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Chris Taaffe

Flying Fish Point,QLD

Summary

Experienced hotel manager, barista, and bakery attendant, successful at consistently delivering the highest quality service. Fast worker who always goes the extra mile to sell more and keep customers happy.

Dynamic café owner with over five years of experience in creating inviting environments and delivering exceptional customer service. Proven track record of increasing revenue through innovative marketing strategies and menu development. Core competencies include team leadership, inventory management, and financial oversight, driving operational efficiency while maintaining high quality standards. Passionate about fostering community engagement and developing sustainable practices to enhance the café experience.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Cafe Owner

Self Employed
Brisbane, QLD
11.2019 - 11.2024

Owning this cafe i used Campos coffee, and during the time of ownership i built and was approved to have a kitchen. Unfortunately i was sub leasing in the front of a gym, and with rents soaring the gym owner let me know the doors would be closing in November 2024. After extensive searching for something nearby, i realised the rent wasn't affordable for me to continue. My roles were 100% of what it takes to run a cafe.

Barista

Campos Coffee
Brisbane, QLD
08.2013 - 11.2019

My job was to represent the brand as a leading Campos trained Barista in the flagship stores. My job was everything to do with coffee, from filter to espresso and cold drip. I ran the espresso bar for 2 years. including ordering, stock control and staff rosters.

Barista/ Bakery Attendant

Oxford Street Bakery
Brisbane, Queensland
02.2010 - 07.2013

A beautiful bakery, where my duties included open and close procedures, Making coffee, Some food preperation, and sales.

Freezer hand/ Dispatch Clerk

Inghams Enterprises
Brisbane, Queensland
01.2007 - 09.2009

A factory for mass production of chicken products. My roll at first was as a Freezer Hand in 2007, and then a Dispatch Clerk 2008 to 2009

Duty Manager

(ALH) Hotel Group
Brisbane , Queensland
03.2001 - 12.2006

A hotel chain known woldwide.I started with the company as a Bar Tender/Gaming Attendant in early 2000 at the Sunnybank Hotel. Then transferred to The Hamilton Hotel as a Gaming Supervisor, shortly after i transferred to The Australian National Hotel as a trainee Duty Manager. In 2004 i transferred to the Chatswood Hills Tavern as a Duty Manager where i stayed until Dec 2006.

Education

High School Diploma -

Beaudesert State High
1993

Skills

  • Bar management
  • Excels at upselling
  • Strong Staff development
  • Inventory control
  • Staff training
  • Supervision and training
  • Calm under pressure
  • Complex problem solving
  • espresso and coffee knowledge
  • Friendly and enthusiastic
  • Strong mathematical aptitude
  • Flexible schedule
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Active listening skills
  • Seasoned in conflict resolution
  • Courteous demeanor
  • Energetic work attitude
  • Markdown/promotional procedures
  • Store maintenance ability
  • Top sales performer
  • Opening/closing procedures

Timeline

Cafe Owner

Self Employed
11.2019 - 11.2024

Barista

Campos Coffee
08.2013 - 11.2019

Barista/ Bakery Attendant

Oxford Street Bakery
02.2010 - 07.2013

Freezer hand/ Dispatch Clerk

Inghams Enterprises
01.2007 - 09.2009

Duty Manager

(ALH) Hotel Group
03.2001 - 12.2006

High School Diploma -

Beaudesert State High
Chris Taaffe