Daniel Bonaci
Summary
Diligent Driver with solid background in safely transporting passengers. Successfully navigated various routes and schedules, ensuring timely arrivals and departures. Demonstrated excellent communication and problem-solving skills to handle diverse passenger needs and on-the-road challenges.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Bus Driver
Donric,Sunbury Coaches
08.2022 - Current
- Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary bus interior by regularly inspecting for cleanliness, removing trash, and reporting necessary repairs to management.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Acted calmly, productively and professionally under pressure for helpful emergency response.
- Ensured timely arrivals and departures by strictly adhering to schedules and effectively managing unforeseen circumstances.
- Communicated regularly with central dispatch teams to report delays and route changes.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities, ensuring safe boarding, comfortable travel, and proper disembarking procedures were followed.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while keeping passengers informed of potential delays due to hazardous road situations.
- Developed strong rapport with regular passengers by providing friendly service, remembering names, engaging in conversations when appropriate.
- Trained new bus drivers in company policies, route navigation techniques, and safety protocols to ensure smooth onboarding experiences.
Sous Chef
Gonnawarra vineyard
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
Chef
The Red Beetle Café
07.2020 - 04.2021
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
Head Chef
Roquette bar and grill
03.2015 - 09.2019
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Got sponsored by the employer to eventually gain permanent residency and later Australian citizenship.
Demi Chef de Partie
Palazzo Parisio and Gardens
10.2012 - 11.2014
- Upheld company procedures and executed daily and weekly procedures, including temperature checks, and food labeling, dating, and storage
- Practiced safe food handling at all times
- Actively participated in training and development programs and maximise opportunities for self-development
- Ensured customer needs were handled in a professional manner in line with the restaurant's five star standard
Education
High School -
Culinary Arts Diploma -
Institute of Tourism Studies
12.2012
Skills
- Safety-focused
- Weather condition driving
- Scheduling adherence
- Local traffic regulations
- Adaptable to change
- Technical aptitude
- Disability Awareness
- Problem-solving abilities
- Radio Communications
Languages
English
Maltese
Accreditations and Certificates
- Heavy ridged drivers license
- Working with children
- Driver accreditation
- Completed courses and certification in :
>Behavioural Safety
>Chemical Safety
>Fatigue management
>Bullying in the workplace
>Driver awareness
>Drugs and alcohol at work
>Environmental Awareness
>Fire extinguishers
>Violence and aggression de-escalation
>Discrimination
>Proper two-way radio use
Timeline
Bus Driver
Donric,Sunbury Coaches
08.2022 - Current
Sous Chef
Gonnawarra vineyard
01.2021 - 06.2022
Chef
The Red Beetle Café
07.2020 - 04.2021
Head Chef
Roquette bar and grill
03.2015 - 09.2019
Demi Chef de Partie
Palazzo Parisio and Gardens
10.2012 - 11.2014
Culinary Arts Diploma -
Institute of Tourism Studies
High School -
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