Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
References
Timeline
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Armand Van Zyl

Gelorup,WA

Summary

Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Dependable worker with experience and well-developed critical thinking, problem-solving and organizational skills. Exceptional communicator and team player trained in operating cash registers and serving customers. Goes above and beyond to serve guests and promote loyalty.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Plant Technician

Southern Seawater Alliance
Binningup, WA
05.2024 - Current
  • Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while working in the plant environment.
  • Troubleshot mechanical issues with plant machinery and equipment in a timely manner.
  • Tested operational systems periodically to verify correct functioning after repairs or adjustments.
  • Assisted in training new staff on proper operation of plant equipment.
  • Performed routine inspections of the production equipment and identified potential problems.
  • Repaired faulty components using hand tools and power tools when necessary.
  • Conducted maintenance tasks such as cleaning, lubricating, adjusting, and replacing parts on machines.
  • Maintained accurate records of all preventive maintenance activities for future reference.
  • Identified opportunities for cost savings through efficient utilization of resources.
  • Inspected finished products prior to shipment for quality assurance purposes.
  • Monitored plant operations to ensure optimal performance levels and safety protocols were met.

Crew Member

Hungry Jacks
Dalyellup, WA
10.2021 - 02.2023
  • Educated customers on menu items, product ingredients and nutritional values.
  • Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.
  • Restocked kitchen supplies including food products and utensils.
  • Cleaned restaurant area by sweeping floors, wiping tables and emptying trash receptacles.
  • Assisted in the preparation of food items such as burgers, chips and drinks.
  • Completed opening and closing tasks such as setting up workstations, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Monitored quality of food served to ensure it met company standards for presentation and temperature.
  • Followed all safety guidelines while operating equipment such as slicers, fryers and ovens.
  • Provided excellent customer service to maintain a positive atmosphere for guests.
  • Prepared beverages such as coffee drinks, smoothies and milkshakes according to company standards.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Processed takeout orders quickly to ensure timely delivery of meals.
  • Checked expiration dates on all products before serving them to customers.
  • Kept restaurant lobby, front counter and restrooms neat and clean throughout shift.
  • Wiped down tables and equipment, swept and refilled stock.
  • Interacted pleasantly with guests to deliver quality customer service.

Casual Food Service Team Member

KFC
Bunbury, WA
06.2021 - 09.2021
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations within the kitchen environment.
  • Cleaned work areas, equipment and utensils after use to maintain a safe and sanitary environment.
  • Disposed of rubbish in accordance with company policies.
  • Cooked menu items according to specific recipes using various kitchen equipment safely.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dalyellup College
Dalyellup, WA
10.2023

Skills

  • Menu Memorization
  • Drive-Thru Operations
  • Order Management
  • Food Running
  • Customer Service
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Food Preparation
  • Inventory Restocking
  • Beverage Preparation
  • Customer Engagement
  • Problem-Solving
  • Workplace Efficiency
  • Cleaning
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Taking Orders
  • Store Opening and Closing
  • Clear Communication

Accomplishments

  • I was a prefect at Dalyellup College during 2023
  • I was awarded an Australian Defence Force 2023 Future Innovators Award
  • I was awarded the Certificate of Merit for ATAR Chemistry
  • I was also awarded the Certificate of Merit for ATAR Math Methods

Languages

Afrikaans
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual

References

Tristan Wilkens- Plant Technician

Southern Seawater Alliance (SSWA), Binningup

Phone Number: 0451 535 573    Email address: tristan.wilkens16@gmail.com

  • Tristan is the team lead for the crew that I worked on while at SSWA. He was in charge of me and my co-workers and he taught me what to do at work and why it needs to be done.

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Courtney Jacobs - Assistant Manager and Hiring Manager

Hungry Jacks, Dalyellup

Phone Number: 0417 745 088   Email Address: courtneyjacobs9721@gmail.com

  • Courtney was one of the managers that worked at Hungry Jacks while I worked there and was the manager that I worked with the most while I was there.

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Dharam Apanah- Teacher and Year 12 Coordinator

Dalyellup College, Dalyellup

Phone Number: (08) 9797 9200    Email Address: dharam.apanah@education.wa.edu.au

  • Mr Apanah was the Year 12 Coordinator while I was a year 12 student and he used to be my Health teacher.

Timeline

Plant Technician

Southern Seawater Alliance
05.2024 - Current

Crew Member

Hungry Jacks
10.2021 - 02.2023

Casual Food Service Team Member

KFC
06.2021 - 09.2021

High School Diploma -

Dalyellup College
Armand Van Zyl