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Natalie Wilkes

Mena Creek,QLD

Summary

Dedicated and safety-focused bus driver with extensive experience at Transnorth Bus & Coach. Proven track record in maintaining cleanliness standards and conducting thorough vehicle inspections. Exceptional problem-solving and communication skills ensure efficient passenger transport and compliance with safety regulations. Committed to providing a comfortable and reliable travel experience for all passengers.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

School Bus Driver

Transnorth Bus & Couch
Innisfail, QLD
08.2021 - 09.2023
  • Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
  • Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary bus interior by regularly inspecting for cleanliness, removing trash, and reporting necessary repairs to management.
  • Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.

Bus Driver

The Accommodation Hub
Innisfail, QLD
08.2020 - 04.2021

Driving seasonal workers to and from various farms within the region

  • Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
  • Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.

Cook / Deck Hand

Blue Plant Marine
Cairns, QLD
08.2016 - 01.2020
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
  • Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.

Cook

Cecil Hotel
Goodna, QLD
10.2015 - 01.2016
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.

Bar and Bistro

Cairns Cruising Yacht Squadron
Cairns, QLD
11.2014 - 05.2015

Head Cook

Contracted to Grand Hotel Kitchen
Cairns, QLD
08.2014 - 11.2014

Bar Manager/ Cook

Lemke Hotels
Thursday Island, QLD
01.2007 - 11.2013

Skills

  • Safety regulations
  • Bus maintenance
  • Route planning
  • Passenger transport
  • Traffic navigation
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Safety-focused
  • Safe driving practices
  • Incident reporting
  • Commercial driving
  • Emergency procedures
  • Passenger management
  • Vehicle inspections

Certification

Drivers Authorization License

Long Range Marine Radio License

Food Handlers Supervisor Certificate

Responsible Service of Alcohol certificate

Medium Rigid Truck License

Timeline

School Bus Driver

Transnorth Bus & Couch
08.2021 - 09.2023

Bus Driver

The Accommodation Hub
08.2020 - 04.2021

Cook / Deck Hand

Blue Plant Marine
08.2016 - 01.2020

Cook

Cecil Hotel
10.2015 - 01.2016

Bar and Bistro

Cairns Cruising Yacht Squadron
11.2014 - 05.2015

Head Cook

Contracted to Grand Hotel Kitchen
08.2014 - 11.2014

Bar Manager/ Cook

Lemke Hotels
01.2007 - 11.2013
Natalie Wilkes