Cameron Nies
Newcastle,Australia
Summary
Devoted professional with deep love of animals and readiness to take on any care assignments. Protects animals and guests from undue risks with careful management of animal spaces and behaviors. Team-oriented professional always ready to handle everything from administrative to facilities maintenance in tasks in support of animal care needs.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Barista/Food and Beverage Attendant
Salvation Army
Hamilton, NSW
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Prepared and served a variety of coffee beverages to customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the coffee station and seating area.
- Operated espresso machines and brewing equipment efficiently during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Trained new baristas on drink preparation and customer service techniques.
- Handled cash transactions accurately while maintaining a balanced register.
Kitchenhand
NCYC
Wickham, NSW
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen and food preparation areas.
- Assisted chefs with food preparation and ingredient management.
- Operated dishwashing equipment to ensure sanitation standards were met.
- Sorted and stored supplies, ensuring easy access for kitchen staff.
- Followed safety guidelines to prevent accidents and maintain a safe work environment.
- Disposed of waste properly, adhering to environmental regulations in kitchen operations.
Chef De Partie
The Falcon Restaurant & Bar
Newcastle
06.2019 - 04.2023
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Maintained service standards.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
Chef
Queens Wharf Hotel
Newcastle, NSW
07.2016 - 05.2019
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Oversaw grill, stove and oven and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Collaborated with other personnel to produce and modify menus and selections.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Chef De Partie
Quality Hotel Powerhouse
Tamworth, NSW
11.2008 - 03.2015
- Produced revolutionary menu offerings to put establishments on local, regional and national map.
- Worked closely with head chef to create banquet menu for 1000 wedding guests.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Sliced fruit and vegetables for salads, entrees and desserts and stored in crisper.
- Sanitized all counters properly to prevent food-borne illness.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Prepared items for roasting, sautéing, frying and baking.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place.
Education
Cert 2 in Animal Care - Animal Care
TAFE NSW
NSW06-2025
Cert 3 in Community Services - Community Services
TLKCC
10-2024
Cert 3 in Commercial Cookery - Hospitality
TAFE NSW (Tamworth)
NSW07-2010
Year 12 - English, Agriculture, Art
Farrer Memorial Agricultural High School
Tamworth, NSW11.2004
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Physical fitness
- Cleaning protocols
- Animal handling
- Self motivation
- Attention to detail
- Dependable and responsible
- Adaptability
Certification
Cert ll Animal Care
Cert III Hospitality Training
Cert lll Community Services
Timeline
Barista/Food and Beverage Attendant
Salvation Army
08.2024 - 06.2025
Kitchenhand
NCYC
10.2023 - 02.2024
Chef De Partie
The Falcon Restaurant & Bar
06.2019 - 04.2023
Chef
Queens Wharf Hotel
07.2016 - 05.2019
Chef De Partie
Quality Hotel Powerhouse
11.2008 - 03.2015
Cert 2 in Animal Care - Animal Care
TAFE NSW
Cert 3 in Community Services - Community Services
TLKCC
Cert 3 in Commercial Cookery - Hospitality
TAFE NSW (Tamworth)
Year 12 - English, Agriculture, Art
Farrer Memorial Agricultural High School