Luke Thornton
Otago,Queentown
Summary
I’m Luke Thornton, a dedicated and enthusiastic professional with a strong background in hospitality management. I’m known for my hardworking and reliable nature, coupled with a genuine eagerness to learn and embrace new training opportunities. My outgoing personality and passion for working with others have consistently contributed to creating positive and collaborative work environments. With extensive experience in management and team leadership, I bring a motivated leadership style and exceptional organizational skills. I thrive in dynamic settings, always staying engaged and keen to expand my knowledge. I’m excited to leverage my expertise and enthusiasm in a hospitality management role to drive excellence and contribute to the success of your team.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Venue & Events Manager
Republic Hospitality LTD
Queenstown, New Zealand
2023.08 - Current
Duty Manager
Onsen Hot Pools Retreat & Day Spa
Queenstown, New Zealand
2022.12 - 2023.08
Product Manager
Havin' A Lovely Time
Drogheda, Co. Louth, Ireland
2022.05 - 2022.11
Barista & Social Media Manager
The Coffee Box
Drogheda , Co. Louth, Ireland
2022.05 - 2022.11
Events & Social Media Manager
The Mc Enaney Group
Drogheda, Co. Louth, Ireland
2019.10 - 2022.11
Store Supervisor
Lifestyle Sports
Drogheda, Co. Louth, Ireland
2021.10 - 2022.04
Bar Supervisor
Jam Park / District 8
Swords, Co. Dublin, Ireland
2019.05 - 2019.10
Bar & Social Media Manager
The Wright Group
Swords, Co. Dublin, Ireland
2017.01 - 2019.05
Education
Higher Level N.C - Fashion Design
Fashion Design Academy Of Ireland
Co. Dublin, Ireland 09.2022
Internship - Fashion Design
Eamon McGill Designs
Co. Dublin, Ireland06.2021
QQ Level 4 - General Learning - General Studies
Education Skills & Learning Opportunities
Co. Louth, Ireland 07.2016
Junior & Leaving Cert - Final Year Exams
St. Joseph's Secondary School
Co. Louth, Ireland 06.2015
Skills
- Marketing & Branding
- Product and Service Management
- Managing and Organizing Events
- Social Media Management
- Hospitality management
- Financial Management
- Design strategy
- Sketches, drawings and illustrations
- Visual merchandising
- Project Management
- Creativity
Certification
DIAGEO BAR ACADEMY - Co. Dublin, Ireland - Hospitality, 05/2017
- Bartender/mixology
- Food service
- Hygiene conscious
- Customer service
- Organizational skills
- Manual handling
- HACCP/ food hygiene
- Cash handling
- Food safety
- Barista training
- Basic first aid
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JIGSAW ACADEMY - Co. Dublin, Ireland - Mental Health Programme, 06/20
- Introduction to mental health
- Understanding & recognizing
- Youth mental health
- Approach & wellbeing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Venue & Events Manager
Republic Hospitality LTD
2023.08 - Current
Duty Manager
Onsen Hot Pools Retreat & Day Spa
2022.12 - 2023.08
Product Manager
Havin' A Lovely Time
2022.05 - 2022.11
Barista & Social Media Manager
The Coffee Box
2022.05 - 2022.11
Store Supervisor
Lifestyle Sports
2021.10 - 2022.04
Events & Social Media Manager
The Mc Enaney Group
2019.10 - 2022.11
Bar Supervisor
Jam Park / District 8
2019.05 - 2019.10
Bar & Social Media Manager
The Wright Group
2017.01 - 2019.05
Higher Level N.C - Fashion Design
Fashion Design Academy Of Ireland
Internship - Fashion Design
Eamon McGill Designs
QQ Level 4 - General Learning - General Studies
Education Skills & Learning Opportunities
Junior & Leaving Cert - Final Year Exams
St. Joseph's Secondary School