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Tinaka Maxwell

Bell Block,New Zealand

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. I am hardworking with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bartender /Karaoke Host

Shifty's Bar & TAB
Bell Block, New PLymouth
02.2021 - 11.2021
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Prepared and served alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
  • Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
  • Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.

Cook/Kitchen Hand

Waitara Town & Country
Waitara
01.2020
  • Operated deep fryer & Grill, Food prep, General cleaning of Kitchen
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
  • Customer Service
  • Cash Handling and Eftpos
  • Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
  • Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
  • Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
  • Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
  • Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
  • Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
  • Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
  • Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
  • Took inventory counts before and after shifts to complete food inventory or storage sheets.
  • Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
  • Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
  • Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
  • Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
  • Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.

Kitchen Hand

OCS New Plymouth
New Plymouth
01.2016
  • Cash handling, Customer service, Operating the deep fryer, Baking, Making Burgers and cabinet food, Food prep, Dishes and general cleaning
  • Received deliveries of food items and stored them properly.
  • Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators and hot holding units regularly to ensure food safety standards were met.
  • Operated dishwashers to sanitize dishes and silverware.
  • Maintained a neat work station throughout shift hours.
  • Followed all health code guidelines when handling food items.
  • Organized storage areas for efficient access to items when needed.
  • Restocked condiments on tables throughout restaurant dining room.
  • Cleaned dishes, pots, pans and utensils.
  • Swept and mopped floors to maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area.
  • Disposed of garbage according to health regulations.
  • Prepared hot foods, sandwiches and appetizers

Direct Marketing

HRV New Plymouth
New Plymouth
01.2011
  • Monthly Revenue-Achieve / exceed quota targets, Sales strategies
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
  • Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.

Bartender/Waitress

The Devon Hotel New Plymouth
New Plymouth
01.2009
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
  • Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
  • Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
  • Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
  • Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
  • Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
  • Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
  • Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
  • Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Organized storeroom inventory of supplies such as cups, napkins, straws.
  • Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
  • Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
  • Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
  • Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss goals and objectives set by management.
  • Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
  • Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
  • Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
  • Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
  • Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
  • Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
  • Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
  • Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
  • Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
  • Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.

Shop Assistant

Frankly Park Post & Lotto
New Plymouth
01.2009
  • Greeted customers and provided assistance with product selection.
  • Assisted in maintaining store appearance by stocking shelves, organizing displays, and ensuring cleanliness of the shop floor.
  • Operated the cash register to process customer purchases accurately and efficiently.
  • Provided information about products and services to customers.

Account Representative for Sky Television

MCL Group New Plymouth
New Plymouth
01.2008
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure client satisfaction.
  • Prepared reports detailing customer activities and progress towards goals.
  • Actively participated in weekly team meetings to discuss progress on projects.
  • Advised clients on best practices related to their accounts.
  • Processed orders promptly according to established procedures.
  • Assisted in developing strategies for increasing customer loyalty.
  • Participated in training programs designed to enhance job knowledge.
  • Maintained good rapport with customers and internal departments by proactively handling complex customer issues.
  • Utilized consultative approach to gain trust and confidence of customers.
  • Introduced new company products and services to existing clients to boost revenue.
  • Generated appointments and quotes through proactive outbound prospecting and lead activity management.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
  • Identified customer needs by asking questions and advising on best solutions.
  • Produced sales documents, finalized deals and filed records.

Bartender/Front of house

Breakers Bar & Cafe
New Plymouth
01.2008
  • Delivering customer service to a high standard, Taking of customer’s orders which includes being accurate in customers needs, Attending to the tables throughout the customers dining experience to make sure their needs were being met

Caregiving/Cleaning

Norfolk Lodge Rest Home
Waitara
01.2001
  • Doing day to day cares for the elderly including feeding, bathing and distributing medications, Cleaning & laundry, Being good company to the elderly and making sure they were comfortable and happy
  • Attended and actively participated in meetings to provide and receive information on patient progression.
  • Reviewed work list to prioritize patients and identify new admissions.
  • Collaborated with outpatient team to identify patients for handover and post-discharge follow-up.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
  • Kept informed of advances in medicine and computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment.
  • Identified potential risk factors impacting the safety or well-being of clients during assessments and communicated these findings promptly to the appropriate parties.
  • Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.

