Risa Padini
West End,QLD
Summary
Passionate and hardworking hospitality professional with hands-on experience in commercial kitchens, customer service, and food safety inspection. Currently studying Certificate IV in Kitchen Management at TAFE Brisbane. Strong knowledge of food hygiene, regulations, and fast-paced kitchen environments. Quick learner, adaptable, and a team player - ready to contribute immediately.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Meat Inspector
AsureQuality
, New Zealand
06.2023 - 07.2025
- Identified disease and defects to ensure meat met overseas market requirements
- Applied strict hygiene, food safety, and compliance standards
Pizza Chef / Cashier
Sals Pizza
, New Zealand
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Prepared pizza doughs, toppings, and cooked high-volume orders
- Maintained food hygiene and cleanliness in a fast-paced kitchen
- Handled point-of-sale and customer orders during peak hours
Retail Keyholder
Service Denim Store
, New Zealand
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Opened/closed store, managed cash handling and daily reporting
- Maintained stock levels and assisted customers with styling and purchases
Barista & All-Rounder
Wayfarer Cafe
, New Zealand
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Made espresso coffee and beverages with speed and accuracy
- Supported kitchen team and handled POS, customer service
All-Rounder
Ten Ten One
, New Zealand
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Bubble tea maker, waitress, cashier, cooking and food preparation
- Supported customer service and back-of-house duties
Catering Manager (Family Business)
Risa Catering
, Bali
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Managed event catering preparation, logistics, and staff coordination
- Led food presentation and maintained high service standards
Education
Certificate IV - Kitchen Management
TAFE Queensland
BrisbaneDiploma - Business Management & Leadership (Level 5 & 6)
Southern Institute of Technology
New ZealandCertificate IV - Meat Inspection
New ZealandSkills
- Food Safety
- Hygiene & Regulations
- Meal Prep & Cooking
- Espresso & Coffee Making
- POS & Cash Handling
- Customer Service
- Stock Control & Merchandising
- Fast Learner
- Reliable
- Team Player
Timeline
Pizza Chef / Cashier
Sals Pizza
01.2024 - 01.2025
Meat Inspector
AsureQuality
06.2023 - 07.2025
Retail Keyholder
Service Denim Store
01.2023 - 12.2023
Barista & All-Rounder
Wayfarer Cafe
01.2023 - 12.2023
All-Rounder
Ten Ten One
01.2020 - 12.2022
Catering Manager (Family Business)
Risa Catering
01.2017 - 12.2019
Certificate IV - Kitchen Management
TAFE Queensland
Diploma - Business Management & Leadership (Level 5 & 6)
Southern Institute of Technology
Certificate IV - Meat Inspection
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