Caleb Winn
Parramatta,Sydney
Summary
I'm a New Zealander moving to Australia. My greatest gift is being able to talk to customers, and get along with coworkers. I can always start a conversation with anyone, and I love meeting new people.
I'm an experienced bartender at The Kegroom, skilled in making drinks, and providing top-notch customer service. Great at managing inventory and upselling, which helped increase sales. Strong problem-solving and communication skills, always focused on keeping things running smoothly and safely in busy environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Bartender
The Kegroom
Rototuna, Waikato
09.2023 - 03.2025
- Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
- Managed accurate bar tabs and processed cash and credit card transactions.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Completed regular bar inventories and daily stock order sheets.
- Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
- Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
- Organized bar supplies in stock room to support timely and efficient retrieval and replenishment.
Barista
Starbucks
Chartwell, Waikato
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Maintained clean and organized workspace, enabling coworkers to locate resources and product.
- Demonstrated knowledge of coffee bean varieties, roasting processes, and brewing methods.
- Customized drink orders based on customer requests, demonstrating flexibility and attention to detail.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality service during peak hours.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines to pass state inspections.
Electrician
GMT Electrical
Hamilton, Waikato
11.2021 - 10.2022
- Tested entire electrical assembly for performance levels and safety concerns.
- Reviewed blueprints to determine electrical component and wiring locations.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, junction boxes and components in residential and commercial properties.
- Diagnosed malfunctioning systems, apparatus and components to locate cause of breakdowns and correct problems.
- Advised management on issues of safety in continued equipment operation.
- Installed leads and connected cables to motors, apparatus and equipment.
- Ensured that all work was completed in accordance with applicable codes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest High School
Hamilton, NZ06-2023
High School Diploma -
Rototuna High School
Hamilton, NZ05-2022
NZQA Level 4 Certificate - Food And Beverage Service
Wintec
Hamilton, NZ03-2023
Skills
- Drink preparation
- Point of sale operation
- Inventory management
- Cash handling
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Technical communication
- Upselling techniques
- Communication skills
Accomplishments
During my employment as the main bartender at The Kegroom, the business had won awards such as
- Best Dog Bar In The World
- Best Gastropub In The North Island of New Zealand
- Best Local Pub Finalist
- Guinness Top Bar Awards Top 10 Finalist
- People's Choice Winner
Affiliations
- Kickboxing
- Guitar
- Motorcycling
- Drawing
- Coaching (Weightlifting, Mauy Thai)
Certification
Leadership Certificate (Military Preparation Course)
Food And Beverage Certificate (Wintec NZQA Level 4)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bartender
The Kegroom
09.2023 - 03.2025
Barista
Starbucks
10.2022 - 02.2023
Electrician
GMT Electrical
11.2021 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest High School
High School Diploma -
Rototuna High School
NZQA Level 4 Certificate - Food And Beverage Service
Wintec
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