ATHENAIS ROGER
Melbourne,Australia
Summary
Motivated and adaptable French hospitality professional with a diverse background in large scale events supervision, remote operations, and sales management. Known for thriving in high-pressure environments, taking initiative, and excelling in customer-focused roles. Adept at balancing hands-on service with operational oversight. Fast learner, resilient, and solutions-oriented with an eye for detail and strong interpersonal skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
High Duty Supervisor & Event Bartender
Riviera Beach Club
11.2024 - Current
- - Entrusted with overseeing multiple aspects of event operations at one of Melbournes busiest beachside venues, hosting up to 5,000 guests.
- - Spearheaded bar service during high-pressure events and coordinated backstage hospitality for artists and VIP guests.
- - Personally managed artist liaison tasks: organized private rooms, prepared hospitality trolleys, and conducted tailored grocery runs for DJs and performers.
- - Led room configuration and event setup, ensuring each space matched the unique style and logistical needs of each function.
- - Maintained venue cleanliness, from opening preparations to end-of-night pack-down of up to 5 bars.
- - Supervised floor staff during private events, managing service while supporting kitchen operations and maintaining communication with chefs.
- Maintained stock control and ensured POS systems were operational throughout service
Front of House Supervisor
Bayroute Bar & Grill
11.2024 - Current
- - Directed front-of-house operations, staff mentoring, and guest service in a waterfront venue.
- - Oversaw table allocation, reservations, and ensured service efficiency during high-traffic periods.
- - Supported bar/kitchen coordination and ensured adequate stock and team readiness.
- Reconciled daily sales by counting the till and ensuring card machine transactions matched POS reports.
Bartender
Circus Night Club
04.2025 - Current
- - Delivered high-volume cocktail service in a fast-paced nightclub setting while maintaining compliance with RSA standards.
Hospitality All-Rounder Event Operations
Life Saving Club Victoria
01.2025 - 04.2025
- - Supported the execution of large conferences and formal events with room setups, guest services, and dietary accommodations.
- Managed buffet stations during events, ensuring continuous food availability by maintaining tight communication with the kitchen and anticipating refills.
- Assisted with alternate dining service format ensuring flawless coordination between staff members and the kitchen; through clear communication, and exact timing to deliver multiple courses efficiently.
- Provided professional canapé service, circulating the room to engage guests while maintaining presentation standards and timing coordination with kitchen output.
Prawns Woman Fisher & Onboard Cook
Private Fishing Vessel
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Lived and worked on a remote fishing vessel through a full prawn season combining night fishing and cooking responsibilities.
- Independently planned and prepared two fresh meals daily for a 5-person crew in challenging at-sea conditions.
- Tracked onboard inventory and placed biweekly grocery orders to maintain kitchen supplies.
- Executed four nightly (10pm-7am) fishing sessions including sorting, grading, and freezing prawns.
- Performed heavy unloading tasks involving up to 10 tons of product every two weeks.
Front of House / Bartender
Comuna Cantina
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Independently opened and closed and ran the cocktail-focused bar during weekday shifts.
- Led intense bottomless brunch service on weekends, managing high-volume orders efficiently.
- Jumped between bar and floor as needed to support service flow and team efficiency, processed POS transactions and helped train new staff.
Jewelry Store Manager
21 grammes
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Managed retail operations, inventory, and team performance in a boutique setting.
- Acted as the primary point of contact for customers via phone, email, and in-store interactions.
- Created quotations for custom order and served as the liaison between the store and the production factory
- Drafted professional email correspondence and maintained records of customer interactions and orders
- Performed daily cash counts and end of the day reports
Bartender
Canaille Club
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Worked with order dockets to prepare and deliver drinks accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained bar hygiene and quality standards during high-paced service.
Door-to-Door Sales Representative
Bofrost
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Independently walked assigned territories to sell frozen food subscriptions.
- Built rapport quickly with prospects, using negotiation skills to overcome objections.
- Demonstrated high levels of resilience and adaptability while handling frequent rejections.
- Consistently met targets by engaging with customers through smart and persuasive communication.
Annual Voluntary Worker
Boards Game Festival Week
04.2015 - 04.2021
- Helped building/dismantling event stalls and laying/removing carpet as part of the festival set up/pack down.
- Greeted and counted attendees at the entrance.
- Rotated between food preparation and service in food trucks during the festival.
- Explained board games to guests, co-organized and hosted tournaments.
Education
Classe Preparatoire Aux Grandes Ecoles - Maths & Computer Science
Classe Preparatoire Saint Joseph
Avignon04.2022
High School Diploma - undefined
Lycee Pierre De Fermat
Toulouse06.2020
AS Levels - Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology
Truro College
Falmouth06.2019
Skills
- Customer Engagement & Sales
- Event & Hospitality Operations
- Basic accounting & inventory control
- Remote Work Endurance
- Food & Beverage Preparation
- Team Collaboration & Leadership
- Adaptability & Resilience
- Fluent French Conversational Spanish
- RSA Certified International Drivers License
- Blue Card Holder
References
Riviera Beach Club :
Adam Pinel - Venue Manager
adam@rivierabeachclub.com.au
+61 419 906 196
Vikas Bhardwaj - Venue Manager
vikas@rivierabeachclub.com.au
+61 425 878 900
Circus Night Club :
Anthony WB - Venue Manager
+61 450 330 118
Life Saving Club Victoria :
Ajith Pamunuwa - Venue Manager
Ajith.pamunuwa@lsv.com.au
+61 435 739 971
Bayroute bar and grill:
Rish Bhardwaj - Part Owner
+61 423 660 698
Comuna Cantina :
Ewan Scott - Former Bar Manager
+61 468 514 952
Lisa Mulcahy - Venue manager
lisa.mulcahy@comunacantina.com.au
+61 400 702 750
Timeline
Bartender
Circus Night Club
04.2025 - Current
Hospitality All-Rounder Event Operations
Life Saving Club Victoria
01.2025 - 04.2025
High Duty Supervisor & Event Bartender
Riviera Beach Club
11.2024 - Current
Front of House Supervisor
Bayroute Bar & Grill
11.2024 - Current
Prawns Woman Fisher & Onboard Cook
Private Fishing Vessel
07.2024 - 11.2024
Front of House / Bartender
Comuna Cantina
01.2024 - 06.2024
Jewelry Store Manager
21 grammes
11.2022 - 10.2023
Bartender
Canaille Club
05.2022 - 10.2022
Door-to-Door Sales Representative
Bofrost
02.2022 - 05.2022
Annual Voluntary Worker
Boards Game Festival Week
04.2015 - 04.2021
Classe Preparatoire Aux Grandes Ecoles - Maths & Computer Science
Classe Preparatoire Saint Joseph
High School Diploma - undefined
Lycee Pierre De Fermat
AS Levels - Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology
Truro College
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