Nicka Papera
Wellington,WGN
Summary
At Nicholsons, a Specialist Chef expertise in kitchen management and food safety regulations to mentor staff, enhance culinary experiences, and streamline operations. Demonstrated exceptional verbal communication, fostering team growth and reducing food waste significantly. Achieved cost-effective menu design, focusing on sustainability and quality, which contributed to increased establishment profitability. Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with Asian and Italian cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational English skills. Forward-thinking professional offering more than 20 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven work skills. High-performing Chef offering Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Traffic Control Supervisor
REMARKABLE PEOPLE
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Operated and safely navigated company vehicles to transport materials and equipment to job site.
- Set up cones, signs and barrel barricades and flagged traffic to encourage safety of customers, employees and traveling public.
- Read and interpreted plans, instructions and specifications to determine work activities and checked inventory and inspected equipment needed for job.
- Improved traffic flow by efficiently managing lane closures and diversions.
- Maintained traffic control closures for pilot car operation, lane and road closures and detoured routes to support crews working along public right-a-way.
- Created traffic control plans for difficult areas to support public and crew member safety.
- Ensured smooth traffic flow by promptly addressing any issues or concerns raised by motorists, pedestrians, or construction workers.
- Inspected traffic control devices to verify functionality, placement and safety compliance.
- Achieved higher compliance rates by training staff on the latest traffic control regulations and procedures.
- Streamlined operations, conducting routine site inspections to ensure proper traffic control measures were in place.
- Maintained clear communication channels between team members, ensuring prompt resolution of any arising issues in the field.
- Established strong professional relationships with local law enforcement agencies for improved collaboration during emergency situations.
- Developed comprehensive traffic management plans that considered the needs of all stakeholders, including businesses, residents, and commuters.
- Provided support during special events such as parades or marathons, coordinating temporary road closures and detours to ensure public safety.
- Reduced project delays by coordinating traffic control plans with construction teams and local authorities.
- Installed and maintained road markings to clearly define lanes and enhance road safety.
- Responded to citizen complaints to address community concerns and maintain public trust.
- Tested and troubleshot malfunctioning equipment to maintain traffic control devices in optimum condition.
PACKHOUSE SPECIALITY WORKER
Thomas Brothers Orchard
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
- Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
- Cleaned and straightened work areas to maximize productivity and safety.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently met deadlines under pressure while maintaining high-quality work output in fast-paced environment.
- Improved team morale and productivity through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Reported defective products or machinery to supervisor.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
- Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
- Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Broke down boxes and cartons, disposing of refuse in proper cardboard receptacles.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- On phone all day receiving ample incoming calls and emails
Education
High School Diploma -
School
Wellington, NZ 01.1979 - 01.1980
Skills
- Sanitation Practices
- Cost Control
- Food presentation
- Kitchen Management
- Butchering Techniques
- Menu development
- Grilling Techniques
- Food quality
- Recipe creation
- Food spoilage prevention
- Verbal and written communication
- Food Storage
i like to go to the gym , cycle , watch movies with friends and family
IM HARDWORKING , PUNTCTUAL , AND RELIABLE , I HAVE A CLEAN MOTORBIKE LICENSE AND A CLEAN MOTOR VEHICLE LICENSE WITH RELIABLE VEHICLE , I CAN PASS , MINISTRY OF JUSTICE , ALCOHOL AND DRUG TESTING CHECKS , FLEXIBLE WITH HOURS AS ALL THE CHILDREN HAVE LEFT THE NESTING , I CAN DO DAY OR NIGHT SHIFTS , OR EVEN SPLIT SHIFTS AND I CAN START AS SOON AS POSSIBLE , BUT MAINLY I LOVE TO WORK ESPECIALLY IN THIS INDUSTRY ,
Timeline
Traffic Control Supervisor
REMARKABLE PEOPLE
01.2022 - 01.2023
PACKHOUSE SPECIALITY WORKER
Thomas Brothers Orchard
01.2020 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
School
01.1979 - 01.1980
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