Blake Burgan
daw park,SA
Summary
Compassionate and reliable individual with a strong background in customer service and hospitality, including experience as a bartender at the Hilton Adelaide. Highly skilled in communication, teamwork, and creating positive experiences for people from diverse backgrounds. Known for maintaining a calm, patient, and supportive approach in fast-paced and high-pressure environments. Passionate about helping others and committed to promoting independence, dignity, and wellbeing. Eager to apply strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and problem-solving abilities in a disability support role where I can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
trade assistant
Airco heating and cooling
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted technicians with installation and maintenance of heating and cooling systems.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the workspace and equipment.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks and containers.
- Provided assistance with manual handling tasks when required.
- Maintained a clean, safe working environment by adhering to health and safety regulations at all times.
bartender
Edinburgh hotel
Adelaide, Sa
01.2022 - Current
- Provided excellent customer service while engaging with guests at the Edinburgh hotel.
- Trained new staff on bar protocols and customer interaction techniques effectively.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to synchronize food and drink orders seamlessly.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
Bartender
Hilton hotel
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed bar inventory and restocked supplies as needed.
- Handled cash transactions and processed payments efficiently.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to enhance satisfaction levels.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Poured wine, beer, and cocktails for patrons.
- Prepared a variety of cocktails and beverages for diverse clientele.
Basketball coaching
Forestville eagles basketball club
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Attended coaching clinics and workshops to stay abreast of latest trends in youth basketball coaching methods.
- Provided individual coaching sessions aimed at developing specific skillsets among trainees.
- Provided leadership, guidance, mentoring, and coaching to team members in order to maximize their potential.
Casual Team Member
McDonald's
Cross Roads, SA
03.2020 - 09.2020
- Provided exceptional customer service in fast-paced environment.
- Operated kitchen equipment and prepared food items efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area and kitchen.
- Collaborated with team to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Assisted in resolving customer complaints with professionalism and care.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area throughout shift.
Basketball umpiring
Unley high school
03.2019 - 01.2020
student Pe Teacher
Magill Primary school
10.2019 - 11.2019
- Duties: run P.E program and assist the P.E teacher with any requirements
- Designed engaging lesson plans for physical education classes.
- Fostered teamwork and sportsmanship among students through group activities.
Education
Year 12 - biology, English, Physical education, outdoor education
Unley High School
Netherby 01.2017 - 11.2021
Skills
- Communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Motivated
- Patience and emotional awareness
- Problem solving
Awards
- Unley High School Senior Sports Captain, 2021
- Unley High School Sports Award, 2020
- Year 8/9 Home Group Award, Awarded to a boy and a girl from the assigned home group. The award is achieved by being an outgoing and friendly student to your peers.
References
- Marie Vovos, Drama/HASS, Unley High School, 101 Kitchener street, Netherby, SA, 5062, (08) 8394 5400, marie.vovos@live.com, www.uhs.sa.edu.au
- Andrew Michelmore, English, Unley High School, 101 Kitchener street, Netherby, SA, 5062, (08) 8394 5400, Andrew.michelmore@uhs.sa.edu.au
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 01/17/04
Email:burganblake@gmail.com
Objectives
Empathetic and motivated professional seeking to transition into the disability support sector where I can contribute to improving the quality of life for individuals living with disability. Bringing strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills developed through high-level hospitality experience at the Hilton Adelaide. Committed to providing respectful, person-centred support while promoting independence, dignity, and inclusion within the community.
Timeline
trade assistant
Airco heating and cooling
01.2025 - Current
bartender
Edinburgh hotel
01.2022 - Current
Bartender
Hilton hotel
01.2021 - 01.2022
Basketball coaching
Forestville eagles basketball club
06.2020 - 01.2021
Casual Team Member
McDonald's
03.2020 - 09.2020
student Pe Teacher
Magill Primary school
10.2019 - 11.2019
Basketball umpiring
Unley high school
03.2019 - 01.2020
Year 12 - biology, English, Physical education, outdoor education
Unley High School
01.2017 - 11.2021