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Kerry louise Mather

Chester Le Street,County Durham

Summary

Accomplished professional with a strong focus on leadership excellence and customer orientation. Demonstrates expertise in workforce scheduling, adaptable leadership, and order processing, ensuring resilience under pressure and adherence to deadlines. Proficient in quality control procedures, employee development, and profit and loss understanding, with a keen eye for safety consciousness and time efficiency. Skilled in equipment maintenance oversight, communication skills, inventory control, project management, and inventory management. Committed to achieving results-driven outcomes while maintaining attention to detail and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Shift manager

Iceland
Chester-le-Street, Durham
09.2025 - Current

Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment, both in store and online.

Supported manager as trainee deputy manager, facilitating team meetings with regular updates.

Oversaw employee schedules and managed daily operations of the store.

  • Developed skills related to sales processes, focusing on vehicle and staff structure.
  • Managed daily availability, addressing customer complaints and overseeing van maintenance.
  • Handled cash transactions at checkout and contributed to company banking processes.

Front of house team member

the lambton arms
Chester-le-Street, Durham
05.2016 - 10.2018
  • Contributed to team success by maintaining cleanliness and organisation in work areas.
  • Recommended menu items to guests, enhancing their dining experience.
  • Checked guest satisfaction regularly, addressing any issues promptly.
  • Cooperated closely with other team members to meet and exceed guests' expectations.
  • Ensured customer satisfaction by providing excellent service.
  • Rotated stock regularly, reducing waste from expired products.
  • Handled cash transactions to ensure accurate accounting.
  • Kept records of tabs accurately, avoiding monetary discrepancies.
  • Restocked bar efficiently during busy periods.
  • Made cocktails for customer enjoyment.
  • Adhered to health and safety regulations strictly.
  • Checked identification to maintain legal compliance.
  • Helped organise special events at the bar.
  • Prepared beverages, ensuring consistent quality.

Duty manager

Iceland
Chester-le-Street, Durham
09.2007 - 05.2016

Progressed from cashier to duty manager, enhancing customer service efficiency.

Served customers and managed stock levels to maintain optimal inventory.

Oversaw home delivery schedules to ensure timely fulfilment of orders.

  • Maintained cleanliness standards, resulting in positive customer feedback.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately for financial integrity.
  • Oversaw stock checks and reordering, ensuring product availability at all times.
  • Stored cash floats and delivered secure banking procedures.
  • Managed customer service interactions, addressing concerns and preserving positive experiences.
  • Supervised date rotation for chilled selection to minimise waste.

Sales assistant

Sports Direct
Gateshead, tyne and wear
09.2006 - 07.2007
  • Fostered a welcoming store environment by maintaining clean and well-organised displays.
  • Balanced multiple tasks simultaneously whilst maintaining high-quality customer care.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members to meet sales targets.
  • Addressed customer needs promptly, resulting in positive feedback and loyalty.
  • Assisted customers with product selection for optimal satisfaction.
  • Delivered exceptional after-sales service, encouraging repeat business.
  • Learnt about new products quickly, providing comprehensive guidance to customers.

Education

GCSEs -

The Hermitage School
Chester-le-Street
04.2001 - 07.2003

NVQ Level 2 - hairdressing

New College Durham
Durham
09.2003 - 07.2004

Skills

  • Leadership excellence
  • Customer orientation
  • Workforce scheduling
  • Adaptable leadership
  • Order processing
  • Crisis handling
  • Results-driven
  • Quality control procedures
  • Employee development
  • Profit and loss understanding
  • Safety consciousness
  • Resilience under pressure
  • Time efficiency
  • Deadline adherence
  • Equipment maintenance oversight
  • Communication skills
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Attention to Detail
  • Leadership
  • Quality Control
  • Inventory control
  • Project Management
  • Inventory management

Timeline

Shift manager

Iceland
09.2025 - Current

Front of house team member

the lambton arms
05.2016 - 10.2018

Duty manager

Iceland
09.2007 - 05.2016

Sales assistant

Sports Direct
09.2006 - 07.2007

NVQ Level 2 - hairdressing

New College Durham
09.2003 - 07.2004

GCSEs -

The Hermitage School
04.2001 - 07.2003
Kerry louise Mather