- Committed to improving personal fitness through regular participation at Body Fit Training
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Spending quality time with my Partner and our 2 dogs
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Crafting and DIY Projects
Samantha Howarth
Mount Barker
Summary
I am a highly motivated individual with many years experience in the management of a highly motivated team, involving sales, production and delivery. As a Director of a company with more than30 people, I have the skills and experience to bring out the best in my team to achieve the company KPI's. I really enjoy working in a busy team environment, where my social skills can be put to good use. To achieve a great outcome for all.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Artist
Stained Glass Centre
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Glass & Mirror cutter
- Soldering technique
- Tiffany copper foiler
- Fused glass experience
- Teacher to craft classes
- Gift shop customer service & experience
- Designed custom artwork for clients, meeting their creative vision and ensuring satisfaction with the final product.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
Small Business Owner
Stuarts Foods Ltd
07.1994 - 05.2021
- Food preparation manager
- Stock control
- Team inductions & training
- HR role & Payroll
- Health & Safety Manager
- Health & Safety training
- Food Safety accreditation documentation
- First Aid
- Office Administration
- Open & Close the property
- Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
- Enhanced company reputation by consistently delivering exceptional service quality to customers.
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Implemented safety protocols, maintaining a clean and hazard-free work environment for employees.
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance checks, ensuring optimal functionality and reducing downtime.
- Improved employee morale by creating a positive workplace culture focused on teamwork and collaboration.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Increased employee awareness on food safety practices by conducting regular training sessions and workshops.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Ceramics & Glass
University of Birmingham
01.1994
Skills
- Customer service
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Patience and persistence
- Excellent attention to detail
- Fast learner
- Highly dependable
- strong work ethic
Certification
- Level3 Award in Food Safety Supervisor Issued by The Safer Food Group Issued on2017-01
- Level3 Award Risk assessment and Practice Issued by Chartered Institute of Environmental Health Issued on2016-07
- Advanced diploma in Nutrition and Weight Management Issued by Future Fit Training Issued on2017-08
- Health and Wellbeing Issued by High Speed Training Issued on2018-07 Designed to help Managers and supervisors to understand how to design and implement an effective workplace well-being strategy
- Fire Safety Awareness Issued by High Speed Training Issued on2019-05
- Fire Warden Training Issued by High Speed Training Expired2023-06 High-quality interactive training course that teaches the learner how to fulfill their role as a fire warden
- Full Drivers Licence Issued by South Australia Valid until2025-09
Interests
Timeline
Artist
Stained Glass Centre
08.2021 - 03.2023
Small Business Owner
Stuarts Foods Ltd
07.1994 - 05.2021
- Level3 Award in Food Safety Supervisor Issued by The Safer Food Group Issued on2017-01
- Level3 Award Risk assessment and Practice Issued by Chartered Institute of Environmental Health Issued on2016-07
- Advanced diploma in Nutrition and Weight Management Issued by Future Fit Training Issued on2017-08
- Health and Wellbeing Issued by High Speed Training Issued on2018-07 Designed to help Managers and supervisors to understand how to design and implement an effective workplace well-being strategy
- Fire Safety Awareness Issued by High Speed Training Issued on2019-05
- Fire Warden Training Issued by High Speed Training Expired2023-06 High-quality interactive training course that teaches the learner how to fulfill their role as a fire warden
- Full Drivers Licence Issued by South Australia Valid until2025-09
Bachelor of Arts - Ceramics & Glass
University of Birmingham
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