About
I’m a confident Kiwi with a can-do attitude and a deep love for the ocean—I’ve been brought up around it my whole life, and it’s where I feel most at home. I began my journey at the Royal Akarana Yacht Club at the age of 14, and it truly changed my life. It opened the door to a whole new world of sailing and yachting, whether that meant pouring beers for sailors after a long day on the water, heading out in a RIB with a camera during regattas, or even traveling to Brisbane and around New Zealand with the America's Cup fleet. I thrive in high-energy environments and am always up for a challenge. My true passion lies in wine and food. I'm currently completing a Bachelor of Viticulture and Oenology, driven by my fascination with the winemaking process and the complexity of flavour profiles. Over the past four years, I’ve gained extensive experience working in fast-paced yacht clubs, managing over 200 covers a day and mastering American-style, plated, and buffet service. I'm confident behind the bar, experienced with coffee machines, and bring loyalty, trustworthiness, and a strong work ethic to every team I join. I’m all about team happiness and believe a great vibe behind the scenes makes for even better service. My friends say I’ve got a great sense of humour and that I can fit in just about anywhere—and I’d like to think they’re right!
Personal Details
Career Objective
To advance my career in the yacht industry and utilize my skills that I have gained in my hospitality experience as well as use my mixology and wine knowledge. While making memories will last a life time travelling the world.
Passports
Hobbies & Interests
I enjoy surfing, exploring beaches, cooking with fresh ingredients, and traveling.
Experience
Events / All Rounder
All round staff member for the events team. Main responsibilities wear bar service and overviewing events ensuring they run smoothly while being able execute plated and buffet service. Led event teams and ensured customer satisfaction. Worked on high profile events, weddings, sailing prizegiving, Americas cup up to 250 guests. Participated in the 'Kiwi Cup Tour' with the Americas cup, travelling New Zealand before the cup went to Barcelona.
Swim Instructor
Provide expert swimming instruction to children of all ages and skill, teaching technique, stamina and water safety. Create personalized lesson plans to help all swimmers achieve goals. Make a positive and encouraging environment that motivates the swimmers to gain confidence in the water.
All Rounder
Demonstrated exceptional customer service as a senior waitstaff carrying out American service style. Excelled in managing large groups, events and customer interactions. Skilled in adapting to different situations, making quick conscious decisions and providing friendly service in a busy environment with up to 200 covers. Trained in bar service and a barista with mixology skills. Built strong relationships with members from the Royal Akarana Yacht Club members. Helped to create a warm and welcoming environment for both staff and customers. Handle cash transactions and uphold safety, hygiene, and health regulations at all times.
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