Summary
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Work History
Education
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Gail Tshuma

Gail Tshuma

Receptionist
Johannesburg

Summary

Friendly Receptionist with background in various office settings. Knowledgeable about security, service and clerical requirements. Takes on multiple simultaneous tasks with excellent time management abilities and resourceful approach.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
4031
4031
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Receptionist

Genius Premium Tuition
07.2019 - 12.2023


  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
  • Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.
  • Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
  • Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
  • Provided administrative support to staff members by handling correspondence, filing documents, and managing office supplies inventory.
  • Welcomed customers with friendly greeting, answered general questions, gathered nature of visit and directed to specific offices.
  • Assistant to Managing Director and Education Managers


REASON FOR LEAVING : RETRENCHED

Receptionist

Liquid Gold Trust
01.2016 - 06.2019
  • Efficiently managed client communications via email, telephone, and postal mail
  • Expertly directed incoming calls to appropriate internal personnel and departments, ensuring optimal caller satisfaction
  • Resolved inquiries, issues, and concerns, escalating to management when necessary to maintain high levels of client service
  • Handled the sorting, receipt, and distribution of mail and parcels across departments, streamlining interoffice correspondence
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming reception area, reinforcing a positive company image
  • Provided prompt and courteous assistance to clients, vendors, and the public over the phone
  • Delivered professional and friendly service to greet and assist customers and visitors
  • Supported company operations with clerical tasks, including copying, faxing, and file management
  • Monitored and screened visitors, ensuring secure and authorized access to company personnel


REASON FOR LEAVING : COMPANY CLOSED DOWN

Waitress

Misty Hills Spur
04.2013 - 11.2014
  • Expertly promoted featured beverages and restaurant specials, enhancing guest experiences and boosting sales
  • Efficiently processed transactions, including credit card, cash, and gift certificate payments, ensuring accurate cash handling
  • Knowledgeably described menu items and specials, recommending wine pairings to complement guest selections
  • Successfully upsold premium specialty items, contributing to revenue growth


REASON FOR LEAVING : PERSONAL REASONS

Education

Diploma - MS Office, MS excel, MS Outlook, PowerPoint, MS XP, Emailing, Internet

EWC Germiston

Diploma - Admin, Secretarial and PA

Course Gate

Certificate - Intro to Computers/Information technology

Johannesburg Polytech Institute

Skills

    Data entry

    Telephone skills

    File management

    Office management

    Scheduling

    Administrative support

    Customer/Client relations

    Verbal and written communication

    Meeting preparation

    Calendar management

    Multi-line telephone operation

Background

ID No  : 9403251265085

Driver's License   : Code 10

Own Vehicle

Marital Status : Married 

Dependants  : 2  ( 10 yr & 1 yr old)


References

Dean Cook

Genius Premium Tuition

T: 082 459 2311 /  011 467 9884


Jennifer Pam

Liquid Gold Trust

T:086 727 7708


Gordon Tshulma

Misty Hills Spur

T:083 762 5723


Timeline

Receptionist

Genius Premium Tuition
07.2019 - 12.2023

Receptionist

Liquid Gold Trust
01.2016 - 06.2019

Waitress

Misty Hills Spur
04.2013 - 11.2014

Diploma - Admin, Secretarial and PA

Course Gate

Diploma - MS Office, MS excel, MS Outlook, PowerPoint, MS XP, Emailing, Internet

EWC Germiston

Certificate - Intro to Computers/Information technology

Johannesburg Polytech Institute
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