SEMIRA YOHANNES DEBRU
Calgary, AB 587-***-**** **********@*****.***
SUMMARY OF QUALIFCATIONS
6+ years of experience in customer service Front-Line Customer Service Training
MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook Point of Sale (POS) system
Physically fit and able to work for long hours
Healthy and capable of lifting heavy objects up to 50 Ibs Gains knowledge quickly and follows safety instructions
Simultaneously processes payments and returns, organizes merchandise, and satisfies customers
Collaborative team player with service-focused mindset
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Restaurant Service Host & Waitress Bulange View Hotel, Uganda May 2018 – Jul 2019
Maintained a fast speed of service, especially during rush times
Delivered friendly and efficient service by suggesting menu items and educating guests about preparation methods for each item to ensure a pleasant dining experience
Fostered repeat business and a clientele of regular restaurant patrons
Frequently assisted colleagues during rush periods to foster / promote teamwork while providing exceptional service to 30+ visitors/day, like 15 visitors each.
Appropriately suggested additional items to customers to increase restaurant sales
Housekeeper Bulange View Hotel, Uganda Sept 2017 – Jun 2018
Ensured all rooms are clean and neat to the company’s and client’s expectation
Provided superior guest service by positively interacting with guests and acting upon opportunities to assist
Conducted inventory to ensure adequate supply is maintained to meet current and future usage requirements
Implemented new cleaning processes and team strategies, reducing necessary man hours by 15 hours per week Sales
Associate Angel Fashion Clothing Store, Uganda Apr 2016 – May 2017
Provided personalized, premium service by promptly and in professional manner responding to customer questions and concerns Operated cash registers, managing financial transactions
Took initiatives to increase in store sales by solving customer complaints.
Proactively educated myself on product knowledge, campaign promotions and merchandising
Increased customer satisfaction by educating clients about products and maintaining high professional ethics
Receptionist Asmara Palace Hotel, Eritrea Oct 2013 – Mar 2016
Provided outstanding service by acting as the face of the hotel and treating every customer with respect and consideration
Reported any maintenance problems, safety hazards, accidents, or injuries to senior managers
Provided administrative and clerical support; Received and stored mail and packages
Coordinated meetings, catering and room bookings
EDUCATION
Front-Line Customer Service Training Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association, Calgary, AB 2020
High School Diploma 2007