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Max O'Connor

Wembley,WA

Summary

Creative and passionate graphic designer with a background in hospitality and a strong affinity for skate culture and fashion. Current cafe/bakery front-of-house staff member, adept at delivering exceptional customer service and fostering positive relationships. Possesses a deep passion for design, skateboarding, and fashion. Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop and Illustrator. A dedicated individual with an astute eye for aesthetics and a strong drive to contribute creative expertise. Aiming to leverage design skills with an authentic love for skateboarding and fashion, to contribute innovative and compelling visual elements to a dynamic company.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Front of House Staff Member

North Street Store
05.2020 - Current
  • Welcome and greet customers as they enter the establishment, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere conducive to positive dining experiences.
  • Take and accurately record customer orders, demonstrating strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills to ensure order accuracy.
  • Provide extensive product knowledge about menu items, ingredients, and preparation methods to assist customers in making informed choices.
  • Collaborate with kitchen staff and management to ensure timely delivery of orders and address any customer concerns or special requests promptly and effectively.
  • Handle cash and credit card transactions accurately and securely, maintaining integrity and accountability in all financial transactions.
  • Process payments over the phone securely and efficiently
  • Handle customer catering orders, demonstrating strong communication skills, to understand their specific catering needs.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in executing timely and efficient food deliveries, ensuring the prompt and safe transportation of orders to customers' locations while upholding quality standards.
  • Proactively address customer feedback and resolve any issues or complaints in a courteous and professional manner, striving to exceed customer expectations and ensure satisfaction.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization in front-of-house areas, uphold sanitation and safety standards and create a welcoming environment for customers.

Camp Counselor

Camp Chipinaw
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Supervised and mentored a group of children throughout their stay at the camp, providing round-the-clock care, support, and guidance to ensure a safe and positive experience.
  • Assumed responsibility for the daily routines and well-being of campers, including meal times, bedtime routines, and participation in recreational activities.
  • Provided knowledge in my areas of expertise (skateboarding/basketball) to campers to assist in the learning of new skills
  • Demonstrated patience, encouragement, and effective communication skills to facilitate positive learning experiences

Education

Bachelor of Design - Graphic Design

Curtin University
Perth, WA

No Degree - Graphic Design

SAE Creative Media Institute
Perth, WA

John XXIII College
Mount Claremont, WA

Skills

  • Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks and deliverables
  • Teamwork: Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with colleagues to achieve team goals and objectives
  • Problem-Solving: Skilled in identifying problems, analyzing information, and implementing effective solutions to achieve desired outcomes
  • Communication: Excellent communication skills, able to effectively communicate with customers, colleagues, and management, both verbally and in writing
  • Visual Communication: Skilled in translating concepts and ideas into visually compelling designs that effectively communicate messages and evoke desired emotions
  • Typography: Strong understanding of typography principles, able to choose and manipulate fonts effectively to enhance design aesthetics and readability
  • Adobe Creative Cloud: Proficient in Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator, for creating and editing graphics, illustrations, and layouts

Hobbies/Interests

  • Skateboarding
  • Playing/Watching Basketball
  • Listening to music
  • Going Op Shopping

Timeline

Camp Counselor

Camp Chipinaw
06.2023 - 08.2023

Front of House Staff Member

North Street Store
05.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Design - Graphic Design

Curtin University

No Degree - Graphic Design

SAE Creative Media Institute

John XXIII College
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