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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Languages
Learning language
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Alunga Lamirande Kabuasa

Ottawa,ON

Summary

To join an organization that offers me a constructive workplace for communicating and interacting with people. Whilst maintaining a full or part time position. Seeking professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, ability to communicate efficiently, excellent time management and problem solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Specialist at Don Sigma Corp.

Dr. Michael Yao
10.2021 - 12.2023
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Reduced response time for customer inquiries by streamlining communication processes.
  • Took payment information and other pertinent information such as addresses and phone numbers to place orders.
  • Addressed customer complaints and mitigated dissatisfaction by employing timely and on-point solutions.

Hostess at Milestone

Eric Hatherall
05.2019 - 06.2020
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless.
  • Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
  • Trained new hostesses on customer service best practices and restaurant policies to maintain high standards of service.
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.

Assistant Manager at Aldo Group

Peter Lee
02.2018 - 04.2019
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Email Communication Between Head Office and Store
  • Open/Close Store
  • Ensuring Stores Tidiness
  • Ensuring Customer Satisfaction
  • Shipping/Receiving
  • Cash handling
  • Inventory Management

Smoothie Maker at Booster Juice

Manar Ghamian
06.2016 - 09.2017

My duties as Supervisor included:

  • Open/Close Store
  • Cash Handling
  • Inventory Management
  • Stock Coordination
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, adhering to health department standards for food safety.
  • Educated customers about the nutritional benefits of various ingredients, encouraging healthier choices.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and teamwork with colleagues.
  • Increased efficiency by prepping fruits and vegetables ahead of time for easy access during busy periods.

KOYMAN GALLERIES & DOMINION’S UNITED CHURCH

Karen Millen
02.2013 - 03.2014
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless.
  • Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
  • Assisted managers with quickly resolving service- and food-related issues.

CALDWELL COMMUNITY CENTER

Faffy
06.2013 - 08.2013

• Reception work

• Translate French/English to parents/staff

• Attended workshop on regulation and course of action
• Organized and maintained cleanliness of the center
• Organize and lead daily activities

  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.

Education

MBA - Business Management - Entrepreneurial Enterprise

Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON
01.2020

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft/Powerpoint/Excel/Google Drive
  • Proficient with all Social Media Platforms
  • Fluent in French/English
  • Fast Paced Worker
  • Team Player
  • Great Organizational Skills
  • Punctual
  • Reliable
  • Capable to Work Independently
  • Account Management

Accomplishments

  • Came in 3rd place during a marketing competition hosted by the University of Ottawa in 2016. Over 500 participants were involved.
  • Performed an after school poetry slam in front of large audience at De La Salle theatre.

Languages

French
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Learning language

Language is an area that will never skip my interest. It's something I enjoy looking into even as a hobby. I picked up on German, Arabic, Chinese, Korean, and various African indigenous languages for only leisure purposes. It can be quite entertaining yet very insightful. 

Additional Information

Reference details upon request.

Timeline

Customer Service Specialist at Don Sigma Corp.

Dr. Michael Yao
10.2021 - 12.2023

Hostess at Milestone

Eric Hatherall
05.2019 - 06.2020

Assistant Manager at Aldo Group

Peter Lee
02.2018 - 04.2019

Smoothie Maker at Booster Juice

Manar Ghamian
06.2016 - 09.2017

CALDWELL COMMUNITY CENTER

Faffy
06.2013 - 08.2013

KOYMAN GALLERIES & DOMINION’S UNITED CHURCH

Karen Millen
02.2013 - 03.2014

MBA - Business Management - Entrepreneurial Enterprise

Algonquin College
Alunga Lamirande Kabuasa