Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Timeline
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Jakob Gillespie

Ashburton,Allenton

Summary

I am an organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Once I am confident in my position, I am willing to take on added responsibilities to benefit the Fine Lion. With previous Front of House experience, especially bar/barista work I believe I will make an excellent candidate.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Yardperson/Metal Processor

Metal Corp
01.2023 - 03.2023

This is a role with responsibility for accurate, timely and safe processing of ferrous and non-ferrous
metals. It also includes safe, professional, positive, and pro-active customer support. Measures include
feedback from customers, accuracy of processing, minimising incidents, quality measures and timely
completion of tasks. Adherence to health & safety procedures and efficient time management are
essential in this role.


I was also tasked and trained with the operation of a forklift, compactors and hydraulic guillotine amongst the other duties listed above.

Contractor

Ian Murr
01.2022 - 01.2022
  • Performed maintenance of harvesting equipment, such as changing the cutter teeth on harvester's header and cleaning the grain bunker.
  • Operated a Front Loader Tractor, moving shingle and dirt to fill in ledges, then shoveled by hand.
  • Waterblasting of Tractors, and inside cleaning of the cab.
  • Dry cleaning of multiple grain storage/drying wagons.
  • Internal cleaning of equipment sheds.

Senior Non-Commissioned Officer

New Zealand Cadet Forces
06.2019 - 03.2023
  • Can uphold a Military level of discipline, professionalism and standard of dress.
  • Am a primary source of leadership for my Cadets.
  • Maintained clean, neat and operational facilities to serve the needs of my squadron's needs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others, and have been trained by .
  • Supported engaging, fun and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Am qualified in functional leadership and Instructional techniques after attending courses at RNZAF Base Woodbourne and Burnham Military Camp.
  • Am a consistent team player when organizing, planning and instructing.
  • Consistently teach theory, practical and drill lessons.

Guard/Engineer

The Plains Vintage Railway & Historical Museum
03.2019 - Current
  • Am responsible for checking and maintaining carriages and their equipment.
  • Signaled to engineers regarding train stopping, starting, directional switches or emergencies.
  • Operated controls to activate track switches and traffic signals.
  • Am proficient at shunting wagons and coaches.
  • Entertain passengers by clipping tickets and providing knowledge on the railway's history.
  • Am a track crew member, which involves the replacement of heavy railway sleepers, track gauging and track clearing.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Also participate in the local Model Engineers.

Barista/Bartender

Joe's Garage
06.2023 - Current

I am currently the main Barista at Joe's Garage Ashburton, which involves;

- Serving beverages to a high standard

- Maintaining a high level of cleanliness and hygiene

- Providing impeccable customer service

- Effectively using a PoS system

- Having a high level of bar knowledge


Additional duties I also take on, are the Marketing aspects of the business, along with miscellaneous cleaning.

Education

No Degree - Hospitality, Woodwork, Barista

Ashburton College
Ashburton, NZ

Skills

  • My passion and knowledge for the woodworking industry shows in both my academic and personal achievements, with the ability to use multiple hand and powered tools effectively and safely, to produce a quality product with pride
  • I quickly built a reputation at Ashburton College for being one of the top students for the preparation, presentation and handling of coffee based and non-coffee based products Along with this, my high standard of hygiene was also noticed in a positive light, as I would not start or finish a day's work without ensuring all aspects of the coffee lab were up to food and hygiene standards

Certification

  • I have a certification in both Junior and Senior levels in the Application of Functional Leadership And Instructional Techniques provided by the New Zealand Cadet Forces.

References

Ian Murr

Farm contracting work

Phone. 0274044034


Pauline Blunden
Barista and Food Safety Tutor
HR and Admin - Methven Pubs
Phone. 027 303 3055
polly@methvenpubs.co.nz

Timeline

Barista/Bartender

Joe's Garage
06.2023 - Current

Yardperson/Metal Processor

Metal Corp
01.2023 - 03.2023

Contractor

Ian Murr
01.2022 - 01.2022

Senior Non-Commissioned Officer

New Zealand Cadet Forces
06.2019 - 03.2023

Guard/Engineer

The Plains Vintage Railway & Historical Museum
03.2019 - Current

No Degree - Hospitality, Woodwork, Barista

Ashburton College
Jakob Gillespie