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Work History
Education
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Summary Of Career Experience
Key Professional Strengths
References
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Alisi Fifita

Alisi Fifita

Events Manager
Templestowe Lower,VIC

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisor (Outlet)

Epicure
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Organise workflow and ensuring that employees understand their duties
  • Delegated tasks and allocations of different roles to different people making sure they are suitable for the role
  • Receive and deal with complaints and resolve problems
  • Maintain timekeeping and personnel records
  • Liaise with client and management and pass onto employees.

Induction Trainer (Outlet)

Ice Professionals
Auckland
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Supported new employees in their transition to the workplace by providing constructive feedback on performance and areas for improvement.
  • Streamlined the induction process by creating user-friendly documentation outlining key steps and expectations for both mentors and mentees.
  • Developed strong relationships with mentees, promoting trust and transparency throughout the induction journey.
  • Assessed individual learning needs, adapting mentoring approaches as needed to accommodate diverse preferences and abilities.
  • Cultivated a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering open communication between mentors and mentees.

Assistant Manager (Front Office/Admin)

Novotel Sydney City Center
Dec.2022 - Current

• Responsibility for the health and safety of all patrons, guests and staff members.
• Handle general enquiries whilst go above and beyond with each guest experience.
• Handle complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts by negotiating with relevant parties.
• Supervise staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met focusing on attention to detail.
• Professional development of Front Office All Rounders to ensure strong succession planning.
• Assist in all areas of the hotel to eliminate potential issues including Food & Beverage operations.
• Understand the impact of the department’s operations on the overall property financial goals and objectives and manage to achieve or exceed goals.

Assistant Venue Manager (8 outlets)

Peter Rowland - David Jones Food Hall
11.2021 - 12.2022
  • Enhanced team productivity with strong leadership, training, and support for all staff members.
  • Streamlined office procedures by implementing efficient filing systems and managing schedules.
  • Implemented time-saving techniques to optimize administrative processes, increasing overall efficiency within the office.
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring timely completion of tasks and maintaining a well-organized work environment.
  • Assisted in budget preparation and financial management, helping to reduce expenses while maintaining quality service levels.

Duty Manager (Events -Outlet)

Urban Gourmet / Montana Catering
Auckland, Auckland
02.2020 - 06.2021
  • Ensure the smooth operations between the Beverage & Gaming Operation, so that customers have an exceptional experience
  • Overseeing the delivery of excellent customer service across all facets of the business
  • Maintaining knowledge of venue compliance, regulations and venue operations
  • Improving staff knowledge and skill set to improve on customer engagement
  • Create successful work schedules for each event for team members to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts
  • Collaborated with other department managers to develop strategies for improving overall hotel operations and guest experiences.

Duty Manager (Events/ Outlet)

Suppremo Hospitality Solutions
Auckland
11.2017 - 02.2020
  • Managed staff scheduling for optimal coverage, ensuring efficient operations during peak hours.
  • Enhanced team performance by providing ongoing coaching, feedback, and training opportunities for staff members.
    • Initiated plans to improve customer quality standards and service efficiency.
    • Liaise with client and keep staff updated always Supports and guide the team during the event Manage stock-keeping detailed records of the drinks.
    • Maintain the highest standards of personal hygiene and safety Trained staff in essential job function.

Events/Project Coordinator

AUS Aid
01.2016 - 09.2017
  • Tracked time and expenses to keep the project on task and within budgetary parameters
  • Collaborated with town officers and church leaders to comply with needs for project requirement
  • Point of contact, liaised between clients to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

Project Events Coordinator

Tonga Tourism Authority
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Coordinated presentations for customers and project members to detail project scope, progress and results
  • Formulate complete project plans and coordinate designs
  • Developed executive presentations and reports to facilitate project evaluation and process improvement
  • Liaise between clients to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments
  • Performed on-site visits, checked the compliance of company safety plans and delivered recommendations to address regulatory issues
  • Kept project on schedule by maintaining deadlines and adjusting workflows
  • Coordinated presentations for customers and project members to detail project scope, progress and results.

Manager

Coffee Post (Coffeeshop)
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Established and administered budget with controls to prevent overages, minimised burn rate and support objectives
  • Directed initiatives to achieve regular compliance, foster good practice and meet quality standards
  • Established positive and effective communications amongst customers and staff
  • Strategically managed resources and tools to meet the current situation
  • Trained new staff to meet the needs and standard of service required.

