Sarath Karakkat
EASTBOURNE,United Kingdom
Summary
Driven individual with knack for customer service and communication. Proven ability to handle transactions and assist customers efficiently. Ready to contribute to boosting sales and creating positive shopping experiences.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Sales Assistant
POUNDLAND
EASTBOURNE, UK
05.2025 - 05.2026
- Delivered excellent customer service in fast-paced retail environment
- Assisted customers with product enquiries and locating items in store
- Replenished shelves and maintained clean, organised displays
- Operated tills and handled cash/card transactions accurately
- Supported stock delivery, unpacking, and inventory organisation
- Worked collaboratively with team members to ensure smooth store operations
- Maintained high standards of store presentation and health & safety compliance
Kitchen assistant
Bunlix
EASTBOURNE
10.2025 - 03.2026
- Carried out daily food prep, reduced waste and cost.
- Contributed in stock management for better inventory control.
- Upheld cleanliness guidelines to ensure sanitary work environment.
- Managed cooking equipment maintenance, ensuring longevity and functionality.
- Balanced till at end of day, maintaining accurate records.
- Used cash registers and POS systems to request and record customer orders and compute transactions.
Kitchen Assistant
WICKED KITCHEN
EASTBOURNE
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Supported kitchen team in preparing and serving high-quality fast food in high-paced environment
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene standards in line with food safety regulations
- Assisted in stock management and restocking supplies
- Worked collaboratively with chefs and front-of-house staff to ensure smooth kitchen operations
- Demonstrated flexibility by covering evening and weekend shifts as required
Sales Assistant
RELIANCE SUPERMARKET
RAJASTHAN
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided excellent customer service by assisting with inquiries and resolving issues
- Restocked shelves and managed evening replenishment
- Ensured aisles were fully stocked and neatly organized
Education
MA - Migration and Refugee Studies
University of Sussex
Brighton, United Kingdom /2024 - /2025
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Social work
Central University of Rajasthan
India 01.2021 - 01.2023
Skills
- Customer Service & EFTPOS Handling
- Organisational Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Quick Learner
- Product merchandising
- Technological Proficiency
- Proactive and Self-Motivated
- Stock replenishment
- Strategic selling techniques
- Brand awareness promotion
- Multilingual
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
BRITISH RED CROSS SHOP, Volunteer, EASTBOURNE, 2024-2025. Assisted with daily store operations, including inventory management, customer service, and cash handling, Organized and displayed donated items, contributing to an appealing retail environment, Supported donation processing, quality control, and stock rotation. Helped customers with product inquiries, fostering a welcoming atmosphere
Certification
English – Pearson Test of English (PTE) Score: 76
Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Tamil
Fluent
Malayalam
Native
Timeline
Kitchen assistant
Bunlix
10.2025 - 03.2026
Sales Assistant
POUNDLAND
05.2025 - 05.2026
Kitchen Assistant
WICKED KITCHEN
01.2025 - 04.2025
Sales Assistant
RELIANCE SUPERMARKET
04.2023 - 01.2024
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Social work
Central University of Rajasthan
01.2021 - 01.2023
MA - Migration and Refugee Studies
University of Sussex
/2024 - /2025