Tara Cutter
Koo-Wee-Rup,VIC
Summary
Resourceful professional with expertise in food handling and presentation. Enhances customer satisfaction through effective communication and strict adherence to safety protocols. Adapts to fast-paced environments and contributes to team success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Cafe all rounder
Bp
Pakenham , Vic
08.2025 - Current
- Prepared and served beverages following standardized recipes and customer preferences.
- Prepared food orders, including sandwiches, panini, and croissants,burgers
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the café environment daily.
- Monitored inventory levels of essential items such as coffee beans, milk containers, ensuring adequate supply at all times.
- Operated espresso machines and coffee grinders
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth cafe operations during busy hours.
- Prepared beverages such as cappuccinos, macchiatos, lattes, mochas and espressos.
- Received payment from customers using cash registers or POS systems.
- Managed morning rush of customers daily with efficient, levelheaded customer service.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and work areas.
- Received deliveries of food items and stored them properly.
- Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators and heating equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods.
Cook/kitchen Hand
Robert Harris
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Maintained clean and organized work areas, ensuring safety and quality in food preparation.
- Managed time effectively to ensure timely meal preparation, even during peak hours.
- Prepared identical dishes daily with consistent care and attention to detail, ensuring high quality.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Utilized time management strategies to prioritize tasks in the kitchen. to ensure timely meal preparation, even during peak hours.
- Developed and maintained clean and organized kitchen workspace, setting standard for team.
Nail Technician
Home Based
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Established strong client relationships through customer service and communication skills.
- Used acrylics, gels and glitters to create custom nail art designs for clients.
- Utilized time management skills effectively when multitasking between multiple clients, ensuring all received timely and quality service.
- Performed various administrative tasks including answering phones and booking appointments.
- Expanded client base by promoting salon services through social media and word-of-mouth referrals, enhancing visibility and attracting new clients.
- Prepared nail beds, shaped nails, and applied polish to enhance client satisfaction and deliver exceptional nail care.
Cleaner
Lonsdale,rest Home Foxton
07.2012 - 04.2020
- Executed cleaning and sanitization of bathrooms, kitchens, and similar areas following established protocols to ensure hygiene standards.
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to protocols.
- Managed equipment, chemicals, and materials safely to maintain a secure cleaning environment.
- Improved overall facility hygiene by sanitizing high-touch surfaces regularly to minimize the spread of germs.
- Strengthened teamwork within the cleaning staff by actively communicating updates on tasks completed or pending work
- Contributed to a positive working environment by addressing and resolving issues promptly.
- Maintained detailed logs of cleaning schedules and tasks, ensuring accountability and consistency.
- Contributed to team efforts by training new staff on best practices in cleaning and maintenance.
Education
Manawatu College
Foxton ,New Zealand Skills
- Food preparation
- Pastry preparation
- Café cleanliness
- Food handling
- Cash handling
- POS systems
- Barista techniques
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
- Reliability
- Customer service
- Communication
- Hospitality background
- Positive and professional
Timeline
Cafe all rounder
Bp
08.2025 - Current
Cook/kitchen Hand
Robert Harris
03.2024 - 09.2024
Nail Technician
Home Based
11.2023 - 08.2024
Cleaner
Lonsdale,rest Home Foxton
07.2012 - 04.2020
Manawatu College