager
Crafty Clicks (now Fetchify)
Maidenhead, Berkshire
2017.01 - 2019.12
- Assisted in developing strategies focusing on customer retention.
- Supported monitoring of competitor activity to remain competitive in the market.
- Aided in negotiating contracts to secure beneficial deals.
- Collaborated with product development teams for tailoring offerings to client requirements.
- Coordinated with finance department to oversee account finances effectively.
- Addressed client issues quickly to maintain high satisfaction levels.
- Established communication with clients to build strong relationships.
- Managed business relationships to foster loyalty and long-term commitment.
- Contributed to client satisfaction by effectively managing key accounts.
Sous Chef
Fredrick's Hotel
Maidenhead
2015.01 - 2016.08
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation of section.
- Assisted in stocking ingredients and preparing items.
- Supported inventory management to reduce waste and optimise resources.
- Oversaw daily food preparation to ensure consistency in dishes served.
- Monitored storage of raw materials in compliance with health standards.
- Adhered to hygiene regulations during quality control measures.
- Adapted menu items to accommodate guest dietary needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with front-of-house team for smooth service delivery.
- Operated effectively under pressure during peak hours.
- Helped ensure food delivery met hygiene quality and safety standards.
- Assisted cooks in assessing freshness and quality of dishes.
Education
A-Levels - Business
Berkshire College of Agriculture
Maidenhead 2014.09 - 2016.06
GCSEs -
Newlands Girls School
Maidenhead, Windsor and Maidenhead 2009.09 - 2014.06
Certified Cyber Security Practitioner - Cybersecurity
CAPSLOCK
Online 2022.01 - 2022.05
Skills
- Organizational abilities
- Digital tools proficiency
- Clear written and verbal communication
- Animal behaviour understanding
- Medication administration
- Physical fitness
- Owner updates and communication
- Food hygiene standards
- Time management skills
- Effective teamwork
- Attention to detail under pressure
Additional information
- Funny, interesting, honest, caring, creative, competitive and independent
- Skills and Abilities:
- Teamwork
- Problem solving
- Initiative
- Communication
- Good at working independently
Affiliations
- Knitting
- Puzzles
- Gaming
- Volunteering at animal shelters
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pet Sitter
Independent
2022.07 - 2026.03
Certified Cyber Security Practitioner - Cybersecurity
CAPSLOCK
2022.01 - 2022.05
Receptionist
Vets for Pets
2019.01 - 2021.07
Account Manager
Crafty Clicks (now Fetchify)
2017.01 - 2019.12
Sous Chef
Fredrick's Hotel
2015.01 - 2016.08
A-Levels - Business
Berkshire College of Agriculture
2014.09 - 2016.06
GCSEs -
Newlands Girls School
2009.09 - 2014.06