Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION
WHY YOU SHOULD HIRE ME
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Kaitlyn Morris

Auckland

Summary

Passionate art enthusiast with an outgoing bubbly personality. I am adaptable to any work environment and learn new things in a proficient manner. Excellent work ethic is second nature. I bring a bright and charismatic personality to the table. I pride myself in my customer service and visual merchandising skills. Being an independent artist means that utilizing my creative side is where I thrive!

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager & Visual Merchandising

Creative and Brave
08.2023 - Current
  • Company Overview: A small kiwi business selling artwork in various forms by local artists. Alongside supporting a community of innovative and creative individuals.
  • I am very proud of my achievements in this role as I was a top sales person across 5 stores consistently during my time working at creative and brave.
  • My priority responsibilities are customer service, staff rostering, supplier relationships, visual merchandising, invoice /stock admin, and store upkeep.
  • My strength in this role is undoubtedly customer engagement and growing business clientele by creating supplier relationships.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.

Receptionist

Oamaru Poshtel
02.2023 - 03.2023
  • My responsibilities included, taking bookings online, over the phone communication, checking in guests, showing them around the unique and quirky parts of the hotel, showcasing historic memorabilia, tending to emails, and monitoring camera security.
  • My confidence shined in this role, being the primary friendly face to greet and assist guests.
  • I gained significant verbal literacy and computer admin skills.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with a diverse clientele through professional demeanor and excellent interpersonal skills.

Cafe Assistant & Key holder

Summerset Monterey Park
10.2019 - 12.2021
  • Committed and dedicated employee for over 3 years.
  • Duties included, opening and closing the cafe, front of house, preparing all cafe food, delegation of staff tasks, training new staff members, being the supervising barista and weekend manager.
  • Supported daily operations by performing cash handling responsibilities accurately and efficiently.
  • Maintained high standards of food safety by adhering to proper storage, preparation, and serving guidelines.
  • Exceeded customer expectations by providing welcoming environment and prompt and friendly service to people of diverse health backgrounds.
  • My range of responsibilities taught me proficient time management and analytical thinking, especially in fast paced environments
  • I formed relationships with the regular elderly customers which became the highlight of my day.

Supervisor

Flippin' Fun Trampoline Park
07.2019 - 11.2019
  • My position consisted of front desk, tramp monitor, and party organizer which was high volume catering and tending to children as well as parents.
  • It required me to work under pressure, show initiative, and leadership.
  • I took pride in the importance of being in charge of children's safety and wellbeing.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • The skill set obtained from this role translates well into any work environment.

Server

Otorohanga Workman's Club
01.2018 - 02.2019
  • During my time in this role I showed initiative, responsibility, and fitted well into a team that was much older than myself. This was an amazing learning experience in which I obtained core hospitality skills.
  • Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables, orders, and varying tasks to high standard.

Skills

  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Familiar and confident with computer applications and POS Systems
  • Staff management and training
  • Employee Rostering
  • Strategic merchandising techniques and creating large product displays
  • Sales Expertise
  • Leadership
  • A knack for organization
  • Reliability
  • Strong Work Ethic

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

  • NCEA Level 3 secondary school graduate
  • Whitecliffe Institute of Fine Arts, 1 year towards fine arts bachelor's degree
  • First Aid training

WHY YOU SHOULD HIRE ME

I work hard and that's a fact, I'm adaptable to any work environment and would make a great asset to your team.

Timeline

Assistant Manager & Visual Merchandising

Creative and Brave
08.2023 - Current

Receptionist

Oamaru Poshtel
02.2023 - 03.2023

Cafe Assistant & Key holder

Summerset Monterey Park
10.2019 - 12.2021

Supervisor

Flippin' Fun Trampoline Park
07.2019 - 11.2019

Server

Otorohanga Workman's Club
01.2018 - 02.2019
Kaitlyn Morris