Work History

• 12/2018 - 5/2021

  Charlie and Lisa Bakery

  Head Baker: Manage the day-to-day operations of the bakery including coordinating up to 4 bakers to complete baking schedule of the day, training staff, arranging work schedules, overseeing daily production, tracking inventory and liaising with suppliers and vendors to resolve bakery needs and concerns.

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• 6/2015 - 12/2018

  DHL via Laskovski Transport

  Truck Driver, Subcontractor: - Operate 12 tonne curtain liner truck with tailgate to transport assorted items for Hospitals and Chemist Warehouse including flammable liquids and occasionally construction materials (steel goods) to engineering companies, averaging 8 stops daily in metro Sydney - Provide prompt and courteous service to customers. - Verify the unloading of shipments to avoid employee theft and fraudulent claims of missing product. - Review consignment note / invoices with customers and obtain shipper and receiver authorizations / signatures. - Maintain trip logs reflecting customer locations and distance traveled (including fuel costs). - Coordinate vehicle inspections and repairs and troubleshoot vehicle malfunctions on the road. - Maintain safe vehicle and conditions in compliance with company and State regulations. - Assist with loading / unloading of products and coordinate forklifts when required.

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• 3/2012 - 5/2015

  Subcontractor to Chess and Hanley's Removalists

  Truck Owner / Driver: - Services provided: ✓ Home removals ✓ Office removals ✓ Pre-packing and unpacking service - Manage employees - Liaise with customers and contractors - Organise pick-ups and deliveries - Deliver furniture and general household goods - Load and unload trucks including packing and unpacking if required - Organise maintenance to vehicles when required - Complete all relevant paperwork

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• 8/2009 - 3/2012

  CDM LOGISTICS

  Truck Driver: NSW - Operate a 14 pallet truck to transport assorted retail items (for Reject Shop, Aldi, Woolworths and Coles) and construction materials to building sites, averaging 8 stops daily and 8 long hauls each month. - Provide prompt and courteous service to customers. - Verify the unloading of shipments to avoid employee theft and fraudulent claims of missing product. - Review invoices with customers and obtain shipper and receiver authorizations/signatures. - Maintain trip logs reflecting customer locations and distance traveled (including fuel costs). - Coordinate vehicle inspections and repairs and troubleshoot vehicle malfunctions on the road. - Maintain safe vehicle and conditions in compliance with company and State regulations. - Assist with load and unloading of product at warehouse using a pallet jack and forklift.

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• 4/2006 - 8/2009

  Forward Horizons

  Tradesman: NSW - Perform renovations and upgrades to navy warships as directed. - Install insulation - Perform routine inspections to check for maintenance problems. - Report any leakage of the water mains and where possible undertake repairs. - Perform scheduled maintenance and general upkeep such as painting and clearing drainpipes. - Prioritise work to complete assignments in a timely manner. - Work with the administrator to ensure spending is within budget. - Complete daily work record forms and job assignment sheets.

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• 11/2005 - 4/2006

  Melbourne, VIC

  Truck Driver, HT Marble & Granite: - Pick up/deliver marble and granite products and ensure supplies were properly transported from one location to another. - Check deliveries/supplies were in accurate quantity and quality. - Collect payments from customers on COD orders. - Record travel and customer information in log book. - Obtain customer signatures on receipts. - Maintain cleanliness and appearance of the truck. - Determine and make minor repairs to the vehicle. - Adhere to regulations and parking rules. - Build relationships with both shipping and receiving managers.

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• 6/1985 - 10/2005

  Mt Warren Park Bakery

  Head Baker / Business Owner: QLD - Possess more than 10 years experience in bread and pastry manufacturing techniques. - Extensive knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximising the effective manufacturing and distribution of goods. - Highly trained in high volume dessert and pastry production and specialty desserts including custom, gingerbread, wedding, cupcakes, etc. - Manage bakery staff including hiring, training, staffing and employee relations matters. - Monitor and supervise the bakery department for quality. - Develop new recipes for cakes and breads. - Checking production schedule to determine variety and quantity of goods to bake. - Monitor and manage inventory of bakery merchandise and utilise appropriate rotation techniques. - Prepare formulas by weighing and measuring ingredients. - Mix ingredients to form dough or batter by hand or use commercial electric mixer. - Roll and shape dough using rolling pin and cut dough in uniform portions with knife, divider, and cookie cutter. - Mold dough into desired shapes, place dough in greased or floured pans, and trim overlapping edges with knife. - Cut, peel, and prepare fruit or mince for pie fillings. - Mix and cook pie fillings, pour fillings into pie shells then top filling with pastry, meringue or cream. - Adjust drafts or thermostatic controls to regulate oven temperatures. - Keep bakery and equipment clean and ensure equipment is maintained in good working order. - Unloaded incoming shipment items with vendors. - Coordinate with Store Manager to provide quality customer service and ensure success of the store. TRAINING AND LICENSURE

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