Dynamic and adaptable professional with a proven track record of enhancing customer experiences and optimizing operational efficiency across diverse roles. Excelled in critical thinking and exceptional communication, significantly improving team performance and guest satisfaction. Demonstrated resilience and cultural sensitivity in fast-paced environments, achieving outstanding results.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Stewardess
Heritage Expeditions
12.2023 - Current
Attend to cleaning, serving and deckhand tasks onboard the Heritage Explorer ship whilst accomodating guests on their expedition travel around Stewart Island, Fiordland and Marlborough Sounds of New Zealand.
Enhance passenger experience by providing exceptional customer service and attending to individual needs 24/7.
Consistently demonstrating outstanding teamwork, professionalism, and commitment to customer satisfaction.
Handle challenging situations calmly and professionally, resolving conflicts between passengers or addressing concerns promptly.
Managing all illnesses and injuries onboard, ensuring the necessary medical attention is provided.
Service guest cabins daily paying attention to detail and ensure all public interior areas of the ship are clean and tidy.
Take orders and serve breakfast, lunch and dinner to the guests, whilst helping the chef in the galley when required.
Manage inventory of onboard supplies, tracking usage patterns to minimize waste and optimize restocking procedures.
Hiking Guide
New Zealand Trails
10.2023 - Current
Guide guests around all of the South Island and Stewart Island on an active yet adventurous tour for 5 - 14 days, visiting many of New Zealand’s great walks, UNESCO World Heritage sites and communities.
Be the friendly and knowledgeable face of the company for the guests who have travelled across the world to complete their bucket list adventure.
Organise and manage up to 14 guests, whilst being an exceptional problem solver towards any conflict.
Deliver clear safety briefings and instructions before each activity using effective communication.
Administer first aid if there is an accident, use training and experience to respond accordingly.
Create and maintain strong relationships with each guest and gain their trust throughout the challenging activities.
Motivate, support and provide consistent positivity to ensure customer satisfaction.
Safely drive the guests in a 17 seated van around the South Island, ensuring they feel calm and safe the entire tour.
Prepare meals for the guests when required and ensure food safety requirements are followed.
Be on call and able to assist guests at any given time during the trip.
Effectively communicate, cooperate and create a strong connection with the co-guide to deliver exceptional customer service.
Carefully configure the daily plan taking the weather, guest ability, track conditions and safety into consideration, liaising with the operations manager if needed.
ZM Music Director
New Zealand Media Entertainment
06.2018 - 10.2023
Managed and maintained strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Regular reporting on mandatory and discretionary requirements programmed on ZM daily.
Managed and lead my programming team by communicating effectively, being a responsible leader and resolving conflicts that may arise.
Organised, created and directed weekly digital content for social media (ZMs Locals Only, ZMs Acoustic Corner).
Analysed demographic research and made playlist decisions based on the data.
Manually selected each song to play on ZM, acknowledging the responsibility that the correct music must be placed in the correct hour.
Assisted in facilitating campaigns for international and domestic clients.
Prepared and executed client meetings, interviews and events.
Readily available to resolve programming or personal employee issues for ZM 24/7.
Pharmacy Assistant
Aspiring Pharmacy
04.2014 - 02.2016
Greeted customers and responded to questions with friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
Advised customers on medicines and common ailments.
Supported the dispensary team.
Answered phones and provided information about order status, store hours and pharmacy procedures.
Managed administrative systems
Merchandised over-the-counter goods and rotated stock.
Education
Diploma In Human Nutrition -
The Nutrition Institute
Distance Learning
06.2021
Bachelor Of Broadcasting Communications - Radio Broadcasting
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Christchurch, CAN
03.2019
Mt Aspiring College, Wānaka - NZQA Level 1,2,3
Mt Aspiring College
Wānaka
2015
Skills
Critical thinking
Exceptional communicator
Time management and organised
Attention to detail
Teamwork
Motivated
Resilient
Adaptable
Empathetic
Cultural sensitivity
Accomplishments
2023, Outdoor First Aid Certificate
2023, Basic Workplace First Aid Certificate
2023, Scuba Diving Certification - Advanced Open Water
2023, NZ School of Food and Wine - Food Safety Certificate
2023, Class 2 Heavy Vehicle License
2022, NZ Radio Awards Winner - Best Station Imaging
2021, NZ Radio Awards Winner - Best Station Imaging
2020, NZ Radio Awards Finalist - Best New Broadcaster
2015, Mt Aspiring College, Wānaka - Head Girl
Timeline
Stewardess
Heritage Expeditions
12.2023 - Current
Hiking Guide
New Zealand Trails
10.2023 - Current
ZM Music Director
New Zealand Media Entertainment
06.2018 - 10.2023
Pharmacy Assistant
Aspiring Pharmacy
04.2014 - 02.2016
Diploma In Human Nutrition -
The Nutrition Institute
Bachelor Of Broadcasting Communications - Radio Broadcasting
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Mt Aspiring College, Wānaka - NZQA Level 1,2,3
Mt Aspiring College
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