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Hailey Ward

ADELAIDE,SA

Summary

Enthusiastic and motivated 19-year-old café manager with strong experience in hospitality, customer service and day-to-day café operations. Passionate about creating positive customer experiences, building genuine customer relationships and maintaining high service standards. Skilled in inventory control, stock management, staff supervision, shift coordination and providing clear direction to team members. Experienced in managing busy café environments, maintaining smooth operations and adapting to the needs of different locations. A reliable, flexible and hands-on professional with strong communication, organization and leadership skills, committed to delivering quality service and contributing to a successful team. I’m excited to start my next chapter doing a TAFE course for community service next year.

Overview

2
2
years of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Cafe manager and barista

St Louis crafted European desserts
, Sa
10.2024 - Current
  • Managed and supervised staff, providing clear direction and assigning tasks to maintain cafe standards and operational efficiency.
  • Opened and closed café, managed cash drawer, and secured register records to ensure accurate financial tracking.
  • Resolved customer concerns, handled complaints, and maintained welcoming service standards.
  • Enforced health, safety, and sanitation practices throughout cafe work areas.
  • Provided flexible support across three locations, assisting various teams to ensure seamless operations.

Barista

Gloria jeans
, Sa
10.2023 - 02.2025
  • Served customers efficiently while ensuring accurate order completion.
  • Handled fast, busy shifts with confidence and a positive attitude, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Tracked stocktake and refilled store inventory at shift's end, maintaining operational readiness.
  • Monitored food stock and expiry dates to ensure cleanliness, confirming each item is following its shelf life.

Hospitality all rounder

Bridgeport hotel
, Sa
06.2022 - 05.2023

● Greeted guests upon arrival to create a welcoming atmosphere., managed seating and assisted with hosting duties.

● Assisted chefs with food preparation, cooking and kitchen operations.

● Supported kitchen staff with cleaning, dishwashing and maintaining food safety and hygiene standards.

• Delivered room service orders promptly across 4 floors and collection of used dishes and trays.

Education

Food Safety Course Updated -

Get Food Safe
05.2024 - 10.2026

Skills

  • Barista training
  • Excellence in Beverage preparation
  • Food safety compliance
  • Inventory management
  • Customer service
  • Cash handling
  • POS system operation
  • Shift coordination
  • Managing deliveries
  • Hiring and training employees
  • Team leadership
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Physical stamina
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Grinder calibration

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Cafe manager and barista

St Louis crafted European desserts
10.2024 - Current

Food Safety Course Updated -

Get Food Safe
05.2024 - 10.2026

Barista

Gloria jeans
10.2023 - 02.2025

Hospitality all rounder

Bridgeport hotel
06.2022 - 05.2023
Hailey Ward