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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Personal Information
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Concepta Burese

Greystanes,NSW

Summary

Accomplished and determined food service professional provides excellent customer experience. Possesses extensive knowledge of food safety and quality standards. Skilled at multitasking and practicing effective time management.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position as a Traffic Controller. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Versatile and detail-oriented professional with a background in culinary arts and hospitality. Proven experience in various roles within the hospitality industry, showcasing exceptional customer service, adaptability in fast-paced settings, and a positive team player attitude. Possesses certifications in Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA), Traffic Controller, Traffic Management Implementer, and Construction Industry Safety (White Card). Recognized for achieving excellence as the Brilliant Host of the Month at Marriott Resort. Eager to contribute culinary expertise, strong communication skills, and a commitment to excellence to a dynamic team in a challenging and rewarding environment.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Food & Beverage Attendant

Kirribilli Club
01.2022 - Current

Exceptional Customer Service & Communication Skills

  • Current and up-to-date RSA qualification
  • Highly professional manner & grooming
  • Flexible and adaptable to the fast paced & dynamic hotel industry
  • Flexibility and can work 7 days week including Public Holidays
  • Diversity and can work Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Banquets shifts
  • A team player with a positive & enthusiastic attitude
  • Experience with POS Systems is highly desirable. Previous experience in a similar role is preferred.
  • Experience in ala carte dining preferred.
  • Cocktail, wine and bar knowledge are highly desirable.

Commis Chef

Marriott Resort Momi Bay
01.2018 - 08.2024
  • Exceptional Customer Service & Communication Skills
  • Current and up-to-date RSA qualification
  • Highly professional manner & grooming
  • Flexible and adaptable to fast paced & dynamic hotel industry.
  • Flexibility and can work 7 days a week including Public Holidays
  • Diversity and can work Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Banquets shifts
  • A team player with a positive & enthusiastic attitude
  • Experience with POS Systems is highly desirable
  • Previous experience in a similar role is preferred.
  • Experience in a la carte dining preferred.
  • Cocktail, wine and bar knowledge are highly desirable.

Kitchen hand

Mercure Hotel
01.2017
  • As a Casual Kitchen Hand, flexibility and a willingness to take on various tasks are essential.
  • Good communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are also valuable traits for this role.

Kitchen hand

Tanoa Plaza
01.2013
  • Assist with basic food preparation tasks, such as chopping vegetables, portioning ingredients, or preparing simple dishes.
  • Follow recipes and instructions provided by the kitchen chef or supervisor.
  • Maintain cleanliness and hygiene while handling food.

Transaction Processor

Affiliated Computer Services (Xerox)
01.2013 - 10.2024
  • Assist with basic data input tasks, such as detail to attention
  • Maintain quality over quantity
  • Complete 500 batches on time.

Education

Diploma of Hospitality Management

Australian Harbour International College
Sydney, NSW
03.2025

Diploma - Culinary Arts

Fiji National University
Fiji
11.2017

Some College (No Degree) - Microsoft Application

New Zealand Productivity Training Centre
Fiji

Some College (No Degree) - Baking And Pastry Arts

Pasifica Institute of Tourism Studies
Fiji

Some College (No Degree) - High School

Suva Sangam College
Fiji

Skills

  • Enthusiastic and Eagerness to Learn
  • Communication both Written and Oral
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Teamwork
  • Adaptability
  • Guest service
  • Skills Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Kitchen Communication
  • Performance Improvement
  • Customer Service
  • Flexible Schedule
  • [Language] Fluency

Accomplishments

    BRILLIANT HOST OF THE MONTH – MAY

    2019 / HEART OF HOUSE

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 12/08/94

References

  • Hannah Schonrock, +61 0411853166, Restaurant Manager, Kirribilli Club
  • Chef Christian, +679 890 6011, Executive chef, Marriott Resort, Momi Bay
  • Senavalati Toanivalu, +679 9876957, senivalatitoanivalu@gmail.com, Head Chef, Shangri-la Resort, Sigatoka
  • Fredrick Mauick, +679 8609336, Head Chef, First Landing Resort, Vuda
  • Netani Bolaivei Masisiwa, +679 89477617 / 7635899, bolavein@gmail.com / netani@lpblawyers.com, Supervisor, Affiliated Computer Services (Xerox)

Timeline

Food & Beverage Attendant

Kirribilli Club
01.2022 - Current

Commis Chef

Marriott Resort Momi Bay
01.2018 - 08.2024

Kitchen hand

Mercure Hotel
01.2017

Kitchen hand

Tanoa Plaza
01.2013

Transaction Processor

Affiliated Computer Services (Xerox)
01.2013 - 10.2024

Diploma of Hospitality Management

Australian Harbour International College

Diploma - Culinary Arts

Fiji National University

Some College (No Degree) - Microsoft Application

New Zealand Productivity Training Centre

Some College (No Degree) - Baking And Pastry Arts

Pasifica Institute of Tourism Studies

Some College (No Degree) - High School

Suva Sangam College
Concepta Burese