Dedicated and hardworking professional with a proven track record in ownership, management, leadership, and communication. Detail ordinated in problem-solving and planning. Eager to utilize expertise to make an immediate impact in a new role.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Food & Beverage Supervisor
Montana Food and Events- Flame tree
02.2023 - Current
Oversee planning and execution of food and beverage services at events
Carrying out briefing prior to the events and assist with training for FOH Staff.
Ensure quality and presentation standards are met
Coordinate with teams and clients to meet their requirements
Handle customer inquiries and resolve issues during events.
Maintain inventory and stocktake of beverage and equipment.
Manage and maintain costs according to company guidelines
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
Owner/Operator
Kind stranger cafe
09.2022 - 12.2023
Look after all aspects of the business, ensuring its smooth operation, financial profitability, and customer satisfaction
Create and update menus, ensure food safety compliance
Oversee daily operations, manage inventory.
Cafe Manager
Miann (Sweet Cuisine Ltd)
08.2017 - 02.2022
Oversaw daily cafe operations to maintain smooth workflow in both front-of-house and back-of-house areas.
Recruiting, training, and supervising café staff
Preparing weekly work schedules for staff and finding suitable replacements in cases of staff absence
Ensuring that all café expenses are within budget and identifying ways to decrease operational costs
Receiving delivered café supplies and verifying that the correct items and quantities have been delivered
Taking inventory of café supplies and ordering new stock as needed
Resolving customer complaints regarding food quality and customer service
Suggesting new menu items based on customers' preferences and feedback
Kept cafe in full compliance with health code standards
Identifying strategies to retain and attract customers.
Senior Barista
Miann (Sweet Cuisine Ltd)
06.2016 - 06.2017
Welcoming customers, informing them about specials or new items, answering questions, and accepting orders and payments
Preparing foods, such as sandwiches or baked goods, and grinding and blending coffee beans, brewing coffee and tea, and serving items to customers
Packaging food and beverages for sale
Selling coffee and tea blends and brewing equipment, highlighting the differences between items, and educating customers about brewing methods
Cleaning and restocking work and dining areas, emptying trash and sanitizing equipment and utensils
Learning about brewing methods, beverage blends, food preparation, and presentation techniques to improve food quality
Updating signage and displays to attract customers
Taking inventory and replenishing items in display cases, at tables, or behind the counter
Working as part of a fun, high-energy team
Adhering to all food safety regulations and quality controls.
All Rounder
Green Bean Cafe
08.2014 - 05.2016
Welcomed customers and answered questions regarding menu items and preparation methods
Preparing and serving food and drinks
Taking orders from customers, and advising on daily specials or allergens
Operating a point-of-sale terminal and EFTPOS machine
Cash handling and banking
Clearing up used dishes and cutlery from tables and wiping them down, ready to reset
Taking dirty plates and cutlery to the kitchen for washing
Washing plates, cutlery, and utensils
Cleaning coffee grinders, coffee machines, blenders, and equipment
Refilling drink fridges and snack displays
Cleaning and maintaining the service area to food safety standards.