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Jack Richards

Canberra

Summary

Dynamic and motivated professional committed to excellence, seeking full-time or permanent part-time opportunities. Balancing responsibilities as a dedicated father of two while pursuing a passion for art fosters creativity and resilience. Available to start immediately, with prompt communication via mobile for interview arrangements. Appreciation is extended for considering this application and the opportunity to contribute effectively to the team.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Off Sider

1300tempfence
07.2025 - Current
  • Adhered to all company policies, procedures, and safety regulations, maintaining an excellent safety record throughout tenure.
  • Read blueprints accurately to ensure proper placement of materials according to project specifications.
  • Increased work output by optimizing welding and cutting processes.
  • Developed strong relationships with coworkers through effective communication practices.

Retail Sales Assistant

Caltex/Foodary
05.2018 - Current
  • . Customer service
  • . Coffee making/Barista
  • . Till and money management
  • . Stock take
  • . OH&S food preparation, labelling, baking and dating
  • . Work autonomously on overnight shift work

Laborer

Dass Labour Hire
12.2024 - 07.2025
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
  • Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.

Salesperson

Foot Locker
10.2024 - 04.2025
  • Worked to build relationships with customers and built potential for additional sales.
  • Developed relationships with clients for increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Boosted sales by consistently engaging with customers and addressing their needs effectively.
  • Collaborated with team members to reach collective sales goals, fostering a supportive work environment.

Groundworker

JSC Construction
02.2024 - 08.2024
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Dogman

Skyhire Enterprises
12.2019 - 07.2023
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

1st year apprentice

Arc Electrical
09.2019 - 12.2019
  • . Knowledge on the basics of how electricity works
  • . OHS qualified
  • . Power tool savvy

Retail Sales Assistant

BWS Nowra
07.2017 - 05.2018
  • . Customer service achieving maximum sales
  • . Maintain outstanding store condition and visual merchandising standards
  • . Recommend and display items to match customer needs
  • . Manage point of sale processes
  • . Replenishing supply of stock on shelves
  • . Checking of products for damage, theft and accuracy of pricing
  • . Responsible for opening/closing procedures, cash drawer, stock and overall store appearance

Casual Apprentice Roofer

Sooty’s Roofing
02.2017 - 04.2017
  • . Assisting Roofer with various jobs, fixing of leaks, installing new roofs (tiles and metal) downpipes and gutters.

Assistant Cook, Food hand, dishwasher

Coco Cubano Charlestown
09.2016 - 12.2016
  • . Preparation of Cuban meals and desserts
  • . Knowledge on how to use a fryer and grill and how to clean both
  • . Order taking
  • . Knowledge of temperature logs and how to do them
  • . Knowledge on stock taking and putting in orders
  • . Presentation of meals

Dishwasher and food hand

The Bank Hotel East Maitland
05.2016 - 09.2016
  • . Ran food for chefs
  • . Preparation of seafood, salads and vegetables
  • . Worked in rushes and intense situations
  • . Learnt how to clean a professional kitchen from top to bottom
  • . Cleaned kitchen to high standard

Advertiser, food hand, chef

Lupitas Mexican Restaurant
03.2016 - 08.2016
  • . Learnt to prepare and cook Mexican dishes
  • . Learnt to clean specific machinery and utensils used in that range of kitchen
  • . Trained in advertising the restaurant
  • . Multitask cooking, dishwashing and putting up orders

Waiter and food hand

Ching’s Vietnamese Cuisine
03.2016 - 06.2016
  • . Took various orders
  • . Learnt how to set tables in proper manner
  • . Preparation of salads and range of vegetables
  • . OH&S and sanitation for cleaning a restaurant

Kitchen hand

North Nowra Tavern
12.2015 - 01.2016
  • . Wash, cut and prepare food for cooking
  • . Knowledge of food handling and sanitation procedures
  • . Cleaning
  • . Dishwasher

Kitchen hand/cook

Oporto’s Casula
03.2015 - 10.2015
  • . Wash, cut and prepare food for cooking
  • . Cook and package batches of food such as hamburgers, fries and wraps – prepared fresh
  • . Maintain cleanliness in food service areas and throughout the restaurant
  • . Operate large volume cooking equipment such as grills
  • . Prepare fresh salads
  • . Knowledge of food handling and sanitation procedures
  • . Maintain health and safety standards in work areas
  • . Maintain high standards of customer service during high volume fast paced operations
  • . Resolved complaints promptly and professionally
  • . Initiative to find extra tasks when scheduled duties were completed

Sandwich Artist

Subway Inverell
05.2011 - 10.2011
  • . Prepare sandwiches, salads and wraps per formula and in a timely manner
  • . Checks products in sandwich unit area and restocks items to ensure a sufficient supply throughout the shift.
  • . Understand and adhere to proper food handling, safety and sanitation standards during food preparation, service and clean up.
  • . Clean and maintain all areas of the restaurant to promote a clean image
  • . Food preparation including bread and cookie baking
  • . Complete daily and weekly cleaning schedules as per cleaning chart
  • . Work as a team member

Education

HSC -

Holsworthy High School

Skills

  • Collaborative team member
  • Fosters a supportive work environment
  • Reliable time management
  • Strong customer service
  • Utilizes criticism for growth
  • Efficient worker
  • Can handle pressure
  • Willing to learn new skills
  • Physically fit
  • White card
  • RSA
  • Asbestos removal and identification card

Interests

illustration and graphic design, making music, fitness, reading, programming

Timeline

Off Sider

1300tempfence
07.2025 - Current

Laborer

Dass Labour Hire
12.2024 - 07.2025

Salesperson

Foot Locker
10.2024 - 04.2025

Groundworker

JSC Construction
02.2024 - 08.2024

Dogman

Skyhire Enterprises
12.2019 - 07.2023

1st year apprentice

Arc Electrical
09.2019 - 12.2019

Retail Sales Assistant

Caltex/Foodary
05.2018 - Current

Retail Sales Assistant

BWS Nowra
07.2017 - 05.2018

Casual Apprentice Roofer

Sooty’s Roofing
02.2017 - 04.2017

Assistant Cook, Food hand, dishwasher

Coco Cubano Charlestown
09.2016 - 12.2016

Dishwasher and food hand

The Bank Hotel East Maitland
05.2016 - 09.2016

Advertiser, food hand, chef

Lupitas Mexican Restaurant
03.2016 - 08.2016

Waiter and food hand

Ching’s Vietnamese Cuisine
03.2016 - 06.2016

Kitchen hand

North Nowra Tavern
12.2015 - 01.2016

Kitchen hand/cook

Oporto’s Casula
03.2015 - 10.2015

Sandwich Artist

Subway Inverell
05.2011 - 10.2011

HSC -

Holsworthy High School

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