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What were you like at school? How would your teachers describe you?
My attention span was not good and I loved the social side of school. I asked a lot of questions and I was very cheeky.
Your first job was a cleaner – when did you realise that you wanted to get into Human Resources?
I went into HR three and a half years ago. I was very much a trainer before that and realised that the company needed someone as a Director of Human Resources and so I appointed myself! Not quite, I suggested to my boss that I would be the best person for the position and luckily for me, he agreed!
You were named Human Resources Manager of the Year at the Hotel Catey Annual Industry awards. Can you tell me the key achievements that you have had since being with Red Carnation?
From a training point of view we have put ourselves on the map for offering great training courses and developing people. Learning leads to career progression. Also, it means we are giving something back to the business.
What is your favourite interview question?
“Tell me about a time when you have had to breach or bend rules to offer great service”
How important is it to have a well presented CV?
It’s your first impression. It doesn’t need to say everything about you but it must get you noticed. I sometimes receive 300 CVs for one position.
What did your parents do?
My mum was a teacher and my dad worked in Sales for Esso.
Which wines do your order when you go out for dinner?
Burgundy normally, my favourites are Julienas or Fleurie. I also love South African wine – especially any of the Bouchard Finlaysons.
You are a Gemini – a multitasking, on-the-go, worker who loves to communicate and interact with others. Gemini people need constant stimulation--sitting behind a desk for the typical, eight hour workday is not easy for them and they are the usually the person that knows and shares all of the office gossip. Does this sound like you?
Yes.
What made you want to work at Red Carnation Hotels?
I was head hunted. My first question to them was why do you want me?
What was it like going to the Catey Awards dinner to collect your award?
I didn’t know I had won although I knew I had been shortlisted. I wore a long black dress and you really get a sense of the occasion at the Hotelcateys! I didn’t expect to win so when I did, the shock was huge. I would say to anyone you should do what you believe in and grab good opportunities that come your way.
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