Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Interests
Work Preference
Timeline
Barista
Niamh Occleshaw

Niamh Occleshaw

Barista/Event Services
Howrah,TAS

Summary

Experienced barista and front-of-house employee with strong interpersonal and marketing skills. Demonstrated ability to thrive in busy environments, whether working with large or small teams. Proficient in event planning and management, with exceptional scheduling and multitasking capabilities.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Barista

Wild Rye’s Baking Co & Roastery
Pambula, NSW
01.2018 - 06.2024
  • Specialty espresso bar barista for 6+ years, front of house staff and cleaner for 5+ years
  • Involved production and service of a wide range of coffee and food products, extensive knowledge of coffee roasts and varietals, as well as marketability and sales skills
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Excelled at opening and closing responsibilities, including financial management.

Event Manager/YRG Member

Headspace Bega
Bega, NSW
08.2021 - 04.2024
  • Multiple roles within Headspace, 3+ years as a Youth Reference Group (YRG) Member working as a liaison between staff and youth perspectives
  • Providing in-depth feedback and solutions to interior issues
  • Planning and delivery workshops in local high-schools.
  • Project Leader and Event Manager for 3 annual youth-run music festivals.
  • Teen Mental Health First Aid qualified.
  • Streamlined event planning processes by implementing efficient project management strategies.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
  • Established relationships with key stakeholders, fostering long-term partnerships for future collaborations.

Farm hand

Grow the Future Commercial Market Garden
Bega, NSW
03.2023 - 06.2024
  • Physical labour, product inspection/washing, packing, and deliveries
  • Worked with a range of school-based internship kids and early leavers during their placements on the farm
  • Planned and presented sustainable business practices workshops for GTF classes.
  • Carried out daily farm tasks such as tilling, preparing beds, and harvesting.
  • Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, hot-houses, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.

Education

Yr. 12 HSC -

Eden Marine High School
Eden, Far South Coast, NSW
01.2024 - 11.2024

Bachelor of Art, Bachelor of Science - Japanese & Classics (BA Majors) & Zoology (BSc Major)

University of Tasmania
Sandy Bay, Hobart, TAS
07.2024 - Current

Skills

  • Espresso Machine Operations
  • Opening and Closing Duties
  • Client Communication
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Project Management
  • Youth Engagement
  • Emergency Response
  • IT liaison
  • Crop Management
  • Field Operations
  • Soil Preparation
  • Irrigation Systems
  • Task Prioritization
  • New Hire Training
  • Cash Register Operation
  • Station Preparation
  • Hospitality Service Expertise
  • Exceptional Customer Service
  • Safety and Risk Assessments

Certification

First Aid cert. provided through RFS NSW

Trauma Care First Aid cert. provided by CareFlight

Volunteer WWC provided by Service NSW

Teen Mental Health First Aid provided by Headspace Bega

RSA cert. provided by NRT Express Online Training

Food Handler cert. provided by NRT Express Online Training

Interests

Volunteering

Community Work

Educational Outreach

Work Preference

Work Type

Part TimeContract WorkGig Work

Work Location

On-Site

Important To Me

Company CultureWork-life balanceFlexible work hours

Timeline

Bachelor of Art, Bachelor of Science - Japanese & Classics (BA Majors) & Zoology (BSc Major)

University of Tasmania
07.2024 - Current

Yr. 12 HSC -

Eden Marine High School
01.2024 - 11.2024

Farm hand

Grow the Future Commercial Market Garden
03.2023 - 06.2024

Event Manager/YRG Member

Headspace Bega
08.2021 - 04.2024

Barista

Wild Rye’s Baking Co & Roastery
01.2018 - 06.2024
Niamh OccleshawBarista/Event Services