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Nick Olphert

Invercargill,STL

Summary

I’m a motivated and hard-working person with experience in hospitality, retail, painting, and bartending. I’m quick to pick things up, reliable, and always bring good energy to the team. I’m comfortable working with customers, handling money, keeping things organised, and jumping in wherever I’m needed. I’ve got a strong personality, a good sense of humour, and I always show up ready to get the job done properly.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Function Bartending

Ascot Park Hotel
Invercargill Central, Invercargill
05.2025 - Current
  • Got used to serving drinks quickly during busy events without messing up orders.
  • Learned how to talk to all kinds of people, stay friendly, and give good service even when it’s hectic.
  • Got confident making a range of cocktails and basic drinks properly and consistently.
  • Managed cash and EFTPOS payments responsibly and kept my till balanced.
  • Stayed on top of my tasks and kept things moving, even during rushes or big events.
  • Worked closely with other bartenders, wait staff, and kitchen crew to keep the event running smoothly.
  • Kept an eye on drink supplies and restocked when needed without being told.
  • Always kept the bar area clean, wiped down benches, and followed food safety rules.
  • Handled things like rude customers, broken glasses, or low stock without panicking.
  • Showed up on time, dressed well for formal events, and stayed focused till pack-down was done.

FOH Team Member

Lone Star
Invercargill CBD, Invercargill
02.2024 - Current
  • Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
  • Assisted with food preparation and ensured proper presentation of dishes.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area and workstations.
  • Collaborated with team members to fulfill orders efficiently during peak hours.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately at the front register.
  • Monitored inventory levels and reported shortages to management promptly.
  • Trained new staff on restaurant procedures and customer service standards.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and resolved issues in a timely manner.
  • Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing change, and balancing the cash drawer.
  • Maintained cleanliness of dining area including tables, chairs, floors, windowsills.
  • Welcomed each patron warmly, opened door and engaged guests to learn how to best serve needs.
  • Provided excellent customer service by ensuring orders were accurate and delivered in a timely manner.
  • Completed daily side work tasks assigned by supervisor or manager.
  • Stocked supplies such as silverware, condiments, napkins throughout the shift.
  • Assisted colleagues whenever needed during peak business hours.
  • Frequently covered shifts when they were avaliable
  • Inspected food quality prior to serving it out to customers.
  • Delivered guest orders to correct tables or take-out counter.
  • Bussed tables between courses, loading and unloading trays to expedite service.

Painter/Laborer

Olphert Contracting Ltd
West Invercargill, Invercargill
01.2024 - Current
  • Applied primer and paint using brushes, rollers, and spray guns to get clean, even finishes.
  • Prepped surfaces by sanding, scraping, and cleaning to make sure paint stuck properly and looked good.
  • Worked with other team members to finish jobs on time and meet client expectations.
  • Did touch-ups and small repairs to keep the final result looking sharp and up to standard.
  • Water blasted exterior surfaces to remove dirt and prep houses before painting.
  • Removed old wallpaper using steamers and scrapers to get walls ready for fresh paint.
  • Transported tools and materials like ladders, drop cloths, and scaffolding to job sites.
  • Filled in cracks, holes, and joints using caulking guns and putty knives before painting.
  • Sprayed on primers, undercoats, and finish coats with the right coverage.
  • Built and set up ladders and scaffolding safely to work at height.
  • Applied sealers and primers to wood and metal surfaces to get them ready for top coats.

Retail Worker

The Warehouse
West Invercargill, Invercargill
04.2025 - 08.2025
  • Greeted customers, helped them find what they were looking for, and answered questions about products.
  • Provided friendly and helpful service to make sure customers had a good experience and left satisfied.
  • Handled returns and exchanges by following store policies and keeping things calm and respectful.
  • Restocked shelves and kept displays looking clean, neat, and easy for customers to shop from.
  • Monitored stock levels and let managers know when we were running low on anything.
  • Took care of daily tasks like sweeping floors, cleaning shelves, mopping spills, and emptying bins to keep the store tidy.
  • Followed opening and closing procedures, including setting up displays and counting cash.
  • Helped with merchandising projects to make products stand out more and boost sales.
  • Jumped in to help other departments when the store was busy or short-staffed.
  • Worked with teammates to keep the store safe, clean, and running smoothly.
  • Trained new team members on how the store worked and how to give great customer service.
  • Stayed positive and approachable to create a good vibe at work and help build customer loyalty.

FOH Team Member

Waxy's Irish Pub
Invercargill CBD, Invercargill
08.2022 - 06.2024
  • Greeted customers with a positive attitude and made sure they had a good experience from start to finish.
  • Took orders and delivered food to tables or the takeaway counter, always checking everything was correct and on time.
  • Answered customer questions and handled any issues quickly and respectfully.
  • Helped out with food prep and checked food quality before it was served to make sure it met our standards.
  • Ran the cash register, handled payments, gave the right change, and balanced the till at the end of shifts.
  • Restocked supplies like cutlery, napkins, sauces, and condiments to stay prepared during rushes.
  • Bussed and reset tables between customers to keep service flowing smoothly.
  • Kept the dining area, front counter, and kitchen workstations clean and organised.
  • Worked closely with team members to stay on top of orders, especially during busy times.
  • Took on extra shifts when needed and always showed up ready to help.
  • Completed daily side tasks from the manager to keep things running properly.
  • Helped train new team members by showing them how things worked and setting a good example.
  • Barista trained and have done multiple cocktail courses

Education

NCEA Level 2 -

James Hargest College
Invercargill, NZ

Skills

  • Cocktail preparation
  • Customer engagement
  • Beverage management
  • Inventory monitoring
  • Team collaboration
  • Works well under pressure
  • Used to high pressure environments
  • Well rounded
  • Physically fit

Affiliations

  • Gym
  • Kickboxing
  • Boxing
  • Basketball

Timeline

Function Bartending

Ascot Park Hotel
05.2025 - Current

Retail Worker

The Warehouse
04.2025 - 08.2025

FOH Team Member

Lone Star
02.2024 - Current

Painter/Laborer

Olphert Contracting Ltd
01.2024 - Current

FOH Team Member

Waxy's Irish Pub
08.2022 - 06.2024

NCEA Level 2 -

James Hargest College

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