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Aaron Coxhead

Graduate Scientist
Auckland,AUK

Summary

Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, eager to obtain an entry-level cellar hand position to help launch career in the New Zealand wine industry. Passionate and enthusiastic to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of viticulture and winemaking operations through introduction to wine science course at the University of Auckland. Highly motivated to learn, grow and excel in practical aspects of the wine industry while applying experience from past employment and studies. Intending to study towards a Master of Wine Business and Innovation following student experience in cellar operations.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Independent Contractor

Phantom Billstickers
Auckland, AUK
11.2020 - 08.2021
  • Installed bespoke marketing solutions in timely manner for a variety of corporate and community clients.
  • Collaborated closely with clients to better understand entire project scope.
  • Maintained company assets to ensure high standards of quality and safety
  • Delivered outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.

Territory Performance Manager

Phantom Billstickers
Auckland, AUK
03.2020 - 11.2020
  • Managed team of three contractors, overseeing hiring, training, professional growth and compliance.
  • Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement of an out-of-home advertising network.
  • Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
  • Delivered exceptional level of service to each client by listening to concerns and answering questions.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.


Bar Supervisor

Holey Moley Viaduct
Auckland, AUK
10.2018 - 03.2020
  • Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers.
  • Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
  • Strategized plans to increase bar revenue through innovative promotional concepts, specialty drinks and customer-focused events.
  • Decreased waste, following strict recipes and drink measurement protocol.
  • Conducted regular inventories of bar and drink supplies to keep stock on hand and avoid expensive rush orders.
  • Motivated and disciplined employees and implemented new mentoring program, which increased worker morale.

Liquor Assistant

New World Westend
Rotorua, BOP
11.2015 - 02.2017
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
  • Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Used product knowledge, sales abilities and customer relations skills to drive substantial sales increases in wine and beer products.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences

University of Auckland
Auckland, AUK
02.2017 - 07.2021

Skills

    Problem-Solving

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Timeline

Independent Contractor

Phantom Billstickers
11.2020 - 08.2021

Territory Performance Manager

Phantom Billstickers
03.2020 - 11.2020

Bar Supervisor

Holey Moley Viaduct
10.2018 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences

University of Auckland
02.2017 - 07.2021

Liquor Assistant

New World Westend
11.2015 - 02.2017
Aaron CoxheadGraduate Scientist