Te Rina Manawatu
Dunedin
Summary
Hardworking and reliable hospitality professional with extensive experience in commercial kitchens, catering, and food preparation. Proven ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environments while maintaining high food safety and hygiene standards. Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring staff, managing inventory, and delivering consistently high-quality meals. Adaptable, punctual, and committed to team success.
Enthusiastic professional experienced in front-of-house operations. Flexes easily between different positions and serves customers with positive, upbeat style. Consistently follows food safety and alcohol service standards.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
2020
2020
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Front of House Employee
Waterloo
Dunedin
09.2024 - 09.2025
- Greeted guests warmly and ensured positive first impressions.
- Managed guest inquiries and provided accurate information about services.
- Coordinated seating arrangements to optimize dining flow and guest comfort.
Baker
Night n day
Invercargill
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Prepared a wide variety of baked goods daily.
- Operated ovens and mixers to ensure consistent quality.
- Managed inventory of baking supplies and ingredients.
Retailer
K mart
Invercargill
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries.
- Managed inventory levels and restocked shelves regularly.
- Operated cash register and processed transactions efficiently.
Kitchen Hand
The Rocks
Kaiknura
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Maintained clean and safe workspaces.
- Followed food safety and sanitation procedures.
- Monitored food storage and stock rotation.
- Assisted with plating and meal presentation.
Head Chef
Takahanga Catering
Kaiknura
09.2018 - 03.2020
- Led kitchen operations and catering events.
- Created menus and prepared advanced dishes.
- Mentored kitchen staff.
- Managed inventory and stock ordering.
- Ensured food safety compliance.
Gourmet Burger Cook
Beach Break
Kaiknura
07.2013 - 06.2015
- Prepared food in fast-paced environments.
- Worked effectively within a team.
- Maintained high quality standards.
Cleaner
Top Ten Holiday Park
Kaiknura
12.2013 - 04.2014
- Maintained cleanliness across facilities.
- Used industrial cleaning products safely.
- Managed time efficiently to meet deadlines.
Gold Mining (Owner/Operator)
Exploration NZ
Reefton
01.2009 - 06.2013
- Co-owned and operated a small mining venture.
- Assisted with mineral extraction and operations.
Kitchen Hand
Commercial Hotel
Kaiknura
01.2007 - 11.2008
- Supported kitchen operations and food prep.
- Maintained hygiene and food safety standards.
Education
Nail Technician Level 4
Skills
Dunedin 09.2025 - 03.2026
Transport & Trucking -
Southern Institute of Technology
InvercargillSocial Services -
Kaikoura High School
Kaikoura, Transport & Truck Course -
Axiom
Skills
- Food Preparation
- Safe Food Handling
- Kitchen Operations
- Station Management
- Portion Control
- Food Presentation
- Cleaning
- Sanitising
- Hygiene Standards
- Stock Rotation
- Inventory Management
- Team Leadership
- Staff Mentoring
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Reliability
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- Tracks, Wheels & Rollers
- Forklift Licence
- Dangerous Goods
- Class 2 Licence
References
Available on request
Timeline
Nail Technician Level 4
Skills
09.2025 - 03.2026
Front of House Employee
Waterloo
09.2024 - 09.2025
Baker
Night n day
11.2023 - 03.2024
Retailer
K mart
01.2022 - 11.2022
Kitchen Hand
The Rocks
09.2021 - 12.2021
Head Chef
Takahanga Catering
09.2018 - 03.2020
Cleaner
Top Ten Holiday Park
12.2013 - 04.2014
Gourmet Burger Cook
Beach Break
07.2013 - 06.2015
Gold Mining (Owner/Operator)
Exploration NZ
01.2009 - 06.2013
Kitchen Hand
Commercial Hotel
01.2007 - 11.2008
Transport & Trucking -
Southern Institute of Technology
Social Services -
Kaikoura High School
Transport & Truck Course -
Axiom