Nahale Kapuni
Pahoa,HI
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Barback/Server/Bartender
Temple Bar
Hilo, HI
03.2021 - Current
- Assisted bartenders with drink preparation tasks, resulting in faster service for patrons.
- Maintained cleanliness of all bar areas according to health department standards through diligent sanitation practices.
- Restocked ice, condiments, and snacks.
- Assisted with inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels of liquor, beer, wine, garnishes, and other bar supplies.
- Replaced empty kegs and soda syrups.
- Delivered food to customers at bar and tables.
- Operated POS system to collect payments from customers.
Cocktail Server/Barback/Pantry Cook
The Hidden Nene
Hilo, HI
12.2019 - Current
- Provided attentive service, regularly checking in on guests to ensure their needs were met.
- Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper handling of payments and tips.
- Collaborated with bartenders to ensure timely preparation of drinks for efficient service.
- Maintained clean and organized bar area.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
Kitchen Manager
Coco Cantina
Hilo, HI
10.2020 - 05.2024
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Waiakea High School
Hilo, HI1994
Skills
- 10 yrs Outrigger canoe paddling OC6 & OC1
- Multiple channel crossings
- 10 yrs SUP surfing & distance racing
- 1yr SUP basic instructor
- Efficient multitasking
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Cleanliness maintenance
- Basic mixology
- Bussing tables
- Fast-paced environment
- Garnish preparation
- Ice and keg replenishment
- Bartender support
- Bar organization
- Timely food delivery
- Wait staff support
Accomplishments
3x Molokai hoe Kaiwi channel crossings outrigger canoe 6 man
2x Pailolo channel crossings outrigger canoe 6 man
2xPailolo challenge crossing outrigger 1man
2x Hulakai race to fitness SUP competitor
2012 Hawai battle of the paddle competitor
Certification
World Standup Paddleboard association “ASI” instructor certification
Food handlers certification
January 2020-does not expire
Hawaii state department of health
food safety program
Hawaii county liquor control dispenser
September 2023-october 2027
Timeline
Barback/Server/Bartender
Temple Bar
03.2021 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Coco Cantina
10.2020 - 05.2024
Cocktail Server/Barback/Pantry Cook
The Hidden Nene
12.2019 - Current
High School Diploma - undefined
Waiakea High School