Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
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Devon Wicks

Meredith

Summary

Organised, dedicated and lively worker with proven track record of providing exceptional personalised customer service in fast-paced, high-demand environments. Offering strong decision-making skills to manage multiple, competing tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments while actively seeking new skill opportunities along the way. Strong focus on team collaboration, flexible with shifting needs and reliable in delivering results.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Bartender

Bam Bam Nightclub
07.2024 - Current

General Duties: Open and Close of bar and venue, Stocktake, Bar and back-bar cleanliness, organisation and flow, Training of staff, Intox, incident and RSA procedures, cash handling and POS system use, preparation of beverages.

  • Diligently performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Swiftly communicated and resolved patron dissatisfactions, venue and bar problems to ensure smooth operations for both business and customer interests.
  • Consistently developed a strong rapport with patrons, resulting in repeat business, increased loyalty and good customer reviews.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink recipes, mixing techniques, customer service skills and bar flow to enhance overall performance.
  • Monitored cash handling procedures to ensure accuracy in transactions while minimizing instances of theft or loss.


Head Bartender

Meredith Hotel
03.2024 - 10.2024

General Duties: Preparation of beverages, management of bar close and open, upkeep of venue cleanliness, training of staff, relay of food orders for bistro, processing payments using POS system.

  • Developed a loyal clientele through personalised, engaged and swift customer service.
  • Diligently followed RSA procedures to prevent excessive guest intoxication.
  • Efficiently prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to venue standards and customer's personal satisfaction.
  • Upsold new and usual menu items to customers to maximise profits through relation profiling of customers and menu items.
  • Appropriately handled customer, team and business needs as head bartender regularly while avoiding unnecessary delays thus upkeeping steady flow of bar and food service.

Warehouse Assistant

Brackenbury Nutrition
10.2023 - 03.2024

General Duties: Picking and packing of stock, inventory receiving, organisation of stock, stocktake, unloading containers and delivery trucks, daily operation of warehouse equipments.

  • Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing and labelling merchandise efficiently to consistently hit personal and team targets.
  • Maintained a safe work environment with precision by adhering to safety protocols, regularly inspecting warehouse equipment and space and routine communication with co-workers.
  • Accelerated order processing times during peak periods by encouragement of team motivation and precision to exceed our usual daily targets.

Administrative Assistant

Mana/A2B Painters
03.2021 - 05.2023

General Duties;

Ensuring open-lines of communication of all principle contractors, invoicing and quoting to principle contractors, filing and recording day-to-day running data, calendar management.

  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, actively communicating concerns effectively, and building strong relationships with companies such as TDV, Plan Group and Urban Group.
  • Optimized calendar management for directors and sub-contractors by scheduling appointments strategically while considering priorities and minimizing conflicts.
  • Streamlined quotes and invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment and receivals of/from contractors while minimizing errors in financial records.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and office software updates to maximize efficiency in administrative tasks.
  • Facilitated toolbox meetings by organising regular ensembles, encouraging team motivation of job progress and upkeep of safety procedures on site

Facilities Cleaner

Dylene Caravan Park
11.2018 - 02.2022

General Duties;

Cleanliness of cabins and amenities, handling bookings, register and phone calls, training of staff, reaching daily quotas.

  • Ensuring absolute cleanliness and attention to every detail needed to provide a spotless finish to cabins and amenities for customer safety and satisfaction.
  • Consistent fulfillment of daily work quotas under strict time pressure.
  • Exceeding customer expectations through expert time and problem management and housekeeping abilities.
  • Efficient and quick use of register and phone lines to ensure patron satisfaction.


Education

RSG Certificate
Geelong
07-2024

RSA Certificate
Geelong
03-2024

High School Diploma -

Matthew Flinders Girls College
Geelong
11.2022

Skills

  • Highly developed interpersonal communication and front of house customer service skills
  • Diversely active, quick and hands-on learner
  • Proven capacity in appropriate problem-solving of both customer and team conflict resolution
  • Expert multi-tasking and time organisation skills
  • Maximised ability to thrive comfortably in a high demand fastidious and social environment
  • Proficiency in coaching and leadership abilities
  • Confident computer abilities using Microsoft Office Suite, Google Professional Suite and register programs
  • Calendar and Data Management

References

Bam Bam Nightclub, Venue Manager, Rossi: bambamgeelong@gmail.com

Meredith Hotel, Business Owner, Jas: meredithhotel20@gmail.com

Brackenbury Nutrition, Floor Manager, Sharne: 0499 453 077

Dylene Caravan Park, Previous Business Owner, Mike: 0418 310 553

Timeline

Head Bartender

Bam Bam Nightclub
07.2024 - Current

Head Bartender

Meredith Hotel
03.2024 - 10.2024

Warehouse Assistant

Brackenbury Nutrition
10.2023 - 03.2024

Administrative Assistant

Mana/A2B Painters
03.2021 - 05.2023

Facilities Cleaner

Dylene Caravan Park
11.2018 - 02.2022

RSG Certificate

RSA Certificate

High School Diploma -

Matthew Flinders Girls College
Devon Wicks