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Nicole Balasabas

Auckland

Summary

I am a motivated and responsible Year 12 student at Ormiston Senior College, with hands-on experience in food technology, barista training, and volunteering. My interests in baking, crochet, and music reflect my creativity, patience, and commitment to tasks. As an only child, I have developed strong household skills such as cooking, cleaning, and managing chores, which have taught me independence and time management. I actively volunteer at church events and sing in the choir, building strong communication and teamwork skills. I am adaptable, eager to learn, and excited to gain experience in a customer-focused environment where I can grow and contribute positively.

Overview

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Work History

Barista Training

  • Trained inside a working coffee shop environment, learning to prepare popular drinks like flat whites, lattes, and cappuccinos.
  • Operated a commercial espresso machine and practiced steaming milk, grinding beans, and tamping coffee correctly.
  • Followed strict hygiene and food safety standards while working around food and drinks.
  • Learned how to take customer orders, prepare items quickly, and communicate clearly with the team.
  • Gained confidence in handling busy service times and staying calm under pressure.
  • Received a certificate of completion for barista basics and food hygiene.

Volunteering

  • Helped serve food and drinks at church and community events.
  • Took part in setting up venues, decorating, and cleaning up afterward.
  • Supported children and elderly attendees in various activities.
  • Followed instructions, worked respectfully with adults, and showed initiative.


Helping Family

  • Helped regularly with food preparation and cleaning in the kitchen.
  • Practiced good hygiene and safety when cooking meals for the family.
  • Assisted with grocery shopping, organising ingredients, and managing time while preparing meals.
  • Took initiative in daily tasks, showing responsibility and attention to detail.
  • Assisted with cleaning and keeping the workplace tidy.

Soft skills/Personal Qualities

  • I enjoy working with others and supporting my team to get tasks done.
  • I am friendly and welcoming, and I enjoy helping people.
  • I stay calm and flexible when plans or tasks change.
  • I stay cheerful, respectful, and polite, even when under pressure.


Food Technology Class

  • Took extra responsibility in helping tidy up the kitchen after practical classes.
  • Assisted classmates with measuring and preparing ingredients .
  • Applied knowledge of food hygiene, safety procedures, and time management.
  • Recognised by teachers for being helpful, respectful, and detail-focused.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ormiston Senior College
Ormiston Road, Manukau City Centre
12.2026

Skills

  • Basic Food Handling and Hygiene
  • Customer Service
  • Cleaning and Sanitation Procedures
  • Friendly and Approachable
  • Problem Solving
  • Basic Household Skills
  • Creative Skills
  • Teamwork

Certification

  • CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION

This certificate is presented to: NICOLE BALASABAS For participating in the "2 hour Barista essentials session" organized by Tinto Roots Limited

  • CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE AWARDED TO: Nicole Balasabas AWARDED FOR: Always STRIVE to do her best in class.
  • CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE AWARDED TO: Nicole Balasabas AWARDED FOR: Striving for Excellence in work

Languages

English
Professional Working
Tagalog
Professional Working

Interests

  • Crochet
  • Crafts
  • Playing Musical Instruments
  • Baking
  • Cooking
  • Volunteering
  • Community Engagement
  • Choir
  • Ukulele
  • Guitar
  • Helping
  • Creativity
  • Teamwork

Timeline

Barista Training

Volunteering

Helping Family

Soft skills/Personal Qualities

Food Technology Class

High School Diploma -

Ormiston Senior College

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