Alex Giardini CV2016
- 1. ALEX GIARDINI PERSONAL Nationality: Italian and South African Date of Birth: 14 October 1992 Marital Status: Single Language Skills: English, Afrikaans, Spanish, German Current location: Cape Town, South Africa Notice Period Immediately Email: alex14za@yahoo.com Mobile: +27 76 596 6104 Skype ID: Alex14za PROFILE Whilst a student I attained a variety of skills that have provided me with a dependable work ethic, as well as an informed and balanced view of the world. My skills include coaching, hospitality work and farming. I excel at communication and have well-honed social skills, whilst maintaining a positive and professional manner with my colleagues and clients alike. As a highly-motivated and dedicated individual I aspire to further my experience internationally. STUDENT WORK EXPERIENCE Jul 2015 Dec 2015 UNIVERSITY OF STELLENBOSCH, SOUTH AFRICA Position: Tour Guide/Driver Reporting to: Logistics Coordinator Responsibilities: Transporting guests and staff of the University (local and international) Communicating with international guests and VIPs Informing guests about Stellenbosch University and South Africa in general Adhering to all safety and security regulations Feb 2014 Jul 2014 CRAFT TAPAS BAR AND RESTAURANT, STELLENBOSCH, SOUTH AFRICA Position: Barman Reporting to: General Manager 1
- 2. Responsibilities: Working in a team of 20 Being in charge of setting up the bar Being responsible for cashing up at the end of shift Staying informed of the latest craft beer trends Interacting with guests and colleagues & contributing to a pleasant work environment Sep 2012 Nov 2012 THAI CAF, STELLENBOSCH, SOUTH AFRICA Position: Waiter Reporting to: Restaurant Manager Responsibilities: Working in a team of 8 Taking orders and serving guests Performing opening and closing duties Working closely with colleagues to help create the right Thai Caf辿 experience Mar 2012 Aug 2012 ARIZONA SPUR, STELLENBOSCH, SOUTH AFRICA Position: Waiter Reporting to: Restaurant Manager Responsibilities: Working in a team of 30 Taking orders from guests, suggesting specials and upselling menu items Performing opening and closing duties Dealing with guest problems Dec 2011 OLD VILLAGE, CITRUSDAL, SOUTH AFRICA