Rasika Wickramasinghe
Haverhill,Suffolk
Summary
Offering strong organisational and leadership skills with background in coordinating teams and managing workflow. Knowledgeable about quality control, inventory management, and maintaining safety standards. Ready to use and develop communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills in packing processes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Sales Assistant and Store support – Merchandiser
MFG Murco Haverhill
Haverhill, United Kingdom
2025.09 - 2026.01
- Assisted with food preparation tasks and served customers promptly.
- Supported management in carrying out inventory checks and delivering customer service.
- Contributed towards maintaining a tidy and organised workspace.
Production operative
Greenhalaghs Craft Bakery
Bolton, Lancashire
2024.06 - 2024.09
- Assisted with food preparation tasks to ensure efficient workflow.
- Supported food packing operations for timely distribution.
- Operated machinery to help meet daily production goals.
- Kept record of inventory for better stock management.
- Performed routine equipment inspections to prevent breakdowns.
- Enhanced production efficiency with meticulous machine maintenance.
Store Support - Merchandiser
Retail Asset Solutions (RAS)
Bolton, United Kingdom
2024.04 - 2024.06
- Contribute actively as a member of the team to foster collaboration and achieve collective goals.
- Utilised strategic planning to increase in-store sales.
- Assured retail store standards by maintaining an organised layout.
Stores and Services
Sofina Foods
Haverhill, Suffolk
2025.02 - Current
- Executed daily responsibilities with accuracy and efficiency.
- Acquired and utilised new skills to enhance daily operations and productivity.
- Completed assignments within stringent deadlines.
- Exhibited respect, friendliness, and readiness to assist when required.
Supervisor Assistant Manager
Aronway Grand Royal Banquet Hall
Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka
2020.01 - 2024.02
- Assisted individuals in organising events, including weddings and parties.
- Supported meal-planning activities for special occasions.
- Facilitated communication among clients and vendors.
Lieutenant commander
Sri Lanka Navy
Sri Lanka
2013.08 - 2024.01
- Encouraged team-building activities leading to enhanced cohesion among crew members.
- Streamlined administrative processes to boost productivity levels.
- Conducted risk assessments, minimising potential threats.
- Demonstrated leadership by commanding a multi-disciplinary team.
Education
BSc - Naval & Maritime Studies
General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU)
Sri Lanka 2016.02 - 2018.11
A-Levels - Biology
Mayurapada National School
Sri Lanka 2009.01 - 2011.08
GCSEs - Ordinary Level
Mayurapada National School
Sri Lanka 2006.01 - 2008.12
Skills
- Leadership and organization
- Customer service and support
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Stock management and product knowledge
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Product inspection and packaging machinery use
- Warehouse management systems expertise
Certification
- Fire safety awareness.
- Emergency First Aid at work.
References
References are available upon request.
Timeline
Sales Assistant and Store support – Merchandiser
MFG Murco Haverhill
2025.09 - 2026.01
Stores and Services
Sofina Foods
2025.02 - Current
Production operative
Greenhalaghs Craft Bakery
2024.06 - 2024.09
Store Support - Merchandiser
Retail Asset Solutions (RAS)
2024.04 - 2024.06
Supervisor Assistant Manager
Aronway Grand Royal Banquet Hall
2020.01 - 2024.02
BSc - Naval & Maritime Studies
General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU)
2016.02 - 2018.11
Lieutenant commander
Sri Lanka Navy
2013.08 - 2024.01
A-Levels - Biology
Mayurapada National School
2009.01 - 2011.08
GCSEs - Ordinary Level
Mayurapada National School
2006.01 - 2008.12