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Urooj Tariq

Blackpool,Lancashire

Summary

I am a confident, hardworking, and approachable individual who has recently completed my GCSEs and now in college doing A levels.I am seeking a job role with a year of work experience as a waitress and as a retail temp worker during the Christmas season and this has significantly improved my customer service skills, communication abilities, and problem-solving capabilities. My experience has equipped me with the skills to successfully manage tasks, no matter how difficult the situation may be. I am ambitious and enthusiastic, always striving to make people's day through friendly interactions and efficient service. My strong work ethic and team-oriented mindset make me a great addition to any team. I am eager to bring my skills and positive attitude to a dynamic retail environment where I can continue to grow professionally and contribute to the success of the business.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail worker

M&S
Blackpool, Lancashire
11.2024 - 12.2024

As a temporary retail worker at Marks & Spencer, I developed strong customer service and teamwork skills in a fast-paced environment. My responsibilities included assisting customers with inquiries, processing transactions efficiently at the till, and ensuring shelves were stocked and displays were well-presented to meet company standards. I gained valuable experience in handling customer complaints professionally and working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve sales targets during busy periods. I handled customer concerns in a polite and professional way, always aiming to provide a positive experience. This role helped me improve my communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, and I am confident that my strong work ethic and customer-focused approach make me a great fit for any retail position. In this role I also improved my time management and adaptability, as I balanced multiple tasks while maintaining a high level of service during peak trading times, such as sales and holiday periods.

Waitress assistant/till worker

The Crispy Cod
Blackpool, Lancashire
06.2023 - 06.2024
  • In this role, I provide excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment and manage orders. I handle cash and card transactions accurately, maintain cleanliness and organisation in the dining area, and collaborated with team members to enhance customer satisfaction. From this job, I am developing increased confidence and gaining valuable skills such as effective communication, teamwork, time management, and customer.I also followed health regulations whilst handling food, promoting safe practices.Adding onto this I also demonstrated full knowledge of all menu items, contents and preparation methods to provide suggestions based on customer preferences. Moreover, i assisted kitchen staff with washing dishes and preparing food when required, mostly in busy hours to make sure its done perfectly and quickly.Additionally, i can manage multiple tasks during busy periods, demonstrating strong organisational skills and attention to detail.I decided to seek another job to gain more work experience and to find a position where I would enjoy my work even more.

Education

GCSEs:Maths-5, English language-7, English lit-8 - Currently studying-Law,Criminology,Sociology

Blackpool Sixth Form College
UK Blackpool
09/2024 -

Skills

Communication: Developed strong verbal and written communication skills through regular interactions with customers and team members

Teamwork: Gained valuable experience working collaboratively to achieve common goals

Confidence: Built confidence in engaging with a diverse range of customers and handling various situations

Customer Service: Provided excellent service, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction

Organisation: Maintained a well-organized and clean work environment to enhance efficiency

Languages

English
Fluent
Urdu
Fluent

Timeline

Retail worker

M&S
11.2024 - 12.2024

Waitress assistant/till worker

The Crispy Cod
06.2023 - 06.2024

GCSEs:Maths-5, English language-7, English lit-8 - Currently studying-Law,Criminology,Sociology

Blackpool Sixth Form College
09/2024 -
Urooj Tariq