Catherine Sharp
Hawera,TKI
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in managing daily operations of a busy sports bar. Skilled in training and mentoring staff, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining excellent vendor relationships to support business growth.
I have sold the bar just looking for Part time/ Casual work
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
The local TAB Sports Bar
Hawera, Taranaki
12.2019 - 09.2025
- Managed daily operations of a busy sports bar environment.
- Oversaw staff scheduling and ensured adequate coverage during peak hours.
- Developed and maintained relationships with local suppliers for inventory management.
- Trained and mentored new employees on service standards and bar procedures.
- Monitored compliance with health and safety regulations for food service operations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area for optimal customer experience.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to ensure satisfaction in a fast-paced setting.
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in order to maintain a positive reputation for the business.
- Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
- Ensured compliance with all local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the operation of the business.
- Negotiated contracts with clients for products or services rendered by the company.
- Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms on materials and services.
- Oversaw hiring process for new employees, from recruiting to onboarding training.
- Observed safety protocols and driving laws to maximize road and personnel safety.
- Resolved conflicts between employees in a professional manner.
- Cash Handling
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Hospitality
Hawera High
Hawera, NZSkills
- Inventory management
- Staff scheduling
- Menu development
- Compliance monitoring
- Vendor negotiation
- Customer relationship management
- Conflict resolution
- Cash handling
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Team building
- Time management
- Recruiting and hiring
- Regulatory compliance
- Sales strategy development
- Staffing
- Hiring
- Operations management
- Staff training and development
- Decision-making
- Attention to detail
- Hazardous materials handling
Timeline
Owner/Operator
The local TAB Sports Bar
12.2019 - 09.2025
Some College (No Degree) - Hospitality
Hawera High