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Education
Skills
Languages
Interests
Personal Information
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Cristina Hastie Falkiner

Middleton Grange School
Christchurch,CAN
2027
years of professional experience
2
Languages

I am a friendly, committed and dependable Year 13 Student who always strives to complete tasks to a high standard. I am about to finish high school after focusing this year on taking courses that relate to my career goal of becoming a Flight Attendant. I enjoy serving people and meeting their needs. I am interested in finding a job that will help me build skills in the tourism and hospitality sector, particularly in customer service/café work.

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Work History

Hockey Umpiring

  • Supporting my school and club hockey coaches, refereeing junior hockey games and playing at Platinum Level.
  • (Winter hockey)
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Barista Club

8 Months
Middleton Grange School | 02.2026 - Current
  • Making barista coffees one lunchtime each week for high school students and staff to purchase from school café
  • Prepared espresso-based beverages, teas, and cold drinks to support daily school cafe service.
  • Operated point-of-sale system to process orders and maintain accurate transaction records.
  • Served students, staff, and visitors with efficient, courteous counter service.
  • Maintained clean, organized service areas following food safety and hygiene standards.
  • Replenished milk, coffee beans, syrups, and cafe supplies to prevent service interruptions.
  • Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
  • Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
  • Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching.
  • Monitored stock levels and reported shortages to support smooth daily operations.
  • Followed workplace procedures to deliver timely service during busy school periods.

Caring for elderly Grandmother with Alzheimer's

2 Years 9 Months
01.2024 - Current
  • Spending time talking and listening, going for walks, helping around the house, serving food and doing other chores, directing her with some tasks and dancing for her enjoyment
  • (every week)
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Childcare

2 Years 10 Months
01.2022 - 11.2024
  • A voluntary role looking after young children in my local church creche every Sunday, including setting up and supervising art, music and games, as well as reading to the children and providing comfort when they were upset
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of childcare provision.
  • Reduced behavioral issues by establishing clear rules and expectations in the childcare environment.
  • Organized and maintained a clean, inviting play space that encouraged exploration while adhering to safety guidelines for childcare facilities.
  • Assisted families with childcare responsibilities, creating a nurturing and educational atmosphere for children.

Education

NZMA 3-Day Barista course

NZMA | Christchurch, NZ | 09-2026

Level 3 NCEA

Middleton Grange School | 01-2026

Health & Safety NZQA 1 day course

01-2026

Basic First Aid Course

Middleton Grange School | 05-2025

5 day Work experience block - Hospitality and Tourism Management

Black & White Café Bush Inn | Bush inn, CHC | 05-2025

High School Diploma

NZ School of Tourism | Christchurch, CAN | 04-2025

2 day Introduction to Flight Attendant

  • NCEA Level 2
  • Certificate in flight attendant 2

Work Ready 2 Day Barista Course - Tourism And Hospitality

Middleton Grange School | Christchurch, NZ | 03-2025

Level 2 courses - Tourism & Hospitality, dual enrolment at ARA

Ara Institute of Canterbury | Christchurch, NZ | 01-2025

Skills

Elderly care
Customer service
Cleaning and organization
Problem-solving
Basic technology use
Bilingual - Fluent in Spanish and English
Teamwork and collaboration
Positive demeanor
Reliable
kind
caring
sincere
non-judgmental
gentle
helpful
supportive
hardworking
respectful
sporty
friendly
Friendly
positive attitude
Organizational skills
Problem resolution
Organization and time management
Calm under pressure
Excellent communication
Flexible and adaptable
Multitasking

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working

Interests

Travel
going to cafes with friends
being in the outdoors/nature
animals
baking
swimming
family games
watching movies and visiting new places

Personal Information

Driving License: Learner Driver’s Licence (aiming for Restricted by mid Oct 2026)

Timeline

Barista Club

Middleton Grange School
02.2026 - CurrentRead More

Caring for elderly Grandmother with Alzheimer's

01.2024 - CurrentRead More

Childcare

01.2022 - 11.2024Read More

Health & Safety NZQA 1 day course
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Black & White Café Bush Inn

5 day Work experience block from Hospitality and Tourism Management
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Hockey Umpiring

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NZMA

NZMA 3-Day Barista course
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Middleton Grange School

Level 3 NCEA
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Middleton Grange School

Basic First Aid Course
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NZ School of Tourism

High School Diploma
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Middleton Grange School

Work Ready 2 Day Barista Course from Tourism And Hospitality
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Ara Institute of Canterbury

Level 2 courses from Tourism & Hospitality, dual enrolment at ARA
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Cristina Hastie Falkiner