Education

Fire Warden Training (Accor) -

Sydney
Sydney, NSW

First Aid Certificate (Accor) -

Sydney
Sydney, NSW

RSA (Responsible Serving of Alcohol) -

Sydney
Sydney, NSW

LCQ - Liquor Controller Qualification NZ -

AIS Auckland NZ
Auckland, NZ

Coordinator of Tourism -

TVB Nuku'alofa Tonga
Nuku'alofa, Tonga

Certificate Competency - World Class Tourism -

Auckland NZ
Auckland, NZ

Masters of Business Administration International Business and Finance -

AIS Auckland NZ
Auckland, NZ
01.2021

Licensing/Manager's Certificate (3 yrs valid) -

Auckland District Licensing NZ
Auckland, NZ
01.2018

Graduate Diploma in Tourism Management -

AIS Auckland NZ
Auckland, NZ
01.2017

Diploma in Tourism Management -

TIHE Tonga Institute of Higher Education
01.2015

Skills

  • Recruiting and Interviewing
  • Operations Management
  • Employee Scheduling
  • Cost Reduction
  • Event Coordination
  • Coaching and Training
  • Office Supplies and Inventory
  • Operational Support

Summary Of Career Experience

  • 2022-01-01, Current, Assistant Manager (Front Office/Admin), Novotel Sydney City Center, Sydney, NSW
  • 2021-11-01, 2022-12-01, Assistant Venue Manager (8 outlets), Peter Rowland - David Jones Food Hall, Sydney, NSW
  • 2020-01-01, 2021-12-01, Duty Manager (Events - Outlet/Gaming), Urban Gourmet / Montana Catering, Auckland, NZ
  • 2017-01-01, 2020-02-01, Duty Manager / Team Leader, Suppremo Hospitality Solutions, Auckland, NZ
  • 2016-01-01, 2017-01-01, Supervisor (Outlet), Epicure, Auckland, NZ
  • 2016-01-01, 2017-01-01, Induction Trainer (Outlet), Ice Professionals, Auckland, NZ
  • 2014-01-01, 2016-01-01, Project Events Coordinator, Tonga Tourism Authority, Nuku'alofa, Tonga
  • 2012-01-01, 2013-12-01, Manager, Coffee Post (Coffeeshop), Nuku'alofa, Tonga
  • 2011-01-01, 2011-01-01, Project Coordinator, AUS Aid, Nuku'alofa, Tonga

Key Professional Strengths

  • Excellent Staff Management and Leadership
  • Commitment, motivation and driven
  • Strong Cost Control, Operational Streamlining & Training
  • Problem solving abilities
  • Positive can-do attitude

References

Johnny Sanaullah – Front Office Manager
Novotel Sydney City Centre Email: johnny.sanaullah@accor.com, Ph: +61 (02) 7255 2300, Mob: +61 0451 674 530

Bruno Dubois - Managing Director
Island Pacific Resort Ltd, Tui Facility Management Pty Ltd
Email: dubois@tuiaustralia.com, Ph: +61 (03) 9850 6767, Mob: +61 0417 580 535

Dr Semisi Taumoepeau - Associate Director of Pasifika Relation AucklandInstitute of Studies (AIS)
Email: semisit@ais.ac.nz, Ph: +64 (09) 845 5606 ext. 210

Victoria Erceg - Facilities Manager (previously Operations Manager)
Urban Gourmet (Montana Catering Auckland)
Email: victoria@urbangourmet.co.nz, Ph: (09) 301 3754,
Mob: +64 021 772 890

Work Availability

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Timeline

Assistant Manager (Front Office/Admin)

Novotel Sydney City Center
Dec.2022 - Current

Assistant Venue Manager (8 outlets)

Peter Rowland - David Jones Food Hall
11.2021 - 12.2022

Duty Manager (Events -Outlet)

Urban Gourmet / Montana Catering
02.2020 - 06.2021

Duty Manager (Events/ Outlet)

Suppremo Hospitality Solutions
11.2017 - 02.2020

Events/Project Coordinator

AUS Aid
01.2016 - 09.2017

Supervisor (Outlet)

Epicure
01.2016 - 01.2017

Induction Trainer (Outlet)

Ice Professionals
01.2016 - 01.2017

Project Events Coordinator

Tonga Tourism Authority
01.2014 - 01.2016

Manager

Coffee Post (Coffeeshop)
01.2012 - 01.2013

Fire Warden Training (Accor) -

Sydney

First Aid Certificate (Accor) -

Sydney

RSA (Responsible Serving of Alcohol) -

Sydney

LCQ - Liquor Controller Qualification NZ -

AIS Auckland NZ

Coordinator of Tourism -

TVB Nuku'alofa Tonga

Certificate Competency - World Class Tourism -

Auckland NZ

Masters of Business Administration International Business and Finance -

AIS Auckland NZ

Licensing/Manager's Certificate (3 yrs valid) -

Auckland District Licensing NZ

Graduate Diploma in Tourism Management -

AIS Auckland NZ

Diploma in Tourism Management -

TIHE Tonga Institute of Higher Education
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