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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, MB
06.2000

High school diploma or GED - undefined

Neelin High School
Brandon, MB
06.1998

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
Chantal Currah