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Education
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Robert Connell-Rule

Palmerston North,MWT

Summary

Extremely motivated to constantly develop my skills and grow professionally. Customer service oriented and adept at problem solving, with extensive experience gained in the customer service and building industry. Thorough and attentive to detail in all professional matters. Proficient in communications, time management and driving. Ability to work in any given space and complete work on or before the deadline.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Front of House Server

Yummy Mummy's Cheesecakes
10.2023 - 09.2024
  • Contributed to team efficiency by promptly clearing tables and resetting them for incoming guests.
  • Persevered during peak hours while remaining courteous towards customers despite time constraints and high-pressure situations.
  • Maintained a clean and inviting dining area, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere for guests.
  • Supported overall restaurant operations by assisting with opening or closing duties as needed.
  • Addressed customer concerns swiftly and professionally, resolving issues and ensuring repeat patronage.
  • Assisted in training new Front of House Servers, fostering teamwork and improving overall service quality.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately while maintaining a secure till, minimizing discrepancies in financial records.

Spray Painter/ Sandblaster

Genesis Engineering
11.2022 - 09.2023
  • Cleaned and prepared equipment necessary for projects.
  • Delivered timely completion of projects by effectively managing workload and prioritizing tasks.
  • Wore proper respiratory and safety equipment at all times.
  • Maintained knowledge of equipment necessary to complete jobs, acquiring new skills and techniques.
  • Maintained clean workspaces through regular cleaning of tools, equipment, and surfaces.
  • Monitored progress throughout each stage of a job ensuring desired end result was achieved.
  • Mixed paint colors and appropriate chemicals to complete projects.
  • Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new equipment, techniques, and industry trends related to spray painting.

Warehouse Worker

Doorways
09.2021 - 09.2022
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
  • Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
  • Achieved timely dispatch of orders using effective time management strategies during the picking process.
  • Assembled cavity sliders
  • Delivered doors to site

Warehouse Worker

Auckland Japanese Car Parts
03.2022 - 08.2022
  • Picked parts from the warehouse to be cleaned and wrapped to be sent to the customer.
  • Delivery driver

HAMMER HAND/LABOURER

Quantum Construction
02.2019 - 06.2020
  • Maintained and organized numerous tools and supplies
  • Use and knowledge of hand/power tools
  • Exterior and interior building i.e weather boards and jibbing ect
  • Exterior and interior finishings
  • Framing and ground work i.e
  • Interior framing and footing work
  • Foundation work i.e piles for new build as well as excavation and lifting of house for basement/garage build
  • Roofing - tin roof.

LANDSCAPER/BUILDER

Century Landscape Solutions
08.2017 - 12.2018
  • Landscaping and hardscaping
  • Use and knowledge of hand/power tools
  • Drigger operator
  • General labour -digging holes, moving land and materials
  • Building retaining walls, parkspace/ carports, fences, decks ect
  • Water features and waterfalls
  • Astro turf and roll out lawn.

Education

CERTIFICATE OF AUTOMOTIVE AND MECHANICAL ENGINEERING: LEVEL THREE -

Unitec Albany
01.2013

Skills

  • Creative spirit
  • Reliable and professional
  • Organized
  • Time management
  • Team player
  • Fast learner
  • Motivated
  • Front line customer service
  • Cash handling
  • Administrative skills
  • Communication skills
  • Stock management
  • Team management
  • Organizational skills
  • Collaborative nature
  • Medium to advanced knowledge on hand and power tools as well as machinery ie digger
  • First Aid Certificate
  • Full Drivers Licence

References

  • Quantum Construction - Owner, 021-678-040
  • Century Landscapes - Owner, 027-412-5220

Hobbies and Interests

  • Automotive/Electrical
  • General Outdoors
  • Music
  • Computer
  • Socializing
  • Sports

Timeline

Front of House Server

Yummy Mummy's Cheesecakes
10.2023 - 09.2024

Spray Painter/ Sandblaster

Genesis Engineering
11.2022 - 09.2023

Warehouse Worker

Auckland Japanese Car Parts
03.2022 - 08.2022

Warehouse Worker

Doorways
09.2021 - 09.2022

HAMMER HAND/LABOURER

Quantum Construction
02.2019 - 06.2020

LANDSCAPER/BUILDER

Century Landscape Solutions
08.2017 - 12.2018

CERTIFICATE OF AUTOMOTIVE AND MECHANICAL ENGINEERING: LEVEL THREE -

Unitec Albany
Robert Connell-Rule