Garth Madden

26 Claremont Park, M: 085-1152843

Rahoon, E: garthmadden1995@gmail.com
Galway

PROFILE
Ambitious, enthusiastic individual with a hard working attitude who enjoys taking on
responsibility with a proactive approach. Strong team player developed through my
work, with experience of achieving daily targets and goals to ensure efficiency.
Strong communication and customer facing skills gained through my experience of
working in retail jobs.

WORK EXPERIENCE

11/2018–Present Dunnes Stores,

Terryland Shopping Centre, Headford Road, Galway
Sales Assistant – Fruit and Veg Dept.
 Ensured the fruit and vegetables display areas were up to the standard
 Engaging and communicating with customers on different products offered
 Unloading deliveries and ensuring the quality of stock received meets the
standard of quality
 Involved in the reduction of the sales price of older stock
 Displayed the competency to work both as a team and on my own initiative

04/2018 – 08/2018 DM Logistics

Rahoon, Galway
Courier Driver
 Displayed the ability to work in a fast paced and demanding role as time
restraints had to be met.
 Strategically loading the vehicle with the complete run to ensure efficiency
when delivering products to the required destination.
 Responsible for up to date completion of paperwork needed for specific
deliveries for there destinations.

01/2018 – 14/04/2018 Thermo King

Connolly Avenue, Galway
Product Builder
 Displayed the ability to work in a fast paced and demanding role as time
restraints had to be met daily
 Achieved the daily materials with the trailer line set out by management
 Ensuring that the materials were up to quality requirement before been
shipped.
 Carrying out the unloading process successfully by strategically breaking up
the necessary parts.
 09/2017- 17/01/2018 Henchy’s DayBreak
Rosan Glas, Rahoon, Galway
Sales Assistant
 Ensure displays are stocked, cleaned and up to standard at all times
 Having excellent knowledge of the shop’s stock, ensuring the customers are
informed and fully satisfied when responding to general customer enquiries
 Operating the cash register on a daily basis
 Unloading deliveries and ensuring this quality of stock received meets the
standard of quality
 Responsible for closing the shop on a daily basis and cash up at end of night

EDUCATION
2013 - 2014 Level 5 FETAC I.T. Course
Galway Technical Institute,
Father Griffin Rd, The Claddagh, Galway

2007 – 2013 Leaving Certificate

St. Mary’s College, St. Mary’s Rd, Galway

1998 – 2007 St. James’ National School, Bushypark, Galway

KEY SKILLS

 Communication: Strong interpersonal skills in which I have been praised on

through positive customer feedback and excellent telephone manner
 Teamwork: I have developed my ability to work as part of a team in my
previous employment to ensure daily targets are met
 Information Technology: Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office
 Problem Solving: Displayed resilience in complex situations in my work
environment

INTERESTS & ACHIEVEMENTS

 Holder of a full Irish drivers licence
 Committee member of Our Lady’s Boys Club for 5 consecutive years
 Enjoy maintaining my fitness by going to the gym regularly throughout the
week

REFEREES
Jason Henchy – Shop Owner Martin Cork – Manager
Henchy’s DayBreak Dunnes Stores,
Ros An Glas, Terryland,
Galway Galway
Tel: (086)-8111956 Tel: (083)-3860555