I, Asanda Nhlumayo, am seeking a position with a company which will require me to utilize my skills, abilities and experience in the field to ensure the company's success. I am a conscientious person who works hard and pays attention to detail. I'm flexible, quick to pick up new skills and eager to learn from others. I also have lots of ideas and enthusiasm. I can build rapport and fit in to any team. Hardworking and reliable employee with extensive background operating cash registers, stocking merchandise and providing excellent customer service. Highly organized, proactive and punctual. Works well within team settings. I'm keen to work for a company with a great reputation and high profile like your company. I can take on the responsibility of this position immediately and have the determination to ensure that I make a success of it.
Work History
Cashier and Merchandiser
Mnandi/Lekker Juice
Welcoming customers, answering their questions, helping them locate items, and providing advice or recommendations
Operating scanners, scales, cash registers, and other electronics
Balancing the cash register and generating reports for credit and debit sales
Accepting payments, ensuring all prices and quantities are accurate and proving a receipt to every customer
Processing refunds and exchanges, resolving complaints
Bagging or wrapping purchases to ensure safe transport
Following all store procedures regarding coupons, gift cards, or the purchase of specific items, such as alcohol or cigarettes
Maintaining a clean workspace
Monitor stock movement and consider markdowns, promotions, price changes, clear outs etc
Analyse sales figures, customers reactions and market trends to anticipate product needs and plan product ranges/stock.
Retail Customer Servicer
Outrageous Boutique
Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent sales service
Assess customers’ needs and help and information on product features
Welcome customers to the store and answer their queries
Go the extra mile” to drive sales
Maintain in-stock and presentable condition assigned areas
Actively seek out customers in store Remain knowledgeable on products offered and discuss available options
Handle returns of merchandise Team up with co-workers to ensure proper customer service
Build productive trust relationships with customers.
Housekeeping
Mrs D Erasmus (Employer)
Perform a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing
Ensure all rooms are cared for and inspected according to standards
Protect equipment and make sure there are no inadequacies
Notify superiors on any damages, deficits and disturbances
Deal with reasonable complaints/requests with professionalism and patience Check stocking levels of all consumables and replace when appropriate
Adhere strictly to rules regarding health and safety and be aware of any company-related practices.
Housekeeping (Part-time)
Sweepsouth
Perform a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing
Ensure all rooms are cared for and inspected according to standards
Protect equipment and make sure there are no inadequacies
Notify superiors on any damages, deficits and disturbances
Deal with reasonable complaints/requests with professionalism and patience Check stocking levels of all consumables and replace when appropriate
Adhere strictly to rules regarding health and safety and be aware of any company-related practices.
General Worker
Chicken Licken
Responsible for answering and taking phone orders
Placed clean dishes, utensils, or cooking equipment in storage areas
Maintained kitchen work areas in clean and orderly condition
Trained new employees, ensured quality service and product, translated orders to limited English speakers, checked off employee's work to make sure things were done correctly
Responsible for overseeing restaurant and completing early morning duties to prepare for next shift
Sorted and removed trash, placing it in designated pickup areas
Cleaned or prepared various foods for cooking or serving
Able to quickly build rapport with customers and ensure their repeat business
Took orders via telephone and in person
Received payments and made change.
Student Teacher
Umkhumbane Secondary School
Develop lesson plans and activities to meet the educational needs of students
Instruct students in a variety of subjects, such as language, history, business studies, and social sciences
Assess student performance and progress to ensure they are meeting educational standards
Provide feedback to students, parents, and school administrators on student progress
Develop and implement classroom management strategies to ensure a safe and productive learning environment
Collaborate with other teachers, staff, and administrators to develop and implement curriculum
Integrate technology into the classroom to enhance student learning
Organize and supervise field trips, school events, and other activities
Maintain accurate records of student progress and attendance
Participate in professional development activities to stay current on educational trends
Communicate with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and address any concerns.
Personal Assistant (Voluntary)
TS Masuku
Typing Arranging meetings and taking minutes Managing diaries Arranging travel Dealing with enquiries Taking phone calls Ordering stationery Dealing with post and emails Creating and updating spreadsheets and databases Processing claims using software
Sales Representative
Brazilia Group
Greets customers and makes them feel comfortable
Interacts with customers, helping and responding to queries about products and purchases
Provides recommendations according to customer needs or preferences
Locates merchandise for customers and places orders, where necessary Introduces promotions and new products to customers
Handles refunds, exchanges and returns
Documents sales by updating customer records
Stays up to date with sales trends for better service and achievement of sales
Alerts the management of potential security issues
Go the extra mile to drive sales
Cross sell products Team up with co-workers to ensure proper customer service
Build productive trust relationships with customers.
Education
Bachelor of Education -
University of South Africa
07.2024
Grade 12 -
Phathwa High School
01.2016
Skills
Hard work
Teamwork
Ability to work independently
Ability to work under pressure
Verbal communication
Written communication
Computer skills
Report writing skills
Problem-solving
Analysis
Decision making
Resilience
Engaging diversity
Influencing
Drive
Energy
Excellent orientation
Ethical behaviour
Building relationships
Customer responsiveness
Organizational awareness
Presentation skills
Cash Handling
Customer Service
Customer Assistance
Product Recommendations
Written and verbal communication
Conflict Resolution
Order Taking
Tertiary
University of South Africa, 2018 till date, Bachelor of Education