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Danielle King

Blenheim,Marlborough

Summary

I am applying for the Cellar Supervisor position because I bring a strong combination of hands-on experience, leadership skills, and a deep understanding of cellar operations. I maintain high standards in cleanliness, safety, and product quality.

My attention to detail, ability to lead and train staff, and commitment to continuous improvement ensure smooth day-to-day operations and consistent product excellence. I am dedicated, reliable, and passionate about delivering results that support the success of the entire Yealands team.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Cellar Hand

Yealands
Seddon, Marlborough
03.2023 - Current
  • Assigned tasks to workers according to their abilities and experience level.
  • Supervised and trained a team of new employees on proper protocols and procedures for the recieval area over vintage
  • Ensured safety regulations were followed during all phases of the vintage
  • Reported any major problems encountered during the harvest directly to management.
  • Performed daily cellar tasks, such as cleaning, racking, topping of wine barrels.
  • Collaborated closely with Winemaker to ensure consistent quality standards were achieved throughout entire harvest process.
  • Operation of cellar machinery such as, presses, x-flow, skid
  • Conduct additions of SO₂, enzymes, fining agents, and cleaning chemicals in accordance with winemaker specifications and safety protocols

Dairy Farm Assistant

S White
Northbank, Marlborough
09.2022 - 03.2023
  • Maintained daily records of cows milked, feed given and animal health.
  • Monitored herd health and identified any potential issues with animals.
  • Assisted in the birthing process of calves and monitored their development.
  • Performed routine maintenance on milking equipment such as cleaning
  • Operated tractors, trucks, motorbikes and other farming machinery.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when working around livestock or machinery.
  • Maintained high standards of animal welfare when performing feeding and milking procedures.
  • Assisted with feeding, tagging, and treating calves.
  • Mustered and drove livestock to milking sheds.
  • Fed and watered livestock and monitored food and water supplies.
  • Troubleshot k-line irrigation system to identify problems and make repairs.

Waitress/Barista

Dolce
Blenheim, Marlborough
10.2021 - 08.2022
  • Maintained a clean work station by restocking supplies, wiping down counters.
  • Developed positive relationships with regular customers through friendly conversation.
  • Performed basic math calculations when computing bills for customers' meals.
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing any complaints or concerns promptly.
  • Assisted other wait staff members in times of heavy customer traffic.
  • Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
  • Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
  • Stocked service areas with supplies during slow periods.

Skills

  • Safety compliance
  • Quality control
  • Employee training
  • Task delegation
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Safety regulations
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Crushing and destemming
  • Barrel management eg filling, racking,topping, cleaning
  • Chemical handling
  • Sanitation & cleaning procedures
  • Racking and transferring
  • Wine blending
  • Wine dispatch

Timeline

Cellar Hand

Yealands
03.2023 - Current

Dairy Farm Assistant

S White
09.2022 - 03.2023

Waitress/Barista

Dolce
10.2021 - 08.2022
Danielle King