Jess Pope
Te Atatu Peninsula,AUK
Summary
Responsible and motivated individual keen to gain further work experience to develop my personal and professional skills. Offers excellent hospitality knowledge, with the ability to stay calm under pressure and work in a team-oriented environment. Open-minded and always up for a bit of a challenge while keeping a fun and positive outlook.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
FOH Staff Member
RITUAL CAFE
Wanaka , Otago
03.2025 - 09.2025
- Provided excellent customer service during busy café hours.
- Worked with team members to ensure an efficient service flow.
- Handled cash transactions and processed payments accurately.
- Engaged with customers to create a welcoming atmosphere
- Performed opening and closing tasks according to guidelines.
- Assisted the kitchen team in food preparation, such as gourmet sandwiches, baked goods, fresh juice, etc.
Catering Assistant
RASPBERRY FOOD CO
WANAKA, Otago
03.2025 - 09.2025
- Set up and arranged catering displays for various weddings
- Served guests by delivering canapes, meals and beverages from kitchen and bar areas
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down catering events
LOCATIONS AND GREENS PA
EOE NZ LTD
CENTRAL OTAGO
11.2024 - 01.2025
- Assist both the greens and locations departments at an active film set.
- I took part in a large variety of odd landscaping jobs to prepare the outdoor set for filming.
- Controlled public spaces to ensure the safety and understanding of surrounding people in a polite manner.
- Controlled film crew traffic to ensure the days ran smoothly and efficiently.
FOH Team Member
The Sugar Grill Cafe
Auckland
02.2023 - 11.2024
- Assisted customers at the till in a kind and friendly manner.
- Prepared quality cabinet items and drinks to be delivered to customers in a timely manner.
- Restock, clean, and manage shelves.
- Wash dishes efficiently while prioritizing customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rutherford College
Auckland, NZ12-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Sport Science
AUT
Auckland, NZSkills
- Customer service
- Food preparation
- Effective communication and time management
- Easygoing with a positive attitude
- Works well with a range of people
- Taking initiative
- Clean and organized
- Consistent in quality results
Affiliations
- OUTWARD BOUND ALUMNI : Completed a 3-week mind, body, soul course in September 2023.
Timeline
FOH Staff Member
RITUAL CAFE
03.2025 - 09.2025
Catering Assistant
RASPBERRY FOOD CO
03.2025 - 09.2025
LOCATIONS AND GREENS PA
EOE NZ LTD
11.2024 - 01.2025
FOH Team Member
The Sugar Grill Cafe
02.2023 - 11.2024
High School Diploma -
Rutherford College
Some College (No Degree) - Sport Science
AUT