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Mary Mametse

Mary Mametse

Magdeline
PRETORIA

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in office administration and customer service, notably with South African Airways. Excelled in maintaining confidentiality, enhancing team morale, and streamlining processes, demonstrating proficiency in MS Office and administrative support. Achieved significant improvements in customer satisfaction and operational efficiency, showcasing exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Administrator

Busy Corner Internet Cafe
PRETORIA
11.2015 - Current

Provided exceptional customer service to both internal and external stakeholders through prompt response times and thorough issue resolution efforts.

  • Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
  • Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
  • Managed +-100 people walk inns
  • Retrieving and responding to emails

Breakfast Server

Hampton Inn By Hilton
09.2013 - 01.2015
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure accurate and timely delivery of menu items.
  • Greeted guests and seated promptly, providing special accommodation for handicapped diners and small children.
  • Kept up-to-date knowledge on current menu offerings, including daily specials and seasonal changes.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing multiple tables simultaneously.
  • Supported needs of +- 10 person wait staff who attended to specific needs of countless customers daily for daily restaurant with social relevancy and intentionality.
  • Maintained a clean and organized dining area, contributing to a positive guest experience.
  • Ensured prompt table turnover by efficiently clearing dishes upon guest completion.
  • Continuously sought opportunities for professional development through attending workshops or seeking feedback from peers.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally, demonstrating commitment to excellent customer service.
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture by supporting fellow team members during peak times and stepping in as needed for various tasks.
  • Consistently met or exceeded sales targets by upselling additional menu items and beverages.
  • Streamlined breakfast setup, ensuring a timely and efficient dining experience for guests.
  • Developed rapport with regular customers, fostering loyalty and repeat business.
  • Actively participated in pre-shift meetings to discuss goals, challenges, and expectations for each shift.
  • Efficiently managed high-volume breakfast service, maintaining consistent quality and speed of service.
  • Participated in inventory management, helping maintain adequate stock levels of food supplies and tableware.
  • Assisted in training new team members on proper serving techniques and restaurant policies, promoting consistent service standards.
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction by providing exceptional service during breakfast hours.
  • Implemented effective communication strategies with team members during busy shifts for optimal workflow efficiency.
  • Worked closely with the host staff to accommodate special seating requests or large parties.
  • Provided personalized attention to guests'' dietary restrictions, ensuring an enjoyable dining experience for all patrons.
  • Ensured adherence to food safety regulations through proper food handling practices and sanitation procedures.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations.
  • Maintained clean and safe work environment.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Served meals to customers according to established guidelines.
  • Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
  • Refilled beverage glasses, cleared and reset tables, and stocked service areas.
  • Replenished condiments and other supplies at tables and service bars.
  • Processed customer payments to accurately record transactions.
  • Assisted customers in selecting menu items, answering questions and providing general information.
  • Arranged food, utensils and condiments on trays to serve meals with necessary items.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
  • Supervised dining table set-up to prepare for diversity of event types, following strict service standards.
  • Added food items, beverages, and utensils to trays and immediately delivered to correct rooms.
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices.
  • Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
  • Supervised set up of banquet food stations and coordinated service to multiple dining areas.
  • Asked diners about meals to assess satisfaction and collect vital feedback to improve operations.
  • Assessed meal preparation to check creation of special orders and cooking procedures.
  • Monitored staff money handling for suspicious behaviors like card skimming.
  • Supported needs of 1-50 person wait staff who attended to specific needs of countless customers daily for [Type] restaurant with social relevancy and intentionality.

Senior Cabin Crew Member

South African Airways
Kempton Park
11.2000 - 01.2013
  • Maintained strict adherence to safety regulations, ensuring the well-being of passengers and crew members during flights.
  • Coordinated seamless boarding processes by working closely with ground staff, expediting departure times without compromising service quality or safety standards.
  • Boosted overall team morale through effective leadership techniques that fostered a positive work environment among crew members.
  • Conducted thorough inspections of aircraft cabins before takeoff, identifying potential hazards or maintenance needs promptly.
  • Ensured compliance with all airline policies and regulatory requirements related to cabin operations during flights.
  • Managed inventory levels of onboard supplies, minimizing waste while maintaining adequate stock for each flight''s requirements.
  • Played an integral role in perfecting brand image through adherence to uniform guidelines and professional demeanor at all times while interacting with passengers.
  • Greeted passengers, assisted with carry-on baggage storage and delivered onboard announcements.
  • Verified aircraft and passenger compliance with policies, regulations, and safety guidance.
  • Served beverages and food items from refreshment carts and provided information about in-flight offerings to passengers.
  • Ensured safety and comfort of customers onboard aircraft.
  • Demonstrated proper use of safety equipment and seatbelts to inform and educate passengers prior to takeoff.
  • Answered passenger questions and provided solutions to issues arising during flights.
  • Assisted passengers with disabilities by providing wheelchairs and supporting throughout airport to provide excellent customer service.
  • Relayed updates and information to passengers after confirming key details with pilot.
  • Collected trash, tidied up aisles and wiped down surfaces during and in between flights to keep cabin clean.
  • Clearly explained and demonstrated safety and emergency procedures to passengers prior to takeoff.
  • Monitored cabin during flights and responded to passenger inquiries or issues.
  • Responded to passenger emergencies to provide first aid.
  • Performed pre-flight cabin checks to maintain operational safety equipment.
  • Assisted passengers in boarding and deplaning aircraft.
  • Used excellent customer service skills in addressing passengers' needs.
  • Welcomed passengers aboard and provided overview of safety procedures.
  • Answered passengers' questions about flight, aircraft and destination.

Call Center Representative

South African Airways
Kempton Park
10.1997 - 11.2000
  • Managed high call volumes while providing exceptional customer support and maintaining professional composure.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Reduced average call handling time, ensuring prompt service to customers while maintaining quality interactions.
  • Managed approximately 30 incoming calls,emails and faxes per day from customers
  • Handled escalated calls professionally, effectively resolving complex issues and ensuring client satisfaction at all times.
  • Established trust with clients by accurately addressing their concerns and offering appropriate resolutions based on their needs.
  • Provided personalized assistance to clients, fostering strong relationships and promoting brand loyalty.
  • Developed rapport with customers through empathetic listening skills, creating positive experiences even during difficult conversations.
  • Effectively communicated complex information in a digestible format for callers of varying levels of technical understanding.
  • Identified upselling opportunities to increase revenue generation.
  • Improved first-call resolution rates with thorough issue analysis and effective problem-solving techniques.
  • Collaborated with team members to share best practices and improve overall team performance in meeting targets.
  • Streamlined call flow processes for more efficient response times and increased productivity.
  • Mastered multiple software systems for seamless navigation during calls, improving efficiency and reducing hold times for customers.
  • Participated in ongoing training and development, staying current on company policies, products, and procedures to deliver accurate information to customers.
  • Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, streamlining communication efforts between various departments.
  • Met customer call guidelines for service levels, handle time and productivity.
  • Delivered consistent top-notch performance under pressure during peak calling hours or challenging situations.
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
  • Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
  • Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
  • Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
  • Promptly responded to inquiries and requests from prospective customers.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
  • Exceeded monthly performance metrics consistently, contributing to the success of the call center operations.
  • Mentored new hires as they navigated our systems and protocols, fostering teamwork within the call center.
  • Educated customers about billing, payment processing and support policies and procedures.
  • Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
  • Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
  • Developed highly empathetic client relationships and earned reputation for exceeding service standard goals.
  • Provided excellent customer care by responding to requests, assisting with product selection and handling ordering functions.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
  • Collaborated with staff members to enhance customer service experience and exceed team goals through effective client satisfaction rates.
  • Optimized customer support by establishing collaborative service environments through targeted operational initiatives.
  • Increased efficiency and team productivity by promoting operational best practices.
  • Followed-through on all critical inter-departmental escalations to increase customer retention rates.
  • Created and maintained detailed database to develop promotional sales.
  • Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy, and resolving problems swiftly.
  • Sought ways to improve processes and services provided.
  • Trained new personnel regarding company operations, policies and services.
  • Enhanced productivity levels by anticipating needs and delivering outstanding support.
  • Increased efficiency and performance by monitoring team member productivity and providing feedback.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
  • Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
  • Implemented and developed customer service training processes.
  • Trained staff on operating procedures and company services.
  • Resolved associate, tool and service delivery issues revealed by statistical reports.
  • Recommended, selected and helped locate and obtain out-of-stock product based on customer requests.
  • Cross-trained and provided backup support for organizational leadership.
  • Cross-trained and backed up other customer service managers.
  • Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by mopping floors, emptying trash cans and wiping down surfaces.
  • Collected and returned unpurchased or returned items to correct shelf locations and arranged displays to promote sales.
  • Bolstered customer retention by creating and offering unique discount options and inspiring interest in new product lines.
  • Reduced process inconsistencies and effectively trained team members on best practices and protocols.
  • Investigated and resolved accounting, service and delivery concerns.
  • Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations and maintained adequate cash supply.
  • Identified and resolved discrepancies and errors in customer accounts.
  • Calculated correct order totals, updated accounts, and maintained detailed records for inventory management.

Customer Service Representative

South African Airways
Kempton Park
11.1993 - 10.1997
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
  • Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, ensuring proper follow-up and resolution of issues.
  • Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
  • Developed rapport with customers through active listening skills, leading to higher retention rates and positive feedback from clients.
  • Assisted customers in navigating company website and placing online orders, improving overall user experience.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop best practices for consistent customer service delivery.
  • Exceeded performance metrics consistently, earning recognition as a top performer within the team.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to new hires, contributing to their successful integration into the team.
  • Addressed customer inquiries to ensure satisfaction and foster positive service experience.
  • Resolved escalated customer issues, restoring confidence in company's commitment to service excellence.
  • Developed feedback system for customers to share their service experience, leading to actionable improvements.
  • Maintained detailed records of customer interactions and transactions, ensuring accurate documentation and follow-up.
  • Customized support strategies for high-priority clients to ensure their specific needs were met.
  • Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, contributing to comprehensive database for future reference.
  • Led quarterly customer service meetings to review performance and set goals for improvement.

Education

High School Diploma -

South African College School
Arcardia
01.1992 - 12.1992

Skills

Office administration

Customer service

MS office

Administrative support

Computer

Leadership

Interpersonal communication

Timeline

Administrator

Busy Corner Internet Cafe
11.2015 - Current

Breakfast Server

Hampton Inn By Hilton
09.2013 - 01.2015

Senior Cabin Crew Member

South African Airways
11.2000 - 01.2013

Call Center Representative

South African Airways
10.1997 - 11.2000

Customer Service Representative

South African Airways
11.1993 - 10.1997

High School Diploma -

South African College School
01.1992 - 12.1992
Mary MametseMagdeline