Robert Bodnar
Portarlington,VIC
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience in maintaining clean and organized environments while adhering to hygiene standards. Demonstrates effective communication and flexibility in managing rotating schedules, including weekends and holidays. Committed to fostering a supportive workplace and contributing to operational efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2005
2005
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bar Staff Member
Portarlington Grand Hotel
Portarlington, Vic
08.2025 - 01.2026
- Delivered high-quality beverage service to elevate guest satisfaction.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area during shifts.
- Assisted in managing inventory levels for bar supplies.
- Partnered with team members to create a welcoming atmosphere for guests.
- Onboarded new staff on food running and customer service best practices.
- Assisted servers in maintaining cleanliness and organization of dining area.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff to ensure order accuracy.
- Supported kitchen operations by washing dishes and preparing food items
Managing Owner
Replay in Peace Retro Videogames
Portarlington, Vic
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Oversaw daily operations of retro video game store, ensuring high standards in customer service.
- Created targeted marketing strategies that successfully engaged local gaming enthusiasts and collectors.
- Curated diverse selection of vintage games and gaming consoles for sale.
- Organized community events and gaming tournaments to foster customer engagement and build community.
- Trained staff in product knowledge and customer engagement techniques.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing business operations.
Caulker
The Caulking Group
Portarlington, VIC
03.2023 - 01.2025
- Operated tools and equipment for precise caulking application, enhancing project outcomes across multiple sites.
- Applied caulking materials to seal gaps in various surfaces, improving insulation effectiveness.
- Inspected surfaces for imperfections before caulk application, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Followed industry best practices for caulking applications to enhance durability and performance.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure job site cleanliness and safety compliance.
- Maintained inventory of caulking supplies and tools to support daily operations.
- Ensured job sites were clear of waste to maintain a safe working environment.
- Executed instructions provided by supervisors for job tasks.
Aquaculture Technician
Jade Tiger Abalone
Indented head, Vic
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Monitored water quality parameters to maintain optimal conditions for abalone growth.
- Conducted routine health assessments on aquatic organisms and environments.
- Developed protocols for harvesting aquatic organisms according to established standards.
- Assisted in daily feeding and maintenance of abalone populations to support their health and growth.
- Oversaw daily crew operations to ensure efficient task completion and adherence to farm procedures.
- Trained new staff on farm procedures.
- Performed nightly security checks with operation room.
Education
Catholic Regional College
Geelong, VicSkills
- Beverage service
- Inventory management
- Customer engagement
- Team collaboration
- Food safety compliance
- Sales techniques
- Event coordination
- Staff training
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
Languages
English
First Language
Certification
- Security cert 3/cash in transit and firearms
- Forklift certified
- RSA
- First aid cert 2 (2009)
Affiliations
- Volunteer at local Portarlington op shops on weekends
Timeline
Bar Staff Member
Portarlington Grand Hotel
08.2025 - 01.2026
Managing Owner
Replay in Peace Retro Videogames
05.2025 - 08.2025
Caulker
The Caulking Group
03.2023 - 01.2025
Aquaculture Technician
Jade Tiger Abalone
01.2021 - 03.2023
Catholic Regional College