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Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
References
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Andrena McCarthy

#15 Chelston Gardens Culloden Road, St. Michael

Summary

With over eighteen (18) years' experience in high-level office administrative and managerial support roles, I am a very organized and professional individual, who answers a high level of demands from clients, colleagues and Business Leaders. Flexible and hardworking with the perseverance to succeed while focused on driving productivity by leveraging strong skills in all areas necessary. I give of my best ability in any task assigned and strive to deliver an excellent and commendable result. Multi-tasking in a past faced environment while delivering a high standard of performance has always been a strong point. I am always quick to learn and much time or effort is seldom needed. I'm also desirous to continue my studies and receiving a certified distinction at the highest level in Business Management while gaining a further knowledge in the business world. Also, as a business owner I offer the ability to conceptualize, launch and manage ventures successfully.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Receiving Clerk

Bryden Stokes Limited
04.2022 - Current
  • Schedule containers with Government and all other agencies for unstuffing goods
  • Unstuffing all cargo in a timely manner to avoid demurrage fees and occurring further duties/expenses
  • Inspecting and tagging all goods received
  • Received incoming shipments and checked for accuracy of items and quantity against invoices and purchase orders.
  • Verified that all merchandise was in good condition upon arrival and reported any discrepancies or damages immediately.
  • Updated and maintained reports regarding inbound shipments.
  • Provided assistance in physical inventories as requested by management team members.

Senior Clerk-Cold Storage Department

Bryden Stokes Limited
04.2022 - Current
  • Checking off all inbound and outbound goods to invoices to ensure all levels of accuracy are maintained
  • Maintaining files and recording all transactions
  • Managing the housekeeping and FIFO process in the chiller
  • Lending strong support to the team and Assistant manager
  • Enforcing the importance of safety and best practices with in the work environment
  • Performed daily cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
  • Organized warehouse storage areas by item type and category for easy access and retrieval of products.
  • Monitored stock levels for reordering purposes based on established minimum and maximum thresholds.

Administrative Assistant – Part Time

Argalee Poultry Farms
08.2015 - Current
  • Managing all book keeping and accounts
  • Receiving and documenting all paper work and contracts for the business
  • Placing and receiving orders
  • Preparing invoices and all payments

Administrative Leader

Kentucky Fried Chicken Barbados Limited
02.2004 - Current
  • Receive, screen and place all telephone/conference calls locally/internationally
  • Arrange travel/accommodation for all parties including groups visiting the island
  • Maintained the front desk and reception area
  • Personal assistant to the Managing Director
  • Scheduling, attending and taking minutes in meetings for preparation of reports to management teams locally and internationally
  • Managed the process of customer complaints by resolving and following through with them after grievances
  • Place orders and issue supplies and products to the restaurants internationally/locally
  • Worked hands on with the Marketing and Sales department with in house and outdoor promotions/activities
  • Implemented several team building and training sessions within the organization
  • Worked in the restaurant during peeked periods or when short of staff at very short notice, in all areas to provide a smooth operation

Vault Treasury Officer

Guardsman Barbados Limited
09.2015 - 09.2016
  • Completing and managing all record keeping of all audits for the Vault and Cash Processing Department
  • Receiving and securing all cash and equipment with in the Vault
  • Managing, issuing of equipment and firearms, to the CIT crews
  • Handling all alien couriers receiving and delivering cash or any parcel to GBL while verifying everything was correct in a fast and efficient manner
  • Making sure all Daily and monthly reports for GBL and First Caribbean Bank were completed and submitted before or by deadline
  • Following through to make sure all checks and balances of the vault were completed and corresponding with those of all customers
  • Giving lunch breaks to the Operation Department or giving assistance in that area whenever required
  • Assisting with counting of daily cash from our customers in Cash Deposit Processing in the instance the department was short or had timely deadline/target to make
  • Held the responsibility of Supervising the Cash Deposit Processing
  • Assist with the planning of social activities for the company for staff

Supervisor

Channell Supermarket
06.2006 - 12.2008
  • Opening/closing the establishment before and after business hours
  • Issuing cashier floats and ensuring the shift runs efficiently and productively
  • Discipline all staff members accordingly
  • Set daily targets and assure all are met
  • Place orders and receive all products necessary
  • Resolving all staff and customer grievances with a sense of urgency fairly

Dental Assistant

Gentle Dentistry for Children
06.2004 - 05.2006
  • Scheduling all patient appointment
  • Receiving and screening all medical patients visiting the clinic
  • Assisting with all minor clinical duties and sanitizing all equipment and tools accordingly
  • Handling all emergencies while gaining firsthand knowledge of the role of a Dentist
  • Making sure all tools for each service were readily available, paying special attention to each patient needs individually

Education

Event Planning and Management - Diploma Computer Science

University of The West Indies
09-2010

Office Management -

BIMAP
01.2006

Office Administration -

Barbados Vocational Training Board
01.2004

CXC Gained - English Language General, English Literature General, Food and Nutrition General, Home Management General, Mathematics General, Spanish Basic

Christ Church Foundation Secondary School
01.2003

Diploma - Office Administration/Management, Event Planning/Management

BIMAP

Skills

  • Punctual
  • Flexible
  • Exceptional Customer Service
  • Superb interpersonal skills
  • Reliable
  • Efficient
  • Dedicated team player
  • Team leader
  • Works well under pressure
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Excel proficiency
  • Power Point proficiency
  • Effective communication
  • Knowledge in cross-functional duties

Accomplishments

  • Receive verbal compliments and recognition for strong attention to detail, exemplary customer service and team leadership/winning attitude.
  • Successfully planned and executed corporate meetings, lunches and special events and training sessions for groups and employees locally and internationally.
  • Gained firsthand knowledge working with an International Franchise fast food chain such as Customer Service, Hospitality and Management skills.
  • Excelled to the Human Resources Department where I assisted in many areas including the interview process, screening and employing productive candidates to the organization.
  • Gained great experience while working with a strong and dedicated Marketing team.
  • Obtaining firsthand knowledge of gun and ammunition safety. Learning how to use a firearm.

References

  • Ms. Lisa Davis, Managing Director, Kentucky Fried Chicken, 836-5302, 537-8888
  • Mr. Peter Samuels, Business Unit Manager, Armstrong Agencies, 268-5442, 426-2767

Timeline

Receiving Clerk

Bryden Stokes Limited
04.2022 - Current

Senior Clerk-Cold Storage Department

Bryden Stokes Limited
04.2022 - Current

Vault Treasury Officer

Guardsman Barbados Limited
09.2015 - 09.2016

Administrative Assistant – Part Time

Argalee Poultry Farms
08.2015 - Current

Supervisor

Channell Supermarket
06.2006 - 12.2008

Dental Assistant

Gentle Dentistry for Children
06.2004 - 05.2006

Administrative Leader

Kentucky Fried Chicken Barbados Limited
02.2004 - Current

Event Planning and Management - Diploma Computer Science

University of The West Indies

Office Management -

BIMAP

Office Administration -

Barbados Vocational Training Board

CXC Gained - English Language General, English Literature General, Food and Nutrition General, Home Management General, Mathematics General, Spanish Basic

Christ Church Foundation Secondary School

Diploma - Office Administration/Management, Event Planning/Management

BIMAP
Andrena McCarthy