Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Timeline
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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
08.2023 - Current

Duty Manager

Onsen Hot Pools Retreat & Day Spa
Queenstown, New Zealand
12.2022 - 08.2023

Product Manager

Havin' A Lovely Time
Drogheda, Co. Louth, Ireland
05.2022 - 11.2022

Barista & Social Media Manager

The Coffee Box
Drogheda , Co. Louth, Ireland
05.2022 - 11.2022

Events & Social Media Manager

The Mc Enaney Group
Drogheda, Co. Louth, Ireland
10.2019 - 11.2022

Store Supervisor

Lifestyle Sports
Drogheda, Co. Louth, Ireland
10.2021 - 04.2022

Bar Supervisor

Jam Park / District 8
Swords, Co. Dublin, Ireland
05.2019 - 10.2019

Bar & Social Media Manager

The Wright Group
Swords, Co. Dublin, Ireland
01.2017 - 05.2019

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, Ireland
06.2021

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
08.2023 - Current

Duty Manager

Onsen Hot Pools Retreat & Day Spa
12.2022 - 08.2023

Product Manager

Havin' A Lovely Time
05.2022 - 11.2022

Barista & Social Media Manager

The Coffee Box
05.2022 - 11.2022

Store Supervisor

Lifestyle Sports
10.2021 - 04.2022

Events & Social Media Manager

The Mc Enaney Group
10.2019 - 11.2022

Bar Supervisor

Jam Park / District 8
05.2019 - 10.2019

Bar & Social Media Manager

The Wright Group
01.2017 - 05.2019

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
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