Harry Giles
Christchurch
Summary
As a dedicated fitness enthusiast with years of strength training experience, I'm eager to transition my passion for health into a professional role at your gym. My commitment to an active lifestyle has not only improved my own well-being but also inspired others to adopt similar habits. With strong communication skills and a quick learning ability, I'm able to thrive in dynamic environments and am motivated by the opportunity to support clients on their fitness journeys. I'm excited to contribute enthusiasm and dedication to fostering a positive, welcoming gym atmosphere.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Produce Assistant
New World
05.2023 - Current
- Stocking and maintaining shelves
- Heavy lifting
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when inspecting incoming shipments for quality control purposes, ensuring only the freshest produce reached store shelves.
- Maintained a clean and organized produce department, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Managing a busy store
- Assisting customers
- Working extra shifts in the grocery/dry goods department
Café Assistant
The Option
07.2022 - 03.2024
- Front of house/taking orders
- Displayed calm and friendly demeanor when addressing and resolving customer issues and complaints.
- Exceeded customer expectations by providing welcoming environment and prompt and friendly service to people of diverse backgrounds.
- Delivering food and drinks to tables
- Making coffee and preparing cabinet food
- Cleaning
Plant Grafter and Runner
Zealandia Horticulture
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Managing groups of people and stock levels
- Grafting plants
- Managed time efficiently while juggling multiple duties under tight deadlines, resulting in consistent performance.
- Responded proactively to requests from supervisors and peers alike, displaying strong problem-solving abilities.
Café Assistant
Coffee Culture
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Front of house/taking orders
- Delivering food and drinks to tables
- Wiped, sanitized and maintained floors, facility, and equipment to adhere with company standards and procedures.
- Supported daily operations by performing cash handling responsibilities accurately and efficiently.
- Upheld brand reputation by consistently delivering quality beverages using standardized recipes and techniques.
All Rounder
Burger Wisconsin
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Taking orders
- Operating different stations, such as: burger construction, sides (fries, chicken tenders, etc.), burger grill, front of house.
- Cleaning tasks
- Customer service
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Kitchen Hand
Powerhouse Cafe
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Assisting with preparation of food
- Front of house
- Delivering food and drinks
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
Miscellaneous Jobs
Various
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Working on a relatives farm
- Babysitting
- Dog walking
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Management
University of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ11-2023
Bachelor of Engineering - Industrial Product Design
University of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ11-2022
NCEA (Levels 1, 2, 3) -
Wellington College
Wellington, NZ11-2021
Skills
- Ability to listen
- Teamwork
- Interpersonal skills
- Relating to diverse individuals
- Desire for knowledge and skill development
- Empathy
- Integrity
- Cleaning procedures
- Labeling accuracy
- Customer engagement
- Shelf stocking
Languages
English
Vaccination Status
Double Vaccinated and boosted with a vaccine pass.
Achievements
- 135kg Bench PR
- Wellington College 2nd Xl 2021 Hockey Championship.
- Wellington College 2nd Xl 2020 Hockey Championship.
- Wellington College 3rd Xl 2019 Hockey Championship.
- Wellington College 4th Xl 2017 Hockey Championship.
- 2015 & 2016 Completed Red Cross First Aid Certificate at Karori Normal School.
Interests
- Music
- Drumming
- Gym Workouts
- Coffee
- Hockey
- Travelling to different countries, experiencing different cultures and landscapes
- History
Timeline
Produce Assistant
New World
05.2023 - Current
Café Assistant
The Option
07.2022 - 03.2024
Plant Grafter and Runner
Zealandia Horticulture
02.2022 - 12.2022
Café Assistant
Coffee Culture
02.2022 - 05.2022
All Rounder
Burger Wisconsin
01.2021 - 12.2021
Kitchen Hand
Powerhouse Cafe
02.2020 - 02.2021
Miscellaneous Jobs
Various
01.2016 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Commerce - Management
University of Canterbury
Bachelor of Engineering - Industrial Product Design
University of Canterbury
NCEA (Levels 1, 2, 3) -
Wellington College
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