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Erika Lopez

Summary

  • Highly motivated and adaptable hospitality and cleaning professional with over 10 years’ experience in fast-paced environments including kitchen hand, waiter, barista, and cleaner roles. Skilled in maintaining hygiene and safety standards, working efficiently in team-oriented and remote settings. Additional background as a dental assistant and English teacher demonstrates strong organisational skills, communication, and attention to detail. Having previously worked in remote Australia during farm work in 2014-2015, I am familiar with the resilience, independence, and adaptability required to succeed in challenging FIFO environments. Seeking a FIFO Cleaner / Hospitality Utility role in Western Australia mine sites to contribute with strong work ethic, flexibility, and a safety-first approach.

Work History

English Teacher

Helen Doron English School
2023 - 2025
  • Developed communication and interpersonal skills transferable to team environments.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that fostered critical thinking skills.

Hospitality Worker/Cleaner

Multiple Employers - References Available Upon Request
2012 - 2024
  • Performed cleaning and housekeeping in high pressure environments such as: restaurants, cafes, and private facilities.
  • Assisted in kitchen operations: food prep, dishwashing, stock organisation, ensuring compliance with hygiene and safety standards
  • Delivered efficient and reliable hospitality services, including barista (great coffee making skills) and waiter duties (busy restaurants)

Dental Nurse

Mascot Dental Clinic
2019 - 2022
  • Assisted dentists during procedures, managing instruments and sterilisation.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and infection control.
  • Contributed to a positive patient experience with effective communication, empathy, and professionalism.

Education

CELTA - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages

International House World Organisation
Rome
01-2022

High School Diploma -

Psychology And Sociology Lyceum
Italy
01-2013

Skills

  • Mine site cleaning & housekeeping (rooms, facilities, amenities)
  • Kitchen hand duties: food preparation, dishwashing, stock management
  • Hospitality service: barista, waiter, customer service
  • High standards of hygiene & safety (knowledge of WHS protocols)
  • Teamwork, adaptability, and problem solving
  • Time management and multitasking abilities
  • Strong physical stamina and resilience in remote environments
  • Flexibility to work rosters (FIFO/DIDO, day & night shifts)
  • PERMANENT RESIDENT

Languages

English
Italian
Spanish

Timeline

English Teacher

Helen Doron English School
2023 - 2025

Hospitality Worker/Cleaner

Multiple Employers - References Available Upon Request
2012 - 2024

Dental Nurse

Mascot Dental Clinic
2019 - 2022

CELTA - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages

International House World Organisation

High School Diploma -

Psychology And Sociology Lyceum
Erika Lopez