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ANKIT THAPA

Waltham

Summary

Motivated and reliable automotive apprentice with a strong work ethic and a genuine passion for mechanics. Currently gaining hands-on experience in the industry and eager to build a long-term career in automotive repair and diagnostics. Originally from a hospitality background, bringing transferable skills such as attention to detail, communication, and customer service. I am committed to continuous learning and growth and ready to contribute positively to a dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in the automotive industry. I hold a NZ Permanent Resident visa which allows me to work full time without condition.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Apprentice

TBS Services
11.2024 - Current
  • Learned how to properly set up required tools and supplies.
  • Performed a wide range of automotive skills such as: transmission servicing, radiator replacement, general servicing, battery, lower control arm, break pad and suspension replacement.
  • Learned and executed a couple of wheel replacement and balancing, wheel alignment and wheel hub replacement.
  • Learned about safety protocols for use and maintenance of power tools, hand tools and safety equipment.
  • Assisted, collaborated and took initiative to help my colleagues for other various tasks required.

Commis Chef

Ramen Ria
02.2022 - Current
  • Inspecting, and portioning food supplies;
  • Lifting and storing inventory;
  • Preparing Mise en place;
  • Plating of hot and cold section;
  • Cleaning and maintaining overall kitchen hygiene

Commis Chef

Cellar Door
08.2021 - 02.2022
  • Checking, portioning and storing food supplies;
  • Stocking and doing inventory;
  • Doing mise en place;
  • Plating for larder and dessert section;
  • Cleaning and maintaining all areas of the kitchen

Team member/Kitchen Hand

Cellar Door
12.2020 - 08.2021
  • Slicing bread;
  • Washing dishes;
  • Storing food supplies;
  • Cleaning the kitchen;
  • Maintaining and following the instructions and guidelines by the chefs

Kitchen Hand/ Waiter

Hornby Souvlaki
06.2020 - 11.2020
  • Preparing meats (chopping & marinating) and vegetables to be used for the day;
  • Exhibiting a cheerful and helpful manner through greeting the guests, understanding their orders and answering questions and queries;
  • Prepares food neatly, in accordance to formula and in a timely manner;
  • Cleaning and maintaining all areas of the restaurant

Cleaner

Paramount Services and OCS
08.2019 - 07.2020
  • Stocking and doing inventory;
  • Overall cleaning the designated facilities (dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, etc.);
  • Final routine inspection and maintenance activities

Waiter

Little India
04.2019 - 06.2019
  • Taking orders and attending to customers' needs;
  • Helping in setting up the restaurant for operations;
  • Cleaning the whole restaurant area including kitchen

Education

Automotive Engineering Level - 3 -

SkillsUpdate
Christchurch
07.2025

Graduate Diploma - Applied Management Specialising in Hospitality

Aspire2 International
Christchurch, NZ
03.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Hotel Management And Catering Technology

Government Institute of Hotel
India
04-2018

Skills

  • Knowledgeable of workplace safety practices;
  • Hardworking and dedicated;
  • Willing and passionate to learn about automotive;
  • Able to multitask and problem-solve when required;
  • Good communicator;
  • Adaptable, flexible and collaborative

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Nepali
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Apprentice

TBS Services
11.2024 - Current

Commis Chef

Ramen Ria
02.2022 - Current

Commis Chef

Cellar Door
08.2021 - 02.2022

Team member/Kitchen Hand

Cellar Door
12.2020 - 08.2021

Kitchen Hand/ Waiter

Hornby Souvlaki
06.2020 - 11.2020

Cleaner

Paramount Services and OCS
08.2019 - 07.2020

Waiter

Little India
04.2019 - 06.2019

Automotive Engineering Level - 3 -

SkillsUpdate

Graduate Diploma - Applied Management Specialising in Hospitality

Aspire2 International

Bachelor of Arts - Hotel Management And Catering Technology

Government Institute of Hotel
ANKIT THAPA