Saffy Cribb
Auckland,Mount Eden
Summary
Professional with experience in sports and coaching, prepared for this role. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs, with skills in leadership, communication, and strategic planning. Passionate about fostering inclusive and motivating environment.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Dog Handler/Pack Walker
Pet Adventures
02.2021 - Current
- Lead, manage and train groups of dogs with varying behavioural issues, ensuring safe and controlled walks and promoting positive socialisation.
- Apply a range of different techniques to address/cater to dogs with a wide range of behavioural issues, including fear and anxiety issues, aggression, and leash reactivity.
- Introduce and reinforce leash manners, recall, rules, and boundaries essential for pack dynamic and overall pack control.
- Evaluate each dog and cater to their unique personalities to build strong relationships and bonds.
- Observe and recognise temperament, behaviours, and personalities of each dog to help bond and build strong pack dynamics.
- Maintain constant focus during walks, ensuring safety for both the dogs and the public by managing pack dynamics and controlling interactions in shared public locations.
- Took initiative by maintaining the yard, upholding workplace standards, reporting issues, and suggesting improvements to enhance operational efficiency, demonstrating proactive problem-solving, strategic thinking, and a commitment to the company’s success.
- Supported training of new employees, sharing knowledge of training techniques, canine body language, workplace systems and processes, and importance of client service/relationships.
- Connect and communicate with owners to provide feedback and progress updates and to build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
- Contributed to customer loyalty and satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information or resolutions.
Dog Handler/Pack Walker
Pet Adventures
02.2021 - Current
- Lead, manage and train groups of dogs with varying behavioural issues, ensuring safe and controlled walks and promoting positive socialisation.
- Apply a range of different techniques to address/cater to dogs with a wide range of behavioural issues, including fear and anxiety issues, aggression, and leash reactivity.
- Introduce and reinforce leash manners, recall, rules, and boundaries essential for pack dynamic and overall pack control.
- Evaluate each dog and cater to their unique personalities to build strong relationships and bonds.
- Observe and recognise temperament, behaviours, and personalities of each dog to help bond and build strong pack dynamics.
- Maintain constant focus during walks, ensuring safety for both the dogs and the public by managing pack dynamics and controlling interactions in shared public locations.
- Took initiative by maintaining the yard, upholding workplace standards, reporting issues, and suggesting improvements to enhance operational efficiency, demonstrating proactive problem-solving, strategic thinking, and a commitment to the company’s success.
- Supported training of new employees, sharing knowledge of training techniques, canine body language, workplace systems and processes, and importance of client service/relationships.
- Connect and communicate with owners to provide feedback and progress updates and to build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
- Contributed to customer loyalty and satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information or resolutions.
Front of House & Barista
Cafe' Botannix
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with co-workers.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.
- Suggesting initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and company success.
- Assisted in training of new employees, sharing knowledge of coffee making techniques and customer service standards.
- Showcased versatility by assisting in other areas of the café/business as needed, including food preparation and working in the garden centre.
- Increased repeat business by providing exceptional customer service and building rapport with customers.
- Fostered loyal customer base by remembering regulars' orders and preferences, making them feel valued.
Front of House Employee
The Federal Store
08.2018 - 03.2019
- Maintained a clean and welcoming environment for guests, contributing to positive dining experiences.
- Handled high-pressure situations and maintained excellent service standards even during peak hours or understaffed shifts.
- Displayed strong ability to multitask and handle multiple tasks, particularly through busy shifts
Assistant Volunteer Coach
Taranaki Hockey Association
- I was an active participant in the association all through my secondary schooling years
- Voluntary coach for Taranaki Youth Academy
- Voluntary Umpiring for primary and intermediate grades
- Head Coach of Frankley School Primary's mixed grade team
- Contributed to a positive coaching environment, fostering strong relationships with the kids and their families.
- Planned and led engaging, fun-focused training sessions designed to prioritise enjoyment and ensure active participation, while also fostering skill development in a positive and supportive environment
Kitchen Hand & Housekeeper
The Plymouth Hotel & Autolodge
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Organized dishwashing and storage processes, while supporting food preparation and service for hotel events.
- Effectively managed time to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring efficiency and maintaining smooth operations.
Education
NCEA Level 1, 2 & 3 - Merit Endorsement
Sacred Heart Girls' College
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise -
Massey University
02.2025
Skills
- Collaborative mindset
- Leadership - while I may not be in a formal leadership position, suggesting improvements demonstrates I take ownership of my environment and influence positive change
- Accountability - by proposing solutions, I take responsibility for improving the workplace, showing I am someone who cares about outcomes and takes ownership and pride of my role in achieving success
- Effective communication - Verbal and written
- Proactive
- Problem Solving
- Innovative
- Building relationships
- Group leadership
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Continuous improvement
Awards
- Massey Academy of Sport Scholarship
- Massey Blues Award
Sporting Achievements
- Sacred Heart First XI Hockey Team, 2013-2017
- Taranaki Hockey Representative, 2011-2016
- Central Districts Hockey Representative U18, U21 & Womens NHL, 2017-2019
- NZ U21 Womens Maori Hockey Team, 2017 & 2018
Timeline
Dog Handler/Pack Walker
Pet Adventures
02.2021 - Current
Dog Handler/Pack Walker
Pet Adventures
02.2021 - Current
Front of House & Barista
Cafe' Botannix
01.2019 - 02.2020
Front of House Employee
The Federal Store
08.2018 - 03.2019
Kitchen Hand & Housekeeper
The Plymouth Hotel & Autolodge
01.2015 - 01.2017
Assistant Volunteer Coach
Taranaki Hockey Association
NCEA Level 1, 2 & 3 - Merit Endorsement
Sacred Heart Girls' College
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise -
Massey University
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