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Jessica Jane Raposo

Bankstown,NSW

Summary

I have worked in a few different industries over the past 15 years.My main careers have been hospitality based, but I am always looking to expand my knowledge & gain new skills.

I am currently studying a Diploma and plan to go to university in the future to follow my dreams of becoming a teacher.


Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Barista

Saint Lucifer
09.2019 - 02.2021
  • Restocked display cases with attractive arrangements to promote specialty food items like bagels and muffins.
  • Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences. We had a house blend, single bean & we stocked many different specialty coffee beans from different suppliers to promote different blends and to build rapport with our regulars.
  • Average of 15kgs per weekday & 20kgs weekends in coffee while maintaining consistent latte art and keeping conversations with customers.
  • Sanitized all equipment and wiped down counters and tables to prevent spread of germs.
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.

Head Barista

St Jude Cafe
06.2018 - 12.2019
  • Upsold on takeaway coffee's by advising customers on takeaway deals and dine in customers with daily juice specials.
  • Elevated customer loyalty by using strong communication between other staff members to resolve customer problems.
  • Learned every menu preparation and numerous off-label drinks to meet all customer needs.
  • Provided in-depth information to customers on beverage preparation and offered samples of latest brews.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.

Cook/Kitchen Hand

Chicken & Son's
12.2015 - 08.2016
  • My main section; Grill - Cooking beef & chicken, preparing burgers, prioritize mise en place for service,  
  • Working in a fast paced kitchen, cooking multiple orders at a time 
  • Handling ordering of stock & maintaining an organised and hygienic workplace 
  • Open the kitchen; Fill the deep fryers, turn on appliances and prep for the day, bounce from grill to take orders
  • Wash up duties, prep lists, cash up till & close down kitchen

Gaming/Bartender Supervisor

The Tudor Hotel
08.2013 - 09.2015
  • Open & close the hotel
  • Take care of functions
  • Receive large deliveries
  • Maintain cellar and stock
  • Take bookings and follow up with clients
  • Run Wednesday Trivia nights & Friday Meat Tray nights
  • Work closely with surrounding local businesses
  • Build rapport and gain feedback from clients to help build and keep the business growing 
  • Maintain relationships with all my patrons & business partners
  • Extensive knowledge on our boutique wines & spirits 

RSA Marshal/ Bartender

Royal Agriculture Society- Music Festivals (Casual)
08.2013 - 01.2015
  • Worked in sold out events
  • Serve beverages & money handling
  • Extensive knowledge & experience with different POS systems
  • Excel in a team environment 
  • Adhering to the Responsible Service of Alcohol
  • Great customer service skills

Bartender/Waitress & Events

Eden Gardens- Dragonfly Cafe
01.2013 - 12.2013

Dragonfly Cafe;

  • Food & Beverage attendant/runner
  • Section waitress
  • Take bookings 
  • Record and maintain stock
  • Comply with OH&S standards

Eden Gardens Events;

  • Organise bookings
  • Set up each event
  • Work through crowds serving canapes & drinks

Marketing Assistant

Eden Gardens
02.2012 - 12.2012
  • Manage the companies database
  • Use AR retail software
  • Web design
  • Publisher; Create flyers & posters for upcoming events
  • Art Gallery management
  • Photograph products for their website and create headlines for product launches

Traffic Control

LACK
07.2022 - 12.2022
  • Set up signs + cones efficiently to adhere to road rules & safety.
  • Follow instructions from team leaders and adapt to the new workplace/industry.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Education

Diploma Sports & Recreation

Loftus Tafe
Loftus, NSW
06.2024

Key College Redfern, NSW -

School Certificate

Skills

  • RSA & RCG Completed: 2012
  • Barista Certificate Completed: 2011
  • First Aid Completed: 2010
  • White Card Completed: 2021
  • Traffic Control Implement TC Completed: 2021

Referees

Key College - Min Bonwick -0475 821 976


St Lucifer - John - 0499 070 070



Timeline

Traffic Control

LACK
07.2022 - 12.2022

Head Barista

Saint Lucifer
09.2019 - 02.2021

Head Barista

St Jude Cafe
06.2018 - 12.2019

Cook/Kitchen Hand

Chicken & Son's
12.2015 - 08.2016

Gaming/Bartender Supervisor

The Tudor Hotel
08.2013 - 09.2015

RSA Marshal/ Bartender

Royal Agriculture Society- Music Festivals (Casual)
08.2013 - 01.2015

Bartender/Waitress & Events

Eden Gardens- Dragonfly Cafe
01.2013 - 12.2013

Marketing Assistant

Eden Gardens
02.2012 - 12.2012

Diploma Sports & Recreation

Loftus Tafe

Key College Redfern, NSW -

School Certificate
Jessica Jane Raposo