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Overview
Work History
Education
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Riki Tapiki

Tauranga,BOP

Summary

Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Sales Manager

The Chemist Warehouse
09.2023 - Current

Kaitunu

Te Wananga Ō Raukawa
03.2021 - 11.2021

Kaikawhe

Nga Purapura, Te Wananga Ō Raukawa
03.2021 - 11.2021

Vegan Cook

Wild Earth Organics
2017 - 2018

Barista, organic produce packer.

Manager

The Public Catering Company
2016

Front of House

Madam Woo
2015

Restaurant Manager

Riverstone Kitchen
2012 - 2015

Head Barista

Ginger Cafe
2011 - 2012

Head Barista

Blip Cafe
2006 - 2011

Assistant Restaurant Manager

Royal Motor Yacht Club
2008 - 2010

Store Manager

Max Brenner Chocolate Shop
2004 - 2006

Barista, Chocolate Maker

Restaurant Supervisor

The Duxton Hotel/Vibe Hotel
2002 - 2004

Room Service/FOH

The Duxton Hotel
2000 - 2002
  • Runner Up Employee of the year 2002

Front of House, Room Service

The Novotel Hotel
1999

Front Office Receptionist

Airport Hotel
1998

Administration Assistant

National Archives Of New Zealand
1997

The Dining Room

The White Hart Hotel
2019

Education

Bachelor of Arts - French Language

Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, NZ
03.2020

Diploma of Language Studies - Te Reo Maori

Te Wananga Ō Raukawa
Otaki, NZ
03.2021

Certificate Level 5 - Te Reo Maori

Te Wananga Ō Raukawa
Otaki, NZ
02.2021

Certificate Level 4 - Te Reo Maori

Te Wananga Ō Raukawa
Otaki, NZ
2020

Certificate - Hospitality Hotel Front Office Operations

Central Institute of Technology
Trentham, Wellington NZ
2018

Hawera High School

Skills

  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • A great sense of humour
  • Able to work autonomously
  • Food safety understanding
  • Quality Control
  • Reliable work ethic
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Food service skills
  • Guest Relations Management
  • Conflict and Complaint Resolution
  • Customer service focus

Timeline

Retail Sales Manager

The Chemist Warehouse
09.2023 - Current

Kaitunu

Te Wananga Ō Raukawa
03.2021 - 11.2021

Kaikawhe

Nga Purapura, Te Wananga Ō Raukawa
03.2021 - 11.2021

Vegan Cook

Wild Earth Organics
2017 - 2018

Manager

The Public Catering Company
2016

Front of House

Madam Woo
2015

Restaurant Manager

Riverstone Kitchen
2012 - 2015

Head Barista

Ginger Cafe
2011 - 2012

Head Barista

Blip Cafe
2006 - 2011

Assistant Restaurant Manager

Royal Motor Yacht Club
2008 - 2010

Store Manager

Max Brenner Chocolate Shop
2004 - 2006

Restaurant Supervisor

The Duxton Hotel/Vibe Hotel
2002 - 2004

Room Service/FOH

The Duxton Hotel
2000 - 2002

Front of House, Room Service

The Novotel Hotel
1999

Front Office Receptionist

Airport Hotel
1998

Administration Assistant

National Archives Of New Zealand
1997

The Dining Room

The White Hart Hotel
2019

Bachelor of Arts - French Language

Victoria University of Wellington

Diploma of Language Studies - Te Reo Maori

Te Wananga Ō Raukawa

Certificate Level 5 - Te Reo Maori

Te Wananga Ō Raukawa

Certificate Level 4 - Te Reo Maori

Te Wananga Ō Raukawa

Certificate - Hospitality Hotel Front Office Operations

Central Institute of Technology

Hawera High School
Riki Tapiki