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MELANIE KOTSEROGLOU
PERSONAL INFORMATION
D.O.B: 16 MARCH 1987
NATIONALITY: BRITISH & AMERICAN CITIZENSHIP
ADDRESS: AL SAHAB TOWER, DUBAI MARINA
PHONE: 0555119770
EMAIL: mkots80@hotmail.com
LANGUAGES: BILINGUAL ENGLISH & GREEK
PERSONAL STATEMENT
Being exposed to the working environment from a young age has taught me the
importance of self-reliance and has shaped me into a determined individual. My
abilities to communicate, organize and set a good example are paramount in the
work place today and I have relished challenges that have come my way. I am an
energetic open minded, positive team player with an excellent work ethic and
ambition to reach my full potential.
QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION
2005-2008 BA Film Studies & Sociology (2:2)
Northumbria University, Newcastle, England
1999-2005 Strathallan School
Perth, Scotland
WORK EXPERIENCE
Dec 2009 - Present Emirates Airline Cabin Crew, Dubai
Emirates Airline is a cosmopolitan, prestigious airline and was named best airline
worldwide (Business Traveler ME Awards). During my time with the airline I have
progressed to working in the first class cabin and have also been selected to be
the face of Emirates at high profile events in Dubai and abroad.
Responsibilities
Providing high end service to a global customer base
Attention to detail
Ensure safety and company regulations are met
Provide and ensure the safety and comfort of customers on board
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Skills
Ability to work under pressure and adapt to different or unusual situations
Flexible and dependable
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Cultural sensitivity and ability to build a rapport with a diverse workforce in a
multicultural environment
Strong organizational skills
Leadership skills
First Aider
Jul 2008 - Dec 2008 Marketing & Sales Officer, UK, (Temporary)
Talk Talk - National Telecommunications Company to businesses and consumers
in the United Kingdom.
Responsibilities
Assisting in the layout design of events
Responsibility of the planning, creation and organizing of stands
Selling TV and Broadband packages
Communicate to the general public including business development and branding
Evaluate and suggest improvements
Skills
Excellent organization and time management
Reaching sales targets
Identifying customers needs
Enhancing customers experience
Ability to discuss and propose new ideas and concepts
Dec 2003- Jun 2008 Hospitality/Catering/Retail, UK
Responsibilities & Skills
Throughout this time (School holidays/University) I worked at a variety of
restaurants, bars, catering companies and shops.
Serving customers
Setting up for events/parties
Sales
PR
Responsibility of opening and closing shop
Interests & Achievements
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Sport
Greek National Hockey Team (2002-2003)
U18 Scottish National Hockey Team (2004- 2005)
Vice Captain 1st XI Hockey Team, Strathallan School (2005)
Positions of Responsibility
Head of Woodlands House, Strathallan School (2005)
School Prefect, Strathallan School (2005)
Interests
Travelling, Cooking, Sports, Films
*References available on request