Nicholas Fernandes
Reservoir
Summary
Driven by a continuous learning attitude and an innovative mindset, I have excelled in the Brekky Van team, helping to foster a positive community. My strong communication skills and creative thinking approach significantly contributed to team environments across roles, including The Bluestone Cafe, Big Band - Parade College and School Captain. I am hardworking and passionate with strong organizational skills, eager to learn from the ground - up. I am ready to help team achieve company goals. I am friendly, caring and respectful in all settings, with passion for providing excellent customer service - to humans or animals, as shown in by husbandry work at Bundoora Farm. I love the creativity of music and anime, the discipline of sports, the challenge the Japanese language and the problem solving of chess. I am ready to help teams achieve company goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Brekky Van - Feeding Students And Their Families.
Parade College Van - Olympic Village, Heidelberg W
07.2023 - Current
- Assisting with the weekly breakfast program by preparing and serving food and drinks.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others in a caring and respectful manner.
- Represented my school positively while providing community with much-needed services.
Babysitter
Family Members
Melbourne, VIC
01.2023 - Current
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children, straightening up play areas afterwards.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
Alto Saxophone - Musician
Big Band - Parade College
Bundoora, VIC
01.2022 - Current
- Expanded musical repertoire through exploration of diverse genres, styles, and techniques.
- Collaborated with fellow musicians for seamless performances and increased audience engagement.
- Scheduled rehearsals with other musicians and bands.
Dog Walker
Family Members
Melbourne, VIC
01.2021 - Current
- Cleaned up after dogs and properly disposed of waste to keep community clean and free of potential hazards.
- Provided dogs with exercise and fresh air to promote dog health.
- Led dogs away from hazards, obstacles, and other animals to protect safety.
Barista & Cafe Assistant
The Bluestone Cafe - Parade College
Bundoora, VIC
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanour and promptly addressing their needs.
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Maintained and operated commercial coffee machines and other equipment, making a variety of beverages.
- Effectively and efficiently used cash register
Volunteer
Jackaroo & Jillaroo Team - Bundoora Farm
Bundoora, VIC
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Showed respect and kindness to wonderful animals at this engaging and supportive program.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities, including feeding and grooming animals and mucking out stalls, to serve the farm program needs.
- Worked well in a team to complete a range of domestic and educational tasks.
School Captain
Preston Primary School
Preston, VIC
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Reinforced positive behaviour in student community by encouraging efforts through developing online storytime, affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Developed positive rapport with students of various and diverse backgrounds.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with students and teachers.
Education
Currently in Year 10
Parade College
Bundoora, VICSkills
Positive Attitude
Teamwork and Collaboration
Organized and Efficient
Innovative Mindset
Strong Communication Skills
Design Thinking Approach
Continuous Learning Attitude
Saxophone & Orchestra
Team Sports
Chess player - Critical Thinking
Languages
Japanese
Elementary
Hobbies
- Member of three bands - alto saxophone
- Japanese Culture and Anime
- Competition Tennis
- Volleyball
- Muay Thai
- Competition Chess
Timeline
Volunteer
Brekky Van - Feeding Students And Their Families.
07.2023 - Current
Babysitter
Family Members
01.2023 - Current
Barista & Cafe Assistant
The Bluestone Cafe - Parade College
03.2022 - 12.2022
Alto Saxophone - Musician
Big Band - Parade College
01.2022 - Current
Dog Walker
Family Members
01.2021 - Current
Volunteer
Jackaroo & Jillaroo Team - Bundoora Farm
01.2020 - 12.2021
School Captain
Preston Primary School
01.2020 - 12.2020
Currently in Year 10
Parade College