Thomas Foster
Mount Duneed
Summary
Mature and responsible university student with prior experience working in a fast-paced restaurant responsible for cleaning, food preparation and cooking. Proficient in customer service from many years of teaching Karate to adults and children. Flexible worker, ability to work autonomously or in a team. Currently studying Medical Imaging at Deakin University.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Karate Instructor
Shiryodo Karate
01.2021 - Current
- Promoted the importance of self-discipline, perseverance, and respect through daily practices and discussions with students.
- Tailored class content based on age groups and skill levels to provide appropriate challenges for each participant.
- Ensured proper use of equipment during classes, maintaining a safe training environment for all participants.
- Work with children from ages 4+ up to Adults.
- Evaluated student performance to determine promotion in rank.
Retail Worker
Coles
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment for optimal shopping experience.
- Answered customer questions and helped locate desired items
- Unloaded arriving product stock and moved to store display areas.
- Worked autonomously and efficiently
Kitchen Hand
Grill'd Healthy Burgers
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff members to ensure smooth workflow during peak dining hours.
- Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, labelling and organising.
- Maintained proper food storage procedures to preserve ingredient freshness while minimizing risks of contamination or spoilage.
Education
Bachelor of Medical Imaging - Radiography
Deakin University
Waurn Ponds, VIC12-2028
High School Diploma -
Surf Coast Secondary College
Torquay, VIC12-2024
Skills
- Customer service
- Kitchen cleaning and maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Food preparation
- Workplace health and safety
- Food quality standards
- Dedicated work ethic
- Positive and outgoing
Accomplishments
Black Belt in Karate 2022
Recipient of Corangamite Leadership and Community Spirit Award 2024
School Vice Captain (Surf Coast Secondary College) 2024
Certification
First Aid Certificate 2025
CPR Certificate 2025
Working With Children Check (WWCC)
National Police Check 2025
Handwashing Certificate 2025
P1 License (With car)
Timeline
Retail Worker
Coles
11.2022 - 01.2024
Kitchen Hand
Grill'd Healthy Burgers
11.2022 - 02.2023
Karate Instructor
Shiryodo Karate
01.2021 - Current
First Aid Certificate 2025
CPR Certificate 2025
Working With Children Check (WWCC)
National Police Check 2025
Handwashing Certificate 2025
P1 License (With car)
Bachelor of Medical Imaging - Radiography
Deakin University
High School Diploma -
Surf Coast Secondary College
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