Keiara Watene
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Energetic professional in hospitality, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in customer service, order accuracy, and time management. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring exceptional dining experiences for guests.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Seasonal Worker
Salvation Army
Hamilton, Waikato
01.2018 - 12.2024
- Leveraged social media to engage and increase volunteer community.
- Delivered meals and essential supplies to elderly and vulnerable populations, ensuring their safety and comfort.
- Volunteered at soup kitchens during holidays, assisting with meal preparation and distribution.
- Trained new volunteers, providing them with the necessary skills and information to contribute effectively to community service efforts.
Event Usher
Red Badge Security
Hamilton, Waikato
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Greeted and assisted customers to foster positive experiences.
- Provided information about the event to attendees.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding quickly to inquiries and requests.
- Checked tickets at the entrance of the auditorium to ensure only authorized personnel were allowed access.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Waitress Trainee
Valentines
Hamilton, Waikato
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Maintained knowledge of restaurant policies regarding guest services and satisfaction.
- Observed other wait staff members' techniques to learn best practices for providing exceptional customer service.
- Served food and beverages to patrons and immediately remedied issues with orders.
- Maintained a professional attitude while working in a fast-paced environment.
- Ensured dining areas were clean and set up for each shift according to established standards.
Support Worker
The Salvation Army
Whangarei, Northland
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Provided emotional and practical support to vulnerable adults.
- Coordinated care with interdisciplinary teams and community contacts to promote continuity of care.
- Assisted and advocated for clients obtaining financial resources and government entitlements.
- Delivered one-to-one sessions focused on developing communication skills, problem solving techniques, self-confidence building.
- Assisted homeless clients with procuring mental health support and other various community resources.
Education
GED -
Future Skills Academy
Auckland12-2016
Skills
- Customer service
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving
- Multitasking
- Effective communication
- Emotional intelligence
- Adaptability
Personal Interests
- Hiking
- Travelling
- Food
- New experiences
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Event Usher
Red Badge Security
01.2023 - 12.2023
Waitress Trainee
Valentines
01.2021 - 01.2023
Seasonal Worker
Salvation Army
01.2018 - 12.2024
Support Worker
The Salvation Army
01.2018 - 03.2020
GED -
Future Skills Academy