Meet Evelina Andersen, our new colleague and student assistant in Marketing & Communication at Compass Group Denmark.
Evelina brings a very special journey with her – both literally and professionally.
It all began with a gap year and an idea to explore the world. Evelina traveled around Asia and ended up in New Zealand, where a working holiday visa became her ticket to new adventures.
Her roommate worked for Compass Group New Zealand in the New Zealand Airways lounge, and soon Evelina became part of the team.
In her role as ‘front of house,’ Evelina learned everything about creating a great guest experience. She was responsible for welcoming guests, keeping the (food) facilities inviting, and serving as a barista.
She particularly remembers the moments when the lounge was buzzing with life – when Denmark played football matches, when New Zealand’s rugby team stopped by, or when famous guests like Katy Perry and Louboutin booked the VIP lounge.
“It was my first real full-time job, and I learned a lot – both about service, responsibility, and working in a new country. It became my springboard to other barista jobs, both in New Zealand and later in Denmark,” Evelina says.
“When I saw that Compass Group Denmark was looking for a student assistant, it was a fantastic opportunity. I had had a really good experience with Compass Group in New Zealand, and I had experienced that it was a place where the management was close and supportive. That made the decision to apply easy for me – and I’m excited to bring that experience to Denmark,” she adds.
Today, Evelina is working on her Master’s in Communication at CBS, and we are proud that she has chosen to rejoin the Compass Group family – this time alongside her studies as a student assistant.
At Compass Group Denmark, we are thrilled to attract talented students like Evelina. Today, we have a total of 22 student assistants at our HQ, young talents who all make an invaluable difference in our daily operations.
Welcome back, Evelina!