Patricia Rabbett

trab2907@gmail.com 07792995919
39 Turner Avenue Cranbrook Kent TN17 3BX

PERSONAL STATEMENT

I have good communication skills allowing me to meet new people with confidence. I am able to work as
part of a team as well as working independently. I work well under pressure, am accurate and detailed in
my work, with flexibility to turn my knowledge to many tasks. I am well spoken and have excellent
customer service. I also have knowledge of basic computer skills which I am looking to expand on in the
future through work or any courses necessary
I have a clean driving licence and have been driving for 21 years

WORK EXPERIENCE

Sainsburys - Tonbridge - Office/admin 1985 to 1987

Cashing up the days takings
Processing wages
Filing and general office duties
General customer service including answering the telephone

Hoopers Tunbridge wells - Office assistant 1987 to 1991

General accounts and office duties
Created invoices for customers own store accounts
Cashing up and banking takings from each department on a daily basis
General customer service and dealing with any enquiries regarding finances

Cranbrook Post Office/Welcome Stores Cranbrook - Post Office Clerk 1991 to present
Retail Assistant 2001 to present
All duties associated with running a post office counter, having communication with the public on all
levels, handling UK and Foreign currencies and processing passport applications for the Check and
Send service provided. Dealing with the courier service within the Post Office both nationally and
internationally
I have the responsibility of locking/unlocking and being the key holder and am on hand if required for
any alarm issues
I have been trained in a new Post Office computer system which I found easy to adapt to and am always
willing to learn new skills

I am adept at using the till including the processing of credit cards. I have day to day contact with the
general public. Offloading any deliveries for the store and allocating them to their correct position within
the store. Stock rotating is a very important part of the job, to ensure that all items for sale are within
date and in good condition.
Working on the shop floor involves being aware of Health & Safety issues particularly making sure any
spillages are dealt with immediately for customers safety and making sure that any objects are clear of
the customers
All members of staff are responsible for cashing up their till at the end of each shift and ensuring that
everything is in order
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EDUCATION

Attended Sandown Court Secondary School - Tunbridge Wells

GCSE
English
Maths
Biology
Geography
Art
Home Economics
History
PERSONAL INTERESTS

I enjoy travelling and have recently started going abroad for holidays. I like to read and listen to music,
enjoy meals out with family and friends, and the occasional trip to the theatre.
I have two children at home 12 and 15 years old who are largely independent and are at schools locally.

REFERENCES

References are available on request from my current employer Geoff Crouch who is available on 01580
714410 and also Clare Stock on 07872 451 413 or clarestock@tiscali.co.uk