CIARA GAZZIGNATO
carshalton
Summary
I am an energetic, confident, hard working person who strives to attain a high standard at any given task. I am comfortable in new situations and remain calm when under pressure. I have good communication skills and I am capable of relating to a wide range of people. I enjoy learning new things and trying out new challenges.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Christmas temp sales assistant
Iceland overseas supermarket
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
12.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted customers with product selections and inquiries.
- Processed transactions accurately at the point of sale.
- Maintained store organization and cleanliness throughout the sales floor.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise and ensured proper placement.
Shop Assistant
Iceland overseas supermarket
Tenerife
02.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries.
- Operated cash register, processing customer purchases with accuracy and efficiency.
- Executed customer transactions accurately at cash register.
- Stocked shelves, maintaining product availability to enhance shopping experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of store displays.
Fitness & childcare entertainer
Klan Entertainment Company
Tenerife
03.2019 - 07.2022
- Provided both fitness and game activities for guests
- Provided childcare in the mini club, creating fun games and activities for children
- Created and performed engaging performances on stage on stage in front of large audiences.
- Engaged with audience members during performances to enhance entertainment experience.
All round entertainer
Compostela Beach Golf & Coral Alisios
Tenerife
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Executed role of animator, facilitating kids club events, daily fun activities, pool activities, and choreographing evening entertainment shows to enhance guest enjoyment.
- Engaged guests through dynamic performances and interactive entertainment activities, fostering memorable experiences.
- Executed the role of an animator, facilitating kids club events, daily fun activities, daily pool activities, and choreographing evening entertainment shows.
- Collaborated with team members to develop creative entertainment programs that elevated overall guest satisfaction.
Fitness entertainer
Best jacaranda
Tenerife
11.2017 - 12.2017
- Led activities including stretching, yoga, pilates, aquagym, aqua zumba, and step to enhance participant engagement and fitness. Coordinated costume organization for dance shows and instructed the team in choreography.
All round entertainer
Labranda isla bonita
Tenerife
06.2017 - 11.2017
- Entertained guests through lively performances and engaging activities.
- Choreographed new shows, taught dance routines to team members, and managed costumes, ensuring high-quality performances and cohesive production.
- Created enjoyable experiences for guests through entertaining performances. through lively performances and engaging activities.
- Organized daily entertainment schedules to enhance guest enjoyment. schedules for optimal guest enjoyment.
- Worked as a fitness animator which involved me taking care of all the fitness activities such as stretching ,pilates and yoga as well as aqua gym and aqua Zumba.
All round entertainer
Iberostar anthelia
Tenerife
04.2017 - 05.2017
- As an all-round entertainer I had to Facilitated various recreational activities for participants such as ping pong, darts, aquagym, water bike, stretching and loads more as well as having to be in the mini club to Led engaging activities for children in the mini club setting. in the evening I had to Performed evening entertainment activities including mini disco such as mini disco, public relations and dance shows.
- Coordinated interactive games and activities, significantly enhancing guest experience.
- Collaborated with team members to prepare and execute themed events and shows, fostering a cohesive entertainment environment.
VIP waitress/ scanner girl/promoter
The viper rooms nightclub
Kingston upon Thames
08.2016 - 04.2017
- Provided exceptional service to VIP guests in a high-energy nightclub environment.
- Engaged with guests to build rapport and encourage repeat visits.
- Handled guest inquiries and resolved issues promptly and professionally.
- Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment under pressure.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of VIP sections throughout the night.
Animator
Laura Beach Hotel – Cyprus
Paphos
07.2016 - 08.2016
- Day time duties included water aerobics, Zumba, yoga, stretching, Facilitated daily quiz sessions to engage participants and encourage social interaction, shuffleboard, killer darts, Facilitated activities for children at kids club
- Evening duties included show performances twice a week including Grease and Chicago Rouge, mini disco, bingo, PR work with the guests, helping set up and promoting outside acts.
Early years practitioner
Little Apples Day Nursery
South Croydon
08.2015 - 04.2016
- Allocated to pre-school, toddler, or baby room, primarily working in baby and toddler rooms while providing support in other rooms.
- Read stories, observed playtime, ensured safe environment, encouraged healthy eating, fed children, facilitated nap time, and assisted with art, music, dance, and physical education activities.
- Organized engaging activities to promote children's social and cognitive development.
- Fostered nurturing environment to support diverse learning styles and individual needs.
Food and Beverage Attendant
Chessington World of Adventures
Chessington
05.2015 - 10.2015
- Escorted customers to seats, took food and drink orders, and prepared food to enhance dining experience.
- Delivered exceptional customer service in food and beverage areas, contributing to guest satisfaction and repeat business.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining and service areas.
- Assisted with food preparation and presentation for events, ensuring timely and appealing service.
Work experience
Health & Social Care Work Placement
Roundshaw
- St Elpheges Catholic Infant and Junior School
- Gained hands-on experience in health and social care at nursery in St Elphege's School. Engaged children through play, facilitated circle time activities, organized music sessions, and read stories to foster a safe and enjoyable environment.
Education
BTEC Level 3 Diploma - Dance including: Musical Theatre, Performance, Choreography, Ballet, Tap, Contemporary, Urban
Richmond upon Thames College
11 GCSE'S - English and Maths
St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls
Skills
- Performance skills
- Time management
- Work well under pressure
- Work well in a team and & individually
- Dependability and reliability
- Creative thinking
Languages
- English
- Spanish
- Italian
Timeline
Christmas temp sales assistant
Iceland overseas supermarket
12.2024 - 01.2025
Shop Assistant
Iceland overseas supermarket
02.2023 - 09.2023
Fitness & childcare entertainer
Klan Entertainment Company
03.2019 - 07.2022
All round entertainer
Compostela Beach Golf & Coral Alisios
01.2018 - 02.2019
Fitness entertainer
Best jacaranda
11.2017 - 12.2017
All round entertainer
Labranda isla bonita
06.2017 - 11.2017
All round entertainer
Iberostar anthelia
04.2017 - 05.2017
VIP waitress/ scanner girl/promoter
The viper rooms nightclub
08.2016 - 04.2017
Animator
Laura Beach Hotel – Cyprus
07.2016 - 08.2016
Early years practitioner
Little Apples Day Nursery
08.2015 - 04.2016
Food and Beverage Attendant
Chessington World of Adventures
05.2015 - 10.2015
11 GCSE'S - English and Maths
St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls
BTEC Level 3 Diploma - Dance including: Musical Theatre, Performance, Choreography, Ballet, Tap, Contemporary, Urban
Richmond upon Thames College
Work experience
Health & Social Care Work Placement