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Patrick Youhanna

Central Coast,NSW

Summary

Certified Baker and Painter Detail-oriented Worker with a strong foundation in safety protocols and customer service. Experienced in team collaboration and time management, ready to enhance project outcomes through effective leadership and problem-solving.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Painter and Labour Senior Worker

Shamrock Joinery
Central Coast, NSW
11.2021 - Current
  • Prepared surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and patching to ensure quality finishes.
  • Mixed paints and coatings according to specifications for various projects.
  • Applied paint using brushes, rollers, and sprayers for diverse surfaces.
  • Followed safety protocols and regulations while handling hazardous materials.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete projects within deadlines.
  • Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
  • Assisted in estimating material requirements for upcoming painting jobs.
  • Ensured cleanliness of work areas by organizing supplies and disposing of waste properly.
  • Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
  • Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings.
  • Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
  • Wore protective clothing such as masks, respirators and gloves.
  • Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting.
  • Inspected painted surfaces for defects such as cracking, blistering, or fading.
  • Assessed work areas to determine safety measures required before beginning the job.
  • Consulted with clients regarding colors and finishes.
  • Maintained thorough inventory of paint equipment and supplies by checking product levels.
  • Followed the manufacturer's instructions when mixing chemicals for special applications.
  • Documented progress and provided estimated completion time for clients.

Owner and Director

Pat's Topcoat
Sydney, Regional and Central Coast NSW , NSW
03.2011 - 12.2020
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow and customer satisfaction.
  • Developed marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and attract customers.
  • Oversaw inventory management, maintaining optimal stock levels for services.
  • Trained and mentored staff on best practices and customer service techniques.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures to improve operational efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Established vendor relationships to ensure quality supplies and timely deliveries.
  • Evaluated customer feedback to refine services and enhance overall experience.
  • Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
  • Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
  • Provided direction and guidance to employees.
  • Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
  • Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
  • Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship, and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
  • Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
  • Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
  • Conducted performance reviews for employees on a regular basis.

Bakery Manager/ 2IC / Part Owner and Director

Youhanna's Wynard Bakery
Wynard , NSW
05.1990 - 10.2010
  • Led team meetings to align on project goals and updates.
  • Baking and decorating of donuts, muffins, cakes, Danishes, and lamingtons.
  • Supplier of our bakery goods to the 2000 Olympic Games, 100+ coffee shops in the NSW region, Macca's Cafe, DCM Stores, and local coffee and muffin stores.
  • Developed strategic plans to enhance operational efficiencies across departments.
  • Mentored junior staff to improve performance and skill development.
  • Managed daily bakery operations, ensuring product quality and freshness.
  • Supervised staff training, promoting best practices and teamwork.
  • Monitored inventory levels, placing orders for ingredients and supplies.
  • Developed new recipes, enhancing product offerings and customer satisfaction.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in the bakery environment.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to secure high-quality ingredients for production.
  • Maintained equipment, ensuring proper functioning and safety standards were met.
  • Decorated cakes and pastries, baked breads, tarts, and pies, and created specialty desserts.
  • Trained, supervised and evaluated bakery staff on proper baking techniques and safety procedures.
  • Checked freshness of bakery goods and food in bakery, removing and disposing of stale or outdated items.
  • Planned menus according to seasonality of products, customer demand and profit margins.
  • Ensured compliance with food safety regulations and health codes in the kitchen area.
  • Displayed freshly baked items, cupcakes, cookies and cinnamon rolls on counters and tables to entice passersby to visit and make purchases at bakery.
  • Established relationships with vendors to secure competitive prices for raw materials.
  • Helped with bakery accounting by entering invoices and administering payroll.
  • Participated in local and regional food events to promote the bakery and network with potential suppliers and customers.
  • Managed daily bakery operations, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality product output.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.

Education

Year 10 Graduate -

Kogarah Marist Brothers
Kogarah, NSW

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Quality assurance
  • Surface preparation
  • Certified baker
  • certified painter
  • White Card Holder
  • Safety protocol adherence
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Staff training and mentoring
  • Decision-making
  • Customer service
  • Flaky pastry baking techniques
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Food safety
  • Kitchen equipment operation
  • Multilingual in [languages]
  • Product presentation
  • Pastry preparation
  • Decorating skills
  • Baking techniques
  • Baking

Timeline

Painter and Labour Senior Worker

Shamrock Joinery
11.2021 - Current

Owner and Director

Pat's Topcoat
03.2011 - 12.2020

Bakery Manager/ 2IC / Part Owner and Director

Youhanna's Wynard Bakery
05.1990 - 10.2010

Year 10 Graduate -

Kogarah Marist Brothers
Patrick Youhanna