Mare Herrema
Summary
Motivated and customer-oriented professional with experience in food service, bartending, and event catering. Skilled in working in high-end dining environments, including a Michelin-starred restaurant. Good at taking initiative, working independently, and adapting quickly in fast-paced environments. Passionate about providing top-tier service and continuously learning to enhance my hospitality expertise.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Waitstaff & Bartender
Landgoed Lauswolt
Beetsterzwaag
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Provided service to guests at Bistro Nijeholt (BIB Gourmand) and De Heeren van Harinxma (1 Michelin star).
- Worked behind the bar, preparing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, recommending, and upselling drinks and bites.
- Assisted in large-scale events, ensuring high-quality hospitality standards.
- Assisting with daily mise en place.
Tutor
Bijlesaanhuis.nl & Het Drachtster Lyceum
09.2021 - 02.2025
- Provided private tutoring and group lessons to students at home, at school, and online.
- Developed lesson plans tailored to the needs of each student.
Waitstaff
Sondrio
Drachten
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Worked alongside a close-knit team to deliver the best possible service to our guests at this Italian restaurant
- I worked behind the bar and provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Prepared typical Italian desserts.
- Participated in wine tastings and a cocktail training.
Event & Catering Assistant
Annage Skûtsjesilen & Events, Eernewoude
Eernewoude
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Assisted in event organization.
- Supervised group activities.
- Organized buffet tables, beverage areas, and other service stations prior to events.
- Prepared sandwiches, assisted with barbecue preparations, served and scooped ice cream, and handled pastry service for coffee.
- Handled cleaning duties.
Waitstaff - Foodrunner
Binnen Eten & Drinken
Drachten
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Delivered dishes to tables.
- Ensured smooth service in a busy dining environment.
- Assisted in finishing and plating dishes.
- Took part in a hospitality training.
Education
High School Diploma -
Het Drachtster Lyceum
Drachten07-2024
Skills
- Social and friendly
- Responsible
- Hospitable
- Resilient under pressure
- Eager to learn
- Driven and motivated
- Flexible
Certification
- Craft Beer Masterclass - Certificate of Participation
- NSW RSA
Volunteering
Youth Advisor (December 2019 - July 2023)
- Volunteered and conducted research among young people for the youth health website Jouwggd.nl
Languages
Dutch
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Affiliations
- Singing
- Playing the saxophone
- Badminton
- Sailing
- Reading
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Waitstaff & Bartender
Landgoed Lauswolt
09.2024 - 02.2025
Waitstaff
Sondrio
01.2023 - 06.2024
Waitstaff - Foodrunner
Binnen Eten & Drinken
01.2022 - 12.2022
Tutor
Bijlesaanhuis.nl & Het Drachtster Lyceum
09.2021 - 02.2025
Event & Catering Assistant
Annage Skûtsjesilen & Events, Eernewoude
01.2020 - 01.2024
High School Diploma -
Het Drachtster Lyceum