Hannah Davies
Summary
I am a friendly, hard-working, and service-focused hospitality professional with hands-on experience in high-paced restaurant and café environments, as well as team management in client services. My experience has demonstrated a passion for delivering outstanding guest experiences and maintaining high standards of cleanliness, presentation, and personal service. With a warm, can-do attitude and a strong team ethic, I’m excited to bring energy, professionalism, and a love of hospitality to the slopes as a Chalet Host.
Overview
2020
2020
years of professional experience
Work History
BARISTA AND WAITRESS
BLACKBIRD CAFÉ AND RESTAURANT CHRISTCHURCH
2018 - 02.2020
- Prepared a variety of hot and cold drinks and light meals
- Managed opening and closing duties, stock rotation and cleanliness
- Facility cleaning to a high standard
- Built positive rapport with regular customers through friendly, personal service
- Worked closely with a small team to ensure smooth daily operation.
International Trade Specialist
Auckland Business Chamber
2024 - 2025
- Conducted comprehensive research on international markets, trends, and regulations to support informed decisionmaking.
- Strengthened global partnerships by actively collaborating with foreign institutions, such as the World Bank.
- Assisted clients in navigating complex import/export regulations, ensuring compliance and minimizing potential issues.
Policy Analyst
Ministry of Health
2021 - 2024
- Improved policy effectiveness by conducting comprehensive research and analysis on various issues.
- Developed data-driven policy recommendations for better decision-making and resource allocation.
- Developed policy briefs that summarized key findings from research activities, highlighting implications for future action and providing actionable recommendations for decisionmakers.
BRAND CONSULTANT
NZME
2018 - 2021
- Coordination, management and leadership to a team of twelve
- Implementing client strategies at a high standard to exceed stakeholder expectations
- Competing for deals and analysing the industry for relevant changes, opportunities and threats
- Paying attention to every small detail to ensure the delivery of a strategy is seamless
- Self-management and consistently being proactive
- Provided food/drink safety, preparation and management for events.
LEAD WAITRESS
LE XOM RESTAURANT CHRISTCHURCH
2017 - 2021
- Delivered exceptional table service in a fast-paced, high-volume setting
- Greeted guests with warmth, offering menu advice and pairing suggestions
- Ensured guests’ drinks and dining needs were promptly met
- Trained and supported junior staff in maintaining service standards
- Maintained a clean and welcoming dining space throughout service
- Knowledge of wine, wine regions, food pairings and etiquette.
Education
Politics, Psychology, International Business
VICTORIA UNIVERSITY OF WELLINGTON
01-2021
High School Diploma -
RANGI RURU GIRLS SCHOOL
Christchurch01-2016
Skills
- Team leadership & collaborative working
- Clean, neat, attention to detail
- Highly organised and punctual
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
- Fluent in English, understanding of basic French and German
- Food preparation
- Laundry skills
- Cleaning proficiency
- Cooking techniques
Timeline
BARISTA AND WAITRESS
BLACKBIRD CAFÉ AND RESTAURANT CHRISTCHURCH
2018 - 02.2020
International Trade Specialist
Auckland Business Chamber
2024 - 2025
Policy Analyst
Ministry of Health
2021 - 2024
BRAND CONSULTANT
NZME
2018 - 2021
LEAD WAITRESS
LE XOM RESTAURANT CHRISTCHURCH
2017 - 2021
Politics, Psychology, International Business
VICTORIA UNIVERSITY OF WELLINGTON
High School Diploma -
RANGI RURU GIRLS SCHOOL
Hobbies
Hiking, Cooking, Baking, Sewing, Skiing, Reading, International Relations, Healthcare
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