Alena Compain is passionate about customer service, which is why she has spent her entire career to date in the hospitality industry.

In her current role as the Supervisor of the Pizza King and Wishbone Restaurant on Brown Street in Suva, Ms Compain oversees the daily operation of the restaurant, ensuring it is running smoothly and her customers’ needs are met.

Early in her career, Ms Compain worked as a barmaid and waitress in some of Suva’s most recognisable establishments such as Bad Dog Café, O’Reilly’s Bar, and the defunct Leonardo’s restaurant.

The 51-year-old from Narocivo, Nayau in Lau also helps run her family dairy farm, Compain Estate, on Bau Road in Nausori.

The farm supplies fresh milk every day to Rewa Dairy, and to make other products that Ms Compain’s family enjoys at home, such as cheese with ginger and goat’s milk soap.

SunBiz sat down with the restaurant supervisor to learn about her travels around Viti Levu, top bucket-list destinations in Fiji, and her favourite food to cook.

Waidroka Bay Resort.

What places in Fiji did you enjoy travelling to?
I’ve been around Viti Levu.

There are a lot of beautiful places in Viti Levu.

Tailevu is beautiful, and so is Waidroka Bay, past Pacific Harbour.

The Hidden Paradise of Savusavu.

What are your top bucket-list Fiji destinations?
I want to go to Savusavu.

I’d love to do a road trip from Labasa to Savusavu.

Where do you like to eat and relax?
I’m a home person.

I prefer to eat and relax at home.

Lovo and curry.

What do you love to cook for friends and family?
Lovo food and curries.

Story by: jernese.macanawai@fijisun.com.fj