Shimone Boshoff
Receptionist
Capetown
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.
I am a hardworking, motivated and trustworthy individual. I enjoy new challenges and experiences. I am open to learning new things. I am a fast learner and good at solving problems. I am proud of my achievements and I aim to grow the list further. I am committed to making a difference and improving any organization i work for.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Bar Manager
Capital Bar
Capetown
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
- Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options.
- Strategized plans to increase bar revenue through innovative promotional concepts, specialty drinks and customer-focused events.
- Checked ID cards and verified bar guests were of legal age.
- Handled cash on daily basis, which built trustworthiness and loyalty with owners.
- Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
- Followed all safety requirements for alcohol service and maintained network of available ride services for inebriated customers.
- Polished glassware, bussed tables and removed debris to keep customer areas clean.
- Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Manned V-Slots
Apprentice Hairdresser
The Backstreet Baber For him and Her
Capetown
03.2021 - 04.2021
- Assisted hairdressers with cutting, coloring and styling hair to maintain salon workflow efficiency.
- Sterilized cutting equipment and refilled hair product bottles to assist hair stylists during busy periods.
- Minimized infection risks by using required solutions and procedures to clean and sanitize tools.
- Assisted front desk by answering phone calls, taking appointments and checking clients in.
- Assisted hair stylists with colorwork by applying base colors and toners.
- Freed up stylists to focus on customers by personally handling basic tasks such as restocking supplies.
- Helped get clients' hair ready for treatment by shampooing and conditioning at wash station.
- Offered exceptional service and support to walk-in and scheduled customers.
- Entertained children during cuts to allow guardians to fully focus on appointment services.
Sales Representative
NuSkin
Gauteng
02.2020 - 12.2020
- Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits.
- Organized sales paperwork, presented proposals and finalized contracts.
- Enhanced marketing and sales strategies to increase profitability and develop organizational pipeline.
- Tailored sales approaches and techniques to specific client needs to increase marketing effectiveness.
Administrative Clerk
HLB/CMA/MBA Accountants
Gauteng
02.2020 - 10.2020
- Proofread and edited professional documents to fix errors.
- Input data and processed system change to generate accurate reports.
- Sorted, opened and routed mail and deliveries to meet business requirements.
- Utilized productivity tools to complete tasks and improve performance.
- Performed research and data entry to support operations.
- Generated documents necessary for internal meetings.
- Communicated with customers via phone and email to confirm deliveries and respond to inquiries.
- Effectively supported regular meetings, taking in-depth notes and disseminating minutes to attendees.
- Answered multi-line phone system and transferred callers to appropriate department or staff member.
- Controlled inventory stock levels, reordering as necessary within budget.
- Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
Apprentice Hairdresser
Gary Rom
Gauteng
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Completed basic styles for regular customers by using strong blow-drying and curling abilities.
- Assisted hairdressers with cutting, coloring and styling hair to maintain salon workflow efficiency.
- Consulted with clients on current trends and offered advice on flattering cuts and styles.
- Sterilized cutting equipment and refilled hair product bottles to assist hair stylists during busy periods.
- Minimized infection risks by using required solutions and procedures to clean and sanitize tools.
- Assisted front desk by answering phone calls, taking appointments and checking clients in.
- Assisted hair stylists with colorwork by applying base colors and toners.
- Freed up stylists to focus on customers by personally handling basic tasks such as restocking supplies.
- Helped get clients' hair ready for treatment by shampooing and conditioning at wash station.
- Studied advanced techniques to develop proficiency and better serve customers.
- Answered telephone calls to provide information and schedule new appointments.
- Performed basic housekeeping duties such as sweeping, taking out trash and collecting dirty linens for wash.
- Consistently received positive performance reviews from guests.
Apprentice Hairdresser
Ruimsig Stylist
Gauteng
04.2019 - 07.2019
- Sterilized cutting equipment and refilled hair product bottles to assist hair stylists during busy periods.
- Assisted hairdressers with cutting, coloring and styling hair to maintain salon workflow efficiency.
- Consulted with clients on current trends and offered advice on flattering cuts and styles.
- Minimized infection risks by using required solutions and procedures to clean and sanitize tools.
- Assisted front desk by answering phone calls, taking appointments and checking clients in.
- Assisted hair stylists with colorwork by applying base colors and toners.
- Freed up stylists to focus on customers by personally handling basic tasks such as restocking supplies.
- Helped get clients' hair ready for treatment by shampooing and conditioning at wash station.
- Offered exceptional service and support to walk-in and scheduled customers.
- Entertained children during cuts to allow guardians to fully focus on appointment services.
- Answered telephone calls to provide information and schedule new appointments.
- Performed basic housekeeping duties such as sweeping, taking out trash and collecting dirty linens for wash.
Personal Assistant
Chetanna CC
Gauteng
03.2016 - 02.2019
- Answered phone calls and addressed customer questions and concerns to promote satisfaction and continued business.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
- Provided general administrative support including scheduling meetings, making travel arrangements and managing documentation.
- Attended meetings, took notes and tracked action items.
- Updated spreadsheets and created presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
- Arranged domestic and international travel plans and itineraries.
- Utilized personal and professional networks to identify, acquire and manage new clients.
- Used discretion when handling confidential information.
- Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
Sales Representative
Avon
Gauteng
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
- Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits.
- Organized sales paperwork, presented proposals and finalized contracts.
- Enhanced marketing and sales strategies to increase profitability and develop organizational pipeline.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hoerskool Florida
Gauteng, South-Africa 02.2014 - 12.2018
Level 3 Hairdressing - Hairdressing
Face To Face
Gauteng. South-Africa 02.2019 - 11.2020
Skills
Team Building
Wine and liquor knowledge
Safe food handling
Workflow planning
Active Listening
Problem-Solving
Organization and Time Management
Data Entry
PPE Compliance
Multitasking Abilities
MS Office
Correspondence distribution
Office administration
Customer/Client relations
Organization skills
Multi-line Telephone Systems
Sorting and labeling
Scheduling
Telephone skills
hobbies
Diamond Painting, Painting with acrylic and oil, gaming, knitting, crocheting, reading, making jewelry, amigurumi, DIY, and teaching myself new things everyday.
Timeline
Bar Manager
Capital Bar
06.2021 - 08.2021
Apprentice Hairdresser
The Backstreet Baber For him and Her
03.2021 - 04.2021
Sales Representative
NuSkin
02.2020 - 12.2020
Administrative Clerk
HLB/CMA/MBA Accountants
02.2020 - 10.2020
Apprentice Hairdresser
Gary Rom
08.2019 - 02.2020
Apprentice Hairdresser
Ruimsig Stylist
04.2019 - 07.2019
Level 3 Hairdressing - Hairdressing
Face To Face
02.2019 - 11.2020
Sales Representative
Avon
08.2018 - 01.2019
Personal Assistant
Chetanna CC
03.2016 - 02.2019
High School Diploma -
Hoerskool Florida
02.2014 - 12.2018