Tara Riddington
Leiston,Suffolk
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with expertise in bathroom sanitation, safety protocols, and the effective use of cleaning chemicals. Demonstrates resilience under pressure, flexibility in tasks, and a strong initiative-taking approach to ensure time-efficient and high-quality results. Familiar with home maintenance practices and childcare basics, contributing to a well-rounded skill set adaptable to diverse responsibilities. Committed to maintaining safe and hygienic environments while continuously enhancing operational efficiency.
Energetic and enthusiastic member of domestic staff skilled in housekeeping and multitasking. Tireless in face of continuous household needs and always ready for new assignments. Completes quality work with attention to detail and time management abilities.
Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Homemaker
N/A
Leiston, Suffolk
02.2021 - Current
- Vacuumed, mopped and polished floors to achieve high-quality finishes.
- Cleaned bathrooms with meticulous attention to detail.
- Hand dusted and wiped clean furniture, fixtures and window sills, producing spotless results.
- Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.
Front desk assistant
Nickelodeon Adventure
Chafford Hundred, Thurrock
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Ensured effective communication by relaying messages between departments quickly.
- Maintained clean and organised reception area for positive first impressions.
- Greeted all guests warmly upon arrival, setting a positive tone for their visit.
- Supported other administrative staff during high workload periods fostering teamwork.
- Responded to customer inquiries with professionalism, ensuring satisfactory resolution.
- Handled all visitor registrations accurately to maintain up-to-date records in system database.
- Provided general information about company services when required enhancing customer understanding.
Front desk assistant
Craig Hannatt
Saxmundham, Suffolk
02.2017 - 12.2018
- Handled all visitor registrations accurately to maintain up-to-date records in system database.
- Handled confidential documents securely, maintaining privacy standards.
- Improved office efficiency with handling of incoming calls, redirecting them accurately.
- Sorted post daily, distributing it to the correct recipients promptly.
- Responded to customer inquiries with professionalism, ensuring satisfactory resolution.
- Maintained clean and organised reception area for positive first impressions.
- Greeted all guests warmly upon arrival, setting a positive tone for their visit.
Restaurant worker
The Dolphin
Thorpeness, Suffolk
02.2016 - 04.2016
- Demonstrated knowledge of menu items, helping customers make informed choices.
- Participated in training sessions to improve skills and performance.
- Maintained stock levels with regular inventory checks.
- Prepared tables complete with linen, cutlery, glassware and dishware offering a ready-to-dine setup for patrons.
Waitress assistant
Theberton Lion
Theberton, Suffolk
06.2015 - 11.2015
- Enhanced dining experience through friendly interaction with customers.
- Assisted in menu planning, contributing to variety and innovation.
- Checked customers' identities to ensure they met age requirements for purchase of alcohol,.
- Followed health regulations whilst handling food, promoting safe practices.
- Delivered meals swiftly, contributing to positive dining experience for guests.
- Maintained cleanliness in serving and dining area for hygienic environment.
Paper deliverer
Leiston Press
Leiston, Suffolk
02.2014 - 12.2014
- Upheld company reputation through consistent, high-quality service delivery.
- Maintained physical fitness through regular cycling for paper delivery routes.
- Managed large volumes of newspapers, ensuring accurate sorting and distribution.
- Kept calm under pressure during peak holiday seasons or when handling last-minute changes in deliveries schedule.
- Strengthened community relationships by providing friendly, reliable service to customers.
Education
GCSEs - English, Math, Science, Art and PE
Alde Valley Academy
Leiston, Suffolk 09.2011 - 06.2016
Skills
- Bathroom sanitation
- Resilience under pressure
- Safety protocols knowledge
- Time efficiency
- Home maintenance familiarity
- Flexibility in tasks
- Knowledge of cleaning chemicals
- Initiative taking
- Childcare basics
Affiliations
- Reading
- Spending time with my Family
- Growing my own fruits and vegetables.
Timeline
Homemaker
N/A
02.2021 - Current
Front desk assistant
Nickelodeon Adventure
04.2019 - 03.2020
Front desk assistant
Craig Hannatt
02.2017 - 12.2018
Restaurant worker
The Dolphin
02.2016 - 04.2016
Waitress assistant
Theberton Lion
06.2015 - 11.2015
Paper deliverer
Leiston Press
02.2014 - 12.2014
GCSEs - English, Math, Science, Art and PE
Alde Valley Academy
09.2011 - 06.2016