Chantal Currah
Hartney,MB
Summary
Assisted in administrative tasks within a fast-paced office environment to support customer service operations in an online retail business. Developed strong communication and organizational skills through 25 years of experience as a hairdresser and business owner. Gained valuable insights into conflict resolution and problem-solving while managing responsibilities as a mixed grain and cattle farm wife for nearly 30 years.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Reception (Seasonal)
Mazergroup
Hartney, MB
07.2025 - Current
- Streamline Front Desk operation to increase efficiency, phone calls, emails, and walk-ins.
- Coordinated communication between departments, enhancing information flow and responsiveness.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impressions.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
- Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
- Corresponded with clients through email, telephone, or postal mail.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
Bookkeeper/ Accountant
Currah Farms
Hartney, MB
01.2015 - Current
- Bookkeeper for mixed grain and 250 cattle farm using online Software such as Microsoft Office and MNP Portal solutions.
- Monthly filing of income, expenses, and deadlines of account for family farm operations.
- Submitting quarterly information online to Federal government regarding farm tax information/ credits and programs.
- Knowledgeable in farm related topics (Grain, cattle, equipment, and lifestyle)
Owner/Stylist
Riverbend Hair Studio
Hartney, MB
11.2005 - Current
- Delivering high quality haircuts, color, highlights and styles to all ages of clientele.
- Facilitated personalized consultations with clients to address hair and scalp concerns.
- Scheduling appointments for over 100 clients.
- Bookkeeping/ budgeting for a small home based business
- Upheld standards of sanitation and sterilization as directed by law of the government of Manitoba
- Implemented administrative system procedures that ensured the organization of the salon.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
Homemaker
Currah Family
Hartney, MB
12.1996 - Current
- Stay at Home Mother of 4.
- Oversaw budget management for a family of six on a family farm.
- Streamlined household chores, appointments, sporting activities and engagement around a husband who works 50+ hours a week.
- Strong cooking/ baking skills to provide hot, fresh, homemade meals everyday for a family of 6.
- Confident using most social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, etc)
Education
Cosmetology (Completed apprenticeship) - undefined
Advance Hairdressing Academy
Brandon, MB06.2000
High school diploma or GED - undefined
Neelin High School
Brandon, MB06.1998
Skills
- Filing
- Bilingual- French
- Microsoft Excel
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- French
- Microsoft Office
- Typing
- Invoicing (Experienced)
- Customer service
- Data entry
- Microsoft Word
- Communication skills
- Administrative experience
Languages
French - Fluent
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Hairstylist license
- June 2000 to Present
- Hairdresser's licence issued by Government of Manitoba
Personal Details
- Highest Level of Education: AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate
- Total years of experience: 25
References
Darren Drummond
Sales Manager-
Mazergroup Hartney
204-264-1212
Shayla Jasper
LPN
Souris Hospital
204-741-0018
Timeline
Reception (Seasonal)
Mazergroup
07.2025 - Current
Bookkeeper/ Accountant
Currah Farms
01.2015 - Current
Owner/Stylist
Riverbend Hair Studio
11.2005 - Current
Homemaker
Currah Family
12.1996 - Current
Cosmetology (Completed apprenticeship) - undefined
Advance Hairdressing Academy
High school diploma or GED - undefined
Neelin High School