Kawmini Jayawardana
Epsom,Auckland
Summary
A well-presented, articulate and confident individual with an outgoing personality, good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multinational environment with minimal supervision. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and able to build good relationships with work colleagues and guests.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Lead
Manukau Event Centre
Manukau, Auckland
11.2024 - Current
- Team Leadership: Directed staff by briefing roles and responsibilities for event day.
- Pre Event Duties: Supervised event setup, organized food and drink stations, and ensured cleanliness.
- Event Coordination: Communicated with authorized personnel to confirm plans, permissions, and expectations and with the staff for smooth service.
- Guest Service: Welcomed guests, served food and beverages, and monitored drink refills.
- Post Event Duties: Cleared event area by collecting remaining glassware, plates, and cutlery.
Wait Staff
Function Staff
Auckland CBD, Auckland
10.2024 - 08.2025
- Maintaining Food Quality: Monitor food temperature and replenishing the buffet station.
- Serving Plated Meals: Serve courses in order, serve drinks and ensure dietary needs are met.
- Guest Interaction and Service: Provide excellent customer service and be knowledgeable about the menu.
- Clearing Plates and Glasses: Remove empty plates, glasses and silverware and keep the venue tidy.
- Post-Event Duties: Clear food station, dispose of leftovers properly, clean serving equipment and clean the venue.
Cruise Ground Handling Staff
ID TOURS LTD.
Auckland, New Zealand
10.2024 - 08.2025
- Embarkation Duties: Passenger information verification, check-in assistance and luggage handling coordination.
- Special Handling: Offer priority check-in, special assistance for guests with disabilities and elderly passengers.
- Debarkation Duties: Facilitates smooth check-outs and guide guests with pre-arranged transportation.
Food and Beverage Attendant
Ceylon City Hotel
Colombo, Sri Lanka
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Guest Service: Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced hotel environment.
- Food & Drinks Service: Assisted in food and beverage preparation for dining services and serve food & beverages promptly and professionally.
- Cleanliness & Hygiene: Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas and equipment.
- Team Collaboration: Collaborated with kitchen staff and maintained a positive attitude towards co-workers.
Education
Diploma - Management Information System
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Colombo, Sri Lanka01.2012
Skills
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Organization
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
Hobbies and Interests
- Cooking
- Travel
- Yoga
- Music
Languages
- English
- Sinhalese
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 11/14/89
- Nationality: Sri Lankan
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Event Lead
Manukau Event Centre
11.2024 - Current
Wait Staff
Function Staff
10.2024 - 08.2025
Cruise Ground Handling Staff
ID TOURS LTD.
10.2024 - 08.2025
Food and Beverage Attendant
Ceylon City Hotel
01.2023 - 08.2024
Diploma - Management Information System
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT