JOANNA LUIJCKX
Earlville ,QLD
Summary
As a Marine Professional and talented Chef and now Nursery hand I hold an hand full of experience and achievements working collaboratively on large projects on the water as well as in five-star establishments and large Wholesale Nurseries.
Enjoying working outdoors and on the water eager to further my professional development in the Outdoors work environment.
My ideal position is where I am given purpose and full responsibility for the position I have been given building confidence in new and old skills. Utilising my highly-developed interpersonal and communication skills, to proactively contribute to your company.
I best operate under pressure whilst adhering to the utmost industry safety standards, policies and procedures. Safety comes first.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursery Hand
Mad About Plants
Wrights Creek
04.2025 - 11.2025
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- Cultivated healthy plants by monitoring growth conditions and providing necessary care.
- Contracting to Bunnings from Port Douglas to Rockhampton it was amazing to see all the stock sent on Truck down that far.
- Prepared stock for dispatch, ensuring high-quality presentation and readiness for customers.
NURSERY HAND
LIVING COLOUR NURSERY
Penfield, SA
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Picking up stock for orders
- Assisted in maintaining garden health through regular watering and weeding tasks. Supported plant growth by removing weeds and ensuring adequate moisture levels.
- Executed seeding operations with machinery, optimizing planting accuracy and efficiency.
- Efficient cleaning and inspection of stock items to ensure efficient dispatch operations.
- Contracting to Bunnings we supplied many fruit and vegetable seedlings to hanging flowers and orchards.
TRAFFIC CONTROLLER
ALTUS
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Stop-Slow Bat
- Setting up Traffic Plans to pacific jobs complying with the correct Rules and Regulations
- Driving Work vehicles
- Obtaining the correct Signage and equipment for Jobs allocated daily
- Working Remotely with Spray & Seal Crew
TRAFFIC CONTROLLER
TRAFFIC SERVICES
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Stop-Slow Bat
- Setting up Traffic Plans to pacific jobs complying with the correct Rules and Regulations
- Driving Work vehicles
- Obtaining the correct Signage and equipment for Jobs allocated daily
FOOD VAN
SELF EMPLOYED/SMALL BUSINESS OWNER
06.2013 - 02.2018
- Food preparation and Hygiene practices
- Customer relations
- Cash/Card handling and processing
- Cleaning and Maintenance of equipment and work areas
- Basic bookkeeping, Ordering stock and Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
- Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities with costings of food, overheads and labour
- Modify/Creating new, fresh ideas & menus meeting needs & wants with a high quality standard
- Recruiting, Training and Supervising kitchen and food service staff activities
CHEF de PARTIE
CAZALEY'S, CAIRNS
06.2012 - 06.2013
- Food preparation and handling systematically preparing meals, snacks and varied dishes
- Prep and cook all sections using the correct methods, temperatures obtaining food safety
- Function and Catering activities working well with all teammates
- Establishing and maintaining open collaborative relationships with all staff .
- Checking over new stock and storing in the correct manner
- General cleaning duties of all equipment, floors, benches and refrigeration plus temp checks
- Using my initiative to find extra tasks when scheduled duties where completed
2ND MATE, DECKHAND (AB), WATCH KEEP
SEASWIFT, GLADSTONE/CAIRNS
05.2012 - 11.2012
- Delegating as 2nd Mate contributing to deck duties following Company policies and procedures
- Watch keeping, chart corrections.
- General cleaning housekeeping
- Highly observant with adaptability and responsiveness
- Working under pressure with high regard to Crew and Vessel
- OH&S requirements, procedures and precautions
- Responded and report to safety and loss prevention incidents.
CHEF TEMPING
SIGNATURE STAFF/CAPE FLATTERY SILICA MINE
03.2011 - 05.2012
- Thrown into all different kitchens, establishments and situations my Chef/Hospitality skills were used to the fullest at 5 star establishments, Mines sites, Cafes, Pubs and Clubs and more……
- Food preparation, handling and storing in correct manner
- Prep and cook in all different establishments using correct methods, temperatures obtaining food safety
- Checking over new stock and storing in the correct manner.
- General cleaning duties of all areas and equipment in establishment
- Well presented on time to meet managers, supervisors and or workers meeting many diverse personalities
- Following compliance with OH&S, Sanitation requirements, In house procedures, License regulations and Signature Staff rules at all times.
Education
Working in Proximity To Traffic Awareness Part 1 A - Risk Management
Online
QLD09.2024
TRAFFIC CONTROL STOP-SLOW BAT & TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PLANS - Construction
Altus Training
Beverly, SA01.2021
TRAFFIC CONTROL STOP-SLOW BAT LICENSE - Construction
Training Services
Cairns, QLD01.2020
RSA LICENSE - Hospitality
Online
Online01.2019
GLOBAL MARINE DISTRESS SAFETY SIGNAL - GMDSS - undefined
TAFE
Cairns, QLD01.2012
CONSTRUCTION INDUCTION, WHITE CARD - undefined
SA01.2012
FISHERIES COMPLIANCE - undefined
Australian Fisheries Academy
Port Adelaide, SA01.2011
SKIPPERS/MASTER5 & STCW 95 - undefined
TAFE
Cairns, QLD01.2010
COMMERCIAL COOKERY II & III - Hospitality
TAFE
Adelaide, SA01.1997
Skills
Curious, Dynamic and Attentive with:
Excellent Customer Service
Supervision and Delegation
Communications and Interpersonal Skills
Outgoing, Energetic Team player with a Cheerful personality
Great eye for detail with a creative flare
Excellent Cash Handling skills
Calm under Pressure in Fast paced environments
Hospitality/Marine experience being Physically fit and Agile
Good Multi-tasker with time Management and Strong work ethic
Wealth of food preparation, presentation and OH&S standards
Marine Awareness & Knowledge of OH&S Standards, Policies & Procedures
Taking Pride in what I Achieve, Teach and Learn
Live and Work in Confined and Remote areas
Certification
- Current Open Car Licence
- Trading Master Class 5
- Recreational boating licence
Accomplishments
- Starting, Running and Owning my own business
- Overriding the opposition Forde Recruitment and winning back the contract with Cape Flattery Silica Mine, as Head Chef, week on week off roster for Signature Staff.
Timeline
Nursery Hand
Mad About Plants
04.2025 - 11.2025
NURSERY HAND
LIVING COLOUR NURSERY
11.2022 - 06.2023
TRAFFIC CONTROLLER
ALTUS
06.2021 - 12.2021
TRAFFIC CONTROLLER
TRAFFIC SERVICES
01.2021 - 03.2021
FOOD VAN
SELF EMPLOYED/SMALL BUSINESS OWNER
06.2013 - 02.2018
CHEF de PARTIE
CAZALEY'S, CAIRNS
06.2012 - 06.2013
2ND MATE, DECKHAND (AB), WATCH KEEP
SEASWIFT, GLADSTONE/CAIRNS
05.2012 - 11.2012
CHEF TEMPING
SIGNATURE STAFF/CAPE FLATTERY SILICA MINE
03.2011 - 05.2012
GLOBAL MARINE DISTRESS SAFETY SIGNAL - GMDSS - undefined
TAFE
CONSTRUCTION INDUCTION, WHITE CARD - undefined
FISHERIES COMPLIANCE - undefined
Australian Fisheries Academy
SKIPPERS/MASTER5 & STCW 95 - undefined
TAFE
Working in Proximity To Traffic Awareness Part 1 A - Risk Management
Online
TRAFFIC CONTROL STOP-SLOW BAT & TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PLANS - Construction
Altus Training
TRAFFIC CONTROL STOP-SLOW BAT LICENSE - Construction
Training Services
RSA LICENSE - Hospitality
Online
COMMERCIAL COOKERY II & III - Hospitality
TAFE