Education

Waitara High
Waitara, NZ
05-1991

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Marketing and sales experience
  • Professional Appearance
  • Cash Register operation
  • POS Systems
  • Building rapport
  • Upselling strategies
  • Relationship Building
  • Incident Reporting
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Disability Support
  • Meal Preparation
  • ADL Assistance
  • Computer skills
  • Patient Companionship
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Progress Documentation
  • Care Plan Adherence
  • Medication and Appointment Reminders
  • First aid and safety
  • Care Plan Management
  • COVID-19 Safety Policies
  • Problem-Solving
  • Dementia Care
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Medication Administration
  • Quality program protocols
  • Housekeeping
  • Territory sales
  • Cold-calling
  • Relationship selling
  • Strategic Planning
  • Closing Techniques
  • Product and Service Sales
  • Customer Relationship Building
  • Product Promotions
  • Performance Tracking
  • Negotiation Tactics
  • Interpersonal communication skills
  • Sales strategy development
  • Exceed sales goals
  • Closing sales
  • Product and service knowledge

Telephone

02041428203

Relevant Work Experience

  • 01/01/20, Cook/Kitchen Hand, Waitara Town & Country, Operated deep fryer & Grill, Food prep, General cleaning of Kitchen
  • 01/01/16, Kitchen Hand, OCS New Plymouth, Cash handling, Customer service, Operating the deep fryer, Baking, Making Burgers and cabinet food, Food prep, Dishes and general cleaning
  • 01/01/11, Direct Marketing, HRV New Plymouth, Monthly Revenue-Achieve / exceed quota targets., Sales strategies – Develops effective and specific territory plans to ensure revenue target delivery and sustainable growth. Develop relationships in new and existing customers and leverage to drive strategy through organization., Trusted advisor – Establishes relationships based on knowledge and customer requirements and commitment to value. Builds a foundation on which to harvest future business opportunities., Advance and close sales opportunities – through the successful execution of the sales strategy and roadmap. Collaborate with and support other call centre and marketing team on negotiation of close strategy and contracting., Support all marketing promotions and events in the given area for sales., Understand HRV sales models., Work independently and actively to develop sophistication in sales and negotiation skills, Calling potential clients to advise them of sales and promotions.
  • 01/01/09, Bartender/Waitress, The Devon Hotel New Plymouth, Working as part of a team that includes managers, hosts and bartenders., Responsible for welcoming guests to the restaurant and promoting the food and beverage menu whilst serving/delivering food and drinks to guests., Delivering outstanding food and beverage service to customers., Greeting all guests, using the guests’ name as often as possible., Taking orders from guests and offering advice on the menu., Giving guests an accurate bill then taking payment from them in cash or credit cards., Ensuring the Cashier Tally Sheets are accurate and any discrepancies are noted and signed by a supervisor., Adhering to all Licensing Laws, Weights and Measure Acts., Keeping the Place of Work and surrounding area clean and organized at all times.
  • 01/01/09, Shop Assistant, Frankly Park Post & Lotto, New Plymouth, Delivering exceptional customer service., Cash handling and knowing the cash register system., Product knowledge for customers postage needs all over the world.
  • 01/01/08, Account Representative for Sky Television, MCL Group New Plymouth, Exceptional cold calling skills, to sign up potential new customers over the phone., Upselling sales by offering deals to the potential new customer., Booking appointments, Which involved booking times with customers and organising the contractor to be on-site to install., Customer services skills over the phone.
  • 01/01/08, Bartender/Front of house, Breakers Bar & Cafe, New Plymouth, Delivering customer service to a high standard., Taking customer’s orders which includes being accurate in customers needs., Attending to the tables throughout the customers dining experience to make sure their needs were being met.
  • 01/01/01, Caregiving/Cleaning, Norfolk Lodge Rest Home, Waitara, Doing day to day cares for the elderly including feeding, bathing and distributing medications., Cleaning & laundry, Being good company to the elderly and making sure they were comfortable and happy.

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 09/04/75
  • Nationality: New Zealand Maori

References

  • Jason Olsson, 0276328042
  • Brooke Phelan, 0273096617
  • Stu Young, 0226179969

Certification

  • NZ Certificate in Culinary Arts Level 3
  • NZ Certificate in Art & Creativity Level 3

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Bartender /Karaoke Host

Shifty's Bar & TAB
02.2021 - 11.2021

Cook/Kitchen Hand

Waitara Town & Country
01.2020

Kitchen Hand

OCS New Plymouth
01.2016

Direct Marketing

HRV New Plymouth
01.2011

Bartender/Waitress

The Devon Hotel New Plymouth
01.2009

Shop Assistant

Frankly Park Post & Lotto
01.2009

Account Representative for Sky Television

MCL Group New Plymouth
01.2008

Bartender/Front of house

Breakers Bar & Cafe
01.2008

Caregiving/Cleaning

Norfolk Lodge Rest Home
01.2001

Waitara High
Tinaka Maxwell