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Work History
Education
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Elizabeth Fidow

Elizabeth Fidow

32d Edward Avenue Otara ,Auckland

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in customer service and team leadership at Sugar Cube Cafe. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through effective problem-solving and relationship building. Skilled in staff training and inventory management, consistently achieving operational goals while fostering a positive work environment.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager

McDonald's Restaurant
11.2013 - 01.2015
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Barista Manager

Sugar Cube Cafe
11.2011 - 01.2015
  • Served customers quickly and efficiently and created strategies to prevent delays.
  • Handled and resolved customer issues and complaints with professionalism and tact to drive customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Provided ongoing coaching and support to team members, helping them reach their full potential while fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
  • Maintained accurate inventory counts to meet customer demands and sustain operations.
  • Restocked and cleaned stations and facilities to maintain cleanly and operable standards.
  • Generated friendly atmosphere by encouraging employees to greet and speak to customers.
  • Maintained high standards of food safety by enforcing strict adherence to company policies and local health regulations.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.

Cafe Barista

Sugar Cube Cafe
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining open communication and fostering teamwork among staff members.
  • Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting each guest warmly upon arrival while anticipating their needs throughout their visit.
  • Demonstrated excellent multitasking abilities by simultaneously managing drink preparation, order-taking, and cash register duties.
  • Ensured smooth operation of the cafe during busy periods by prioritizing tasks efficiently under pressure without sacrificing quality or customer service standards.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring high standards of hygiene and safety for both staff and customers.
  • Developed a loyal customer base through friendly interactions, remembering preferences, and consistently delivering high-quality beverages.
  • Supported cafe management in achieving revenue targets through upselling menu items such as specialty drinks or baked goods when appropriate.

Meat Department Clerk

Meat Processors
  • Packaged meat products securely using appropriate wrapping materials to ensure freshness during transport home from store by customers.
  • Wrapped, weighed and filled product with efficiency to manage high volume of customers.
  • Followed proper safety, handling, and cross-contamination procedures.
  • Handled customer concerns or complaints with professionalism and care, reinforcing a positive company image and cultivating long-term relationships.
  • Maintained a clean and organized meat department workspace, ensuring product quality and safety for consumers.
  • Utilized sharp knives and other cutting tools safely while maintaining a clean work area for optimal productivity.
  • Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
  • Prepared and packaged meat products by cutting and grinding meat to customer specifications.

Extractor

Nz Brushes Company
02.2024 - 08.2024
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Builder's Laborer

Tech 5 Recruitment
02.2023 - 02.2024
  • Reduced material waste by accurately measuring and cutting materials according to specifications.
  • Coordinated with other tradesmen such as electricians or plumbers to ensure seamless integration of work throughout the entire building process.
  • Completed physically demanding tasks such as heavy lifting, digging, or demolition as required by each project''s needs.
  • Identified potential issues during construction phases early on in order to prevent costly delays or rework later down the line.
  • Maintained safe working conditions for all team members through consistent adherence to safety protocols and procedures.
  • Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
  • Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
  • Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
  • Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
  • Helped with door and window installations.
  • Worked on sites, installing roofs and other exterior components.
  • Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.

Traffic Controller

Tech 5 Recruitment
02.2023 - 08.2023

Head Barista

Esquire Restaurant
01.2019 - 02.2022
  • Trained new employees on cafe policies, beverage preparation, and customer service standards to maintain a high level of performance.
  • Developed a loyal customer base by fostering strong relationships and consistently delivering high-quality beverages.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills while overseeing all aspects of daily café operations as Head Barista.
  • Cultivated a positive team atmosphere by setting clear expectations, recognizing achievements, and fostering open communication among staff.
  • Increased sales through effective upselling techniques and recommending appropriate menu items.
  • Reduced waste by implementing proper inventory management procedures and ordering supplies as needed.
  • Packaged bagels, muffins and other food items for customer purchase.
  • Sanitized equipment and wiped down counters and tables to prevent spread of germs.
  • Prepared specialty drinks such as cappuccinos, lattes and mochas.

Education

No Degree -

Wellington High School , Wellington, WGN

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • Decision-making
  • Staff training and development
  • Goal setting
  • Relationship building
  • Positive attitude
  • Multitasking
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Hiring and training
  • Customer relationship management
  • Problem-solving aptitude

Languages

Samoan
Full Professional

Timeline

Extractor - Nz Brushes Company
02.2024 - 08.2024
Builder's Laborer - Tech 5 Recruitment
02.2023 - 02.2024
Traffic Controller - Tech 5 Recruitment
02.2023 - 08.2023
Head Barista - Esquire Restaurant
01.2019 - 02.2022
Manager - McDonald's Restaurant
11.2013 - 01.2015
Barista Manager - Sugar Cube Cafe
11.2011 - 01.2015
Wellington High School - No Degree,
Cafe Barista - Sugar Cube Cafe
Meat Department Clerk - Meat Processors
Elizabeth Fidow