Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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REBECCA LARIA

Northmead,NSW

Summary

Dynamic business development and hospitality professional with a proven track record in the hospitality industry. Skilled in maintaining high dietary standards while effectively supervising and motivating catering staff to excel in their roles. Recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and cultivating a collaborative work environment, consistently driving team performance to achieve organizational objectives. Committed to contributing to organizational growth and success through reliable, adaptable leadership and a strong focus on delivering exceptional results. Passionate about fostering an atmosphere of excellence that empowers teams to thrive.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Unit Manager

Compass Group, Eurest
03.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Developed training programs to enhance team performance and operational efficiency.
  • Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and optimized resource allocation.
  • Mentored staff on best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Conduct negotiations
    • Manage payment terms and cash flow, including
    accurate and timely billing of clients
    • Take responsibility and ownership for client issues
    across areas of remit
    • Work effectively with clients to build long term and
    mutually beneficial relationships
    Identify and create new business opportunities:
    • Actively seek to identify business opportunities
    • Embed a culture of cross-selling and selling additional
    services
    Manage contracts to provide services:
    • Manage requests for additional (non-contracted)
    services effectively
    • Understand role in client retention
    • Understand the scope of work required, including the
    contract terms and conditions

    Manage sub-contracting arrangements
    • Understand scope of work required from subcontractors,
    including contract terms and conditions
  • Managed budget allocations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.

Unit Manager (Catering Manager) - Astra Zeneca

Compass Group, Eurest
05.2022 - 03.2024
  • Oversaw daily operations ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Implemented cost-saving initiatives improving overall operational efficiency.
  • Coordinated inventory management processes optimizing supply chain logistics.
  • Led cross-functional teams in executing strategic projects aligning with o
  • Fostered strong relationships with clients enhancing customer satisfaction and retention rates.
  • Ensured compliance with regulations and standards through regular compliance checks, staff education, and policy updates.
  • Increased staff retention rates with supportive leadership techniques, mentoring programs, and positive work environment initiatives.
  • Optimized inventory management to reduce waste and ensure availability of daily stock requirements

Various Roles and Responsibilities

SPOTLESS SERVICES
07.2007 - 05.2022
  • Astra Zeneca Pharmaceuticals, Catering Manager
  • Thales Underwater Systems, Site Manager
  • WesTrack, Catering Assistant and Barista
  • Coca-Cola, Catering Assistant and Barista
  • Panasonic, Catering Assistant and Barista
  • Woolworths, Catering Assistant and Barista
  • Pymble Ladies College, Catering Assistant and Barista

Food & Beverage Attendant / Barista

CRINITI'S RESTAURANT
07.2005 - 07.2007

Food & Beverage Attendant / Barista

THE TEA TREE CAFE
04.2004 - 06.2005

Food & Beverage Attendant / Barista

IL TRATTAROA PIZZERIA
01.2004 - 11.2004

Food & Beverage Attendant

THE DISH RESTAURANT, PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL HOTEL
06.2003 - 12.2003

Food & Beverage Attendant

DAVO'S TRATTORIA
10.2002 - 05.2003

Food & Beverage Attendant

STEDMANS HOSPITALITY AGENCY
11.2001 - 01.2002

Tour Guide / Japanese Translator

AWB PHOTO & FILM COMPANY SYDNEY
09.2001 - 10.2001

Travel Consultant

OVERSEAS TRAVEL SERVICE P/L
12.1999 - 10.2000

Casual Food & Beverage Attendant

INFERNO PIZZERIA, BROADWAY
09.1999 - 02.2000

Food & Beverage Attendant/Barista

NOVOTEL SYDNEY ON DARLING HARBOUR HOTEL
05.1998 - 08.1999
  • Also trained to work in the Gaming Lounge of Hotel

Food & Beverage Attendant

BAY VISTA CAFÉ
08.1997 - 05.1998

Casual Food & Beverage Attendant

VAGABOND CRUISES, SYDNEY
12.1997 - 03.1998

Food & Beverage Attendant

OLD SYDNEY PARK ROYAL (NOW KNOWN AS THE HOLIDAY INN OLD SYDNEY)
01.1997 - 08.1997

Food & Beverage Attendant

HYATT REGENCY (ALSO KNOWN AS MILLENNIUM HOTEL)
02.1996 - 01.1997
  • In the Japanese Restaurant “Yoshino” and Bar Attendant/Barista in the “Xu: Bar & Bistro Lobby Lounge

Casual Food & Beverage Attendant

GLEDSWOOD WINERY
01.1996 - 01.1996

Education

Fundamental Course

Sabre Centre

Hospitality Management

Macleay College
01.1997

Skills

  • Flexible
  • Effective communication
  • Effective organizational skills
  • Effective communication
  • Operational management
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Proficient in Outlook
  • Budget management expertise
  • Experience with multiple internal databases
  • Budget oversight
  • Client relationship management

Certification

  • Food Safety Supervisor 2019
  • Barista Course

Timeline

Unit Manager

Compass Group, Eurest
03.2024 - Current

Unit Manager (Catering Manager) - Astra Zeneca

Compass Group, Eurest
05.2022 - 03.2024

Various Roles and Responsibilities

SPOTLESS SERVICES
07.2007 - 05.2022

Food & Beverage Attendant / Barista

CRINITI'S RESTAURANT
07.2005 - 07.2007

Food & Beverage Attendant / Barista

THE TEA TREE CAFE
04.2004 - 06.2005

Food & Beverage Attendant / Barista

IL TRATTAROA PIZZERIA
01.2004 - 11.2004

Food & Beverage Attendant

THE DISH RESTAURANT, PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL HOTEL
06.2003 - 12.2003

Food & Beverage Attendant

DAVO'S TRATTORIA
10.2002 - 05.2003

Food & Beverage Attendant

STEDMANS HOSPITALITY AGENCY
11.2001 - 01.2002

Tour Guide / Japanese Translator

AWB PHOTO & FILM COMPANY SYDNEY
09.2001 - 10.2001

Travel Consultant

OVERSEAS TRAVEL SERVICE P/L
12.1999 - 10.2000

Casual Food & Beverage Attendant

INFERNO PIZZERIA, BROADWAY
09.1999 - 02.2000

Food & Beverage Attendant/Barista

NOVOTEL SYDNEY ON DARLING HARBOUR HOTEL
05.1998 - 08.1999

Casual Food & Beverage Attendant

VAGABOND CRUISES, SYDNEY
12.1997 - 03.1998

Food & Beverage Attendant

BAY VISTA CAFÉ
08.1997 - 05.1998

Food & Beverage Attendant

OLD SYDNEY PARK ROYAL (NOW KNOWN AS THE HOLIDAY INN OLD SYDNEY)
01.1997 - 08.1997

Food & Beverage Attendant

HYATT REGENCY (ALSO KNOWN AS MILLENNIUM HOTEL)
02.1996 - 01.1997

Casual Food & Beverage Attendant

GLEDSWOOD WINERY
01.1996 - 01.1996

Hospitality Management

Macleay College

Fundamental Course

Sabre Centre
REBECCA LARIA