Rory Tims
Stromness
Summary
Hard working, highly-motivated individual eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to support team objectives and create great customer experiences. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments, with over 17 years of working experience. Always eager to accept challenges in new environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
The Ferry Inn
04.2026 - Current
- Assisted in cellar management - changing kegs and assessing inventory levels to ensure product availability and minimise waste.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area in compliance with health regulations.
- Provided exceptional customer service, building rapport with regular patrons.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate food and beverage pairings.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures.
Server/Bartender
The Isles Inn
10.2025 - 02.2026
- Delivered exceptional customer service in high-volume pub dining environment.
- Assisted in cellar management, including tapping/changing of kegs and ensuring stock is delivered and rotated.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
Server/Bartender
The New Inn
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Set positive tone for dining experiences as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Used knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Server/Kitchen Expeditor
Gusto Italian Kitchen + Wine Bar
09.2024 - 07.2025
- Act as the liaison between the kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure accurate and timely food service.
- Manage the flow of orders during service on the pass, coordinating tickets to maintain efficient pace and consistent quality for up to 800 covers on busy days.
- Check finished plates for presentation, accuracy, portioning, and temperature before releasing them to service staff.
- Communicate effectively with chefs, line cooks, and servers to resolve any issues, substitutions, or delays.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety and organization at the expo area at all times.
- Deliver food and beverages to guests with professionalism and care.
Head of Strength and Conditioning
Norths Devils Rugby League Club
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Create a suitable macro-cycle and utilise gameday (+-) model in line with changing match-day schedule.
- Implement comprehensive strength and power programs, while including utilisation of mobility, prehab, plyometrics and primers.
- Implement off-feet conditioning programs (periodised via individualised MAS prescriptions).
Head of Programming and Athletic Development
Science Of Fitness
09.2017 - 09.2024
- Utilise knowledge of exercise and sports science through well planned exercise prescription and programming for over 300 members.
- Perform one-on-one personal training, group classes and team strength and conditioning
- Manage and implement staff and intern education and up-skilling to improve the standard of training in the industry.
Strength and Conditioning Coach
University Of Queensland Rugby Club
02.2021 - 09.2023
- Implement comprehensive strength and power programs, while including utilisation of mobility, prehab, plyometrics and primers.
- Implement off-feet conditioning programs (periodised via individualised MAS prescriptions).
- Collaborated with medical staff to ensure safe return-to-play strategies for injured athletes.
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Ashgrove GPS Rugby Club
11.2018 - 08.2020
- Develop and implement programs focused on improving all physical qualities and performance markers for the under 20's squad.
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Nudgee College
11.2016 - 06.2019
- Coaching large groups of adolescents from various sports (rugby, cricket, swimming, tennis, athletics, soccer) and improving movement literacy and overall athleticism in one of Australia's leading sporting schools.
Landscape Labourer
Bill's Handyman Services Pty Ltd
11.2013 - 07.2016
- Perform landscaping duties in line with customers' expectations.
Retail Worker
Coles Kenmore
11.2007 - 08.2013
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
Education
Bachelor Degree - Sport and Exercise Science
University of Queensland
Brisbane2015
Diploma of High School -
Brisbane Boys' College
Brisbane2009
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Openness to feedback
- Adaptability
- On-the-feet thinking
- Rapport-building
Personal Information
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bartender
The Ferry Inn
04.2026 - Current
Server/Bartender
The Isles Inn
10.2025 - 02.2026
Server/Bartender
The New Inn
07.2025 - 10.2025
Server/Kitchen Expeditor
Gusto Italian Kitchen + Wine Bar
09.2024 - 07.2025
Head of Strength and Conditioning
Norths Devils Rugby League Club
09.2023 - 09.2024
Strength and Conditioning Coach
University Of Queensland Rugby Club
02.2021 - 09.2023
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Ashgrove GPS Rugby Club
11.2018 - 08.2020
Head of Programming and Athletic Development
Science Of Fitness
09.2017 - 09.2024
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Nudgee College
11.2016 - 06.2019
Landscape Labourer
Bill's Handyman Services Pty Ltd
11.2013 - 07.2016
Retail Worker
Coles Kenmore
11.2007 - 08.2013
Bachelor Degree - Sport and Exercise Science
University of Queensland
Diploma of High School -
Brisbane Boys' College