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Nicola Beggs

Warwick ,QLD

Summary

Employed and self-employed in the real estate and property management field for a number of years. However, after many years in sales I would like to return to working in the catering and hospitality industry. A passionate cook who embraces healthy food and thrives on delivering nutritious food that is also tasty and appealing. A firm belief that the elderly and those with in a health care setting should enjoy and look forward to their meals and have a high level of nutrition to improve their health and general wellbeing. Expertise in budgeting, menu planning and workplace hygiene standards consistently ensures high-quality outcomes. Organised, reliable and can successfully manage multiple priorities with a positive attitude. A willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. The ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy and be accountable for allocated responsibilities.

REFERENCES

Mr Anthony Prentice (previous owner Criterion Hotel Group)

0408 665 970

Mr Robert Lang (accountant and trust account auditor)

0488 560 512

Mr Darryl Evans ( co-owner of First National Real Estate Warwick)

0477 777 357

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Real Estate Agent

Ray White Real Estate
06.2021 - 06.2023
  • Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of sales to finalise purchases and exceed customer expectations.
  • Advised clients on market conditions and property value for informed decision-making.
  • Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions.
  • Advertised client properties through websites, social media, and real estate guides.
  • Maintained connections with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
  • Expanded client base through consistent networking events, maintaining a high level of customer service and professionalism.

Real Estate Manager

First National Real Estate ( Agency Owner)
09.2012 - 06.2021
  • Trust accounting and office administration.
  • Management of a small team of administration, property managers and sales agents.
  • Successfully managed a diverse commercial real estate portfolio consisting of residential and commercial properties.
  • Communicated with landlord regarding building and tenant issues.
  • Leveraged strong negotiation skills to secure favourable contracts with vendors and service providers, resulting in cost savings for managed properties.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders such as investors, contractors, and local authorities.
  • Created customised reports for clients on property performance, market trends, and investment opportunities, supporting informed decision-making processes.

Real Estate Agent

Ray White Real Estate
01.2009 - 09.2012
  • Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
  • Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions.

Catering Manager

St Saviors College
01.2008 - 12.2008
  • Successfully managed the girls boarding kitchen, and coordination of tuck shop and volunteers.
  • Menu preparation and the delivery of nutritious and tasty meals.
  • Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality meals for students and staff.
  • Managed high-quality food preparation and presentation, ensuring consistent client satisfaction.
  • Hired and trained both permanent and temporary staff members.
  • Handled catering scheduling, ordered food and planned rotational and seasonal menus.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing proper food handling procedures and adhering to health department regulations.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Implementation of procedures for students with allergens.

Hotel Manager

Criterion Hotel Warwick
01.2004 - 10.2007
  • Daily administration and financial reporting, staff rostering.
  • Hiring and trained new employees
  • Established a positive work culture that promoted teamwork, collaboration, and employee morale.
  • Monitored safety procedures to ensure a secure environment for both guests and employees.
  • Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to hotel operations and licensing requirements.
  • Maintained strict adherence to budgetary guidelines while allocating resources effectively across departments.
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations of a 30 room hotel with staff of 30 employees.
  • Conducted regular staff performance evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback.

Renovation Project Manager

Self
01.2001 - 12.2003
  • Purchasing, renovating and selling Queenslander style properties.
  • Successfully completed projects within budget by closely monitoring expenses and making informed financial decisions.
  • Effectively managed multiple concurrent renovation projects while ensuring consistent quality control measures were in place at all times.

Cook

Scots PGC Colleges
02.2001 - 12.2001
  • Maintained clean and organised 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 meal times.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.

Hotel Manager

Horse And Jockey Hotel
01.2000 - 01.2001
  • Managed hotel operations for seamless functioning, ensuring high levels of efficiency and guest satisfaction.
  • Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to hotel operations and licensing requirements.
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations of 34 room hotel with staff 40 employees.

Kitchen Manager

Horse & Jockey Hotel
01.1996 - 01.2000
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
  • Scheduled and received food deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with attentiveness to dietary restrictions and allergen concerns in menu offerings.
  • Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
  • Designed and maintained menus to offer variety of high quality and consistency of dishes.
  • Developed creative daily specials using seasonal ingredients, incorporating fresh flavors into the menu rotation while minimising costs associated with excess inventory stockpiling.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.

Education

SCOTS PGC College
Warwick, QLD

University of New England
Armidale, NSW

Skills

  • Strong organisational skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills
  • Highly Professional
  • Food Safety
  • Budgeting and reporting
  • Sanitation Standards
  • Menu development
  • Food presentation
  • Inventory Management
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Supply Ordering and Management

Certification

Commercial Cookery Certificate

Blue Card

Real Estate License

Open QLD Drivers License

Timeline

Real Estate Agent

Ray White Real Estate
06.2021 - 06.2023

Real Estate Manager

First National Real Estate ( Agency Owner)
09.2012 - 06.2021

Real Estate Agent

Ray White Real Estate
01.2009 - 09.2012

Catering Manager

St Saviors College
01.2008 - 12.2008

Hotel Manager

Criterion Hotel Warwick
01.2004 - 10.2007

Cook

Scots PGC Colleges
02.2001 - 12.2001

Renovation Project Manager

Self
01.2001 - 12.2003

Hotel Manager

Horse And Jockey Hotel
01.2000 - 01.2001

Kitchen Manager

Horse & Jockey Hotel
01.1996 - 01.2000

SCOTS PGC College

University of New England

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