SARA VACCARO
Mareeba,QLD
Summary
27 years old - Italy
Motivated worker with engaging personality and flexible approach. I spent many years working in the hospitality, specialising myself in the fine dining service during my experience in Melbourne and previously in Italy. I am also ready and motivated to acquire new competencies and to improve my abilities with different and new tasks.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Hand
Mason's Caffe
2024.05 - Current
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by efficiently handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously under pressure.
Barista
Loaves At The Point
2024.01 - Current
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Coffee maker
- Preparation of food as sandwiches, toasties, wraps and pies
Barista
Dino's Europa Deli & Cafe
2023.10 - 2023.12
- Coffee maker with basic latte art skills
- Prepared smoothies, milkshakes, thickshakes and juices whit fresh products
Room Housekeeper
C-Stay Hostel
2023.07 - 2023.08
- Cleaned bedrooms, bathrooms and living spaces to comply with sanitation and hygiene standards.
- Followed daily cleaning schedule to prepare for arrival of guests and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated positive and professional attitude with guests, coworkers and management to contribute to positive work environment and maintain reputation of hotel.
- Vacuumed and mopped floors in guest rooms and common areas to maintain clean and tidy environment.
Waitress
Mamma Roma Restaurant
2023.07 - 2023.10
- Barista and basic latte art skills
- Desserts service and preparation
- Homemade pastry maker and seller
Housekeeper
Rosebay
2023.05 - 2024.07
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Gardening
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
Waitress
Botanical Hotel
2022.11 - 2023.03
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials and took drink orders.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
Waitress
48h Pizza E Gnocchi Bar
2022.11 - 2023.01
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials and took drink orders.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Kitchen Hand
Tin Pot Café
2022.11 - 2022.12
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Waitress
Eden Restaurant
2022.04 - 2022.10
- Communication with the kitchen staff to serve costumers
- Promoted the menu's specialities to optimize sales
- Suggested appropriate food and drink pairings to increase per-ticket sales.
- Trained new employees on restaurant procedures
INVENTORY SPECIALIST
RGIS
2021.09 - 2022.02
- Participated in physical inventory counts
Barista
San Fermo 20
2019.02 - 2020.09
- Took drink orders from tables and bar area and relayed to bartenders
- Prepared both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for patrons
- Manteined tidiness and organization throughout bar area
Barista
Mariolo's Pub
2018.02 - 2018.11
- Utilized POS System
- Prepared cocktails, tap beers and soft drinks
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Barista
Jam Session Caféù
2017.05 - 2017.12
- Learned how to make long drinks and a short cocktail list
- Help the kitcken with food preparations for the service line (pizza, bruschette, sandwiches)
Waitress
Antico Pozzo
2016.09 - 2017.01
- Table service
- Service at the bar counter
- Preparation of cold dishes (using the slicer), bruschette and sandwiches
Barista
Pave Wine Bar
2015.07 - 2016.09
- Trained about service of wine
Education
Degree in Psychobiology - Psychology
University of Padova
Padova07.2022
High School Diploma -
Art Liceo A. Martini
Vicenza08.2016
Skills
- Good at team work
- Problem solving
- Costumers caring
- Cooperation and organization
- Critical Thinking
- Active Learning
Certification
- RSA
- International driving license
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working
Italian
Native or Bilingual
Additional Information
- Pastry and cakes decoration skills
- Art and restoration compentences
Timeline
Kitchen Hand
Mason's Caffe
2024.05 - Current
Barista
Loaves At The Point
2024.01 - Current
Barista
Dino's Europa Deli & Cafe
2023.10 - 2023.12
Waitress
Mamma Roma Restaurant
2023.07 - 2023.10
Room Housekeeper
C-Stay Hostel
2023.07 - 2023.08
Housekeeper
Rosebay
2023.05 - 2024.07
Waitress
Botanical Hotel
2022.11 - 2023.03
Waitress
48h Pizza E Gnocchi Bar
2022.11 - 2023.01
Kitchen Hand
Tin Pot Café
2022.11 - 2022.12
Waitress
Eden Restaurant
2022.04 - 2022.10
INVENTORY SPECIALIST
RGIS
2021.09 - 2022.02
Barista
San Fermo 20
2019.02 - 2020.09
Barista
Mariolo's Pub
2018.02 - 2018.11
Barista
Jam Session Caféù
2017.05 - 2017.12
Waitress
Antico Pozzo
2016.09 - 2017.01
Barista
Pave Wine Bar
2015.07 - 2016.09
Degree in Psychobiology - Psychology
University of Padova
High School Diploma -
Art Liceo A. Martini