Matthew McLelland
CBD,New Zealand
Summary
I've worked in hospitality for over 10 years and have loved every moment. Due to being a part of the industry for so long, I have developed various skills in many different aspects of it, mainly excelling in mixology and bartending. I have a passion for people and consider myself easy to get along with all while maintaining a professional standard.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Caretaker
02.2023 - 01.2025
- I worked at Caretaker for 2 years as a bartender and floor staff, due to the nature of the menu-less venue I learned an array of classic cocktails and the skills to have a conversation with customers to create a drink on the spot that was perfect for them.
Bartender
Elmo’s Italian Eatery
01.2021 - Current
- Working as head bartender at Elmo’s being responsible for the quality of drinks being sent out, stock take, customer service, preparation of prebatches and ingredients, and serving customers
Barback
Fitzroy Lounge Bar
01.2021 - 12.2021
Chilled Food Assistant and Checkout Operator
Countdown
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Company Overview: I worked as a chilled food assistant and checkout operator at Countdown
- I was responsible for planning, executing, and reporting on stock-fill while maintaining a high level of time management, engaging with customers to ensure a positive in-store experience, and helping serve customers while also managing transactions
- I worked as a chilled food assistant and checkout operator at Countdown
- I was responsible for planning, executing, and reporting on stock-fill while maintaining a high level of time management, engaging with customers to ensure a positive in-store experience, and helping serve customers while also managing transactions
Kitchen hand
Di mare restaurant
01.2014 - 12.2018
Education
Level 4 - Information Technologies
NZSE
Hospitality NCEA LV2 - Customer service skills, Food preparation skills
Academy New Zealand
NCEA Level 2 - Math, English, Physics, Economics, Accounting
Auckland Grammar School
01.2016
Skills
- Mixology
- Time management
- Communication
- Leadership
- Service
- Engaging personality
- Staff management
- New hire training
Accomplishments
- First Aid certificate, 06/01/16, Obtained at Auckland Grammar School
- Food Allergens Training
- Basic Barista certificate
References
- Lennox Newton-Ogden Manager @Caretaker, 022-348-2592
- Jongkyoung Kim Manager @Caretaker, 021-0851-7497
- Tomas Carter Manager @Churchill, 021-023-8229
- James Derig, Manager @Fitzroy, 021-224-4858
- Jono Hester, Manager @Fitzroy, 021-0262-9115
Timeline
Bartender
Caretaker
02.2023 - 01.2025
Bartender
Elmo’s Italian Eatery
01.2021 - Current
Barback
Fitzroy Lounge Bar
01.2021 - 12.2021
Chilled Food Assistant and Checkout Operator
Countdown
01.2018 - 12.2021
Kitchen hand
Di mare restaurant
01.2014 - 12.2018
Level 4 - Information Technologies
NZSE
Hospitality NCEA LV2 - Customer service skills, Food preparation skills
Academy New Zealand
NCEA Level 2 - Math, English, Physics, Economics, Accounting
Auckland Grammar School
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