Tafadzwa Ndlovu
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Objective
Looking to obtain an employment opportunity as part of the leading marketing firm in Calgary, Alberta as a co-op experience to learn about future job as an events manager.
Work experience
Vancouver Island University Discovery Room (Nanaimo, British Columbia) September 2016 to April 2017
Assist year one students with work stations such as Host, Expeditor, Bartender, Server
Worked in a team to provide guests with fast and efficient service
Communicated with instructor to ensure expectations of the Discovery Room are met
Assist second year students with coffee service as well as food and beverage delivery
Rimrock Resort Hotel (Banff, Alberta) May 2016 to September 2016: Banquet Server
Provided fast paced and energetic service to guests
Was able to work in a teamwork environment
Made sure events were running smoothly as manager and higher authority requested
Set up, service and tear down events of up to 500 guests
Worked with a Banquet Event Order to ensure guest satisdaction
CeeCee's Restaurant & Coffee Bar (Kampala, Uganda) April 2012 – June 2015: Waitress
Responsible for taking Food and Beverage orders and delivering to guests as requested
Provided exceptional, friendly services to guests who arrived at the restaurant
Assisted manager and director to ensure service of the restaurant was consistent
Education
Vancouver Island University (Nanaimo, British Columbia) Hospitality Management Diploma
Courses including; Principles of Food Production, Dining Room Management, Dining Room Operations
Basic courses learning food handling skills, cooking methods, theory and practical ways of a restaurant setting.
Certifications
Foodsafe Level 1
Serving it RIght Certification
Proserve Certification
Skills
Friendly - able to adjust easily to a new environment with friendly service
Hands-on learning - able to learn faster with hands on experience
Enthusiastic - always willing to make sure someone’s day has been made
Team oriented - love working in a team to ensure perfect and expected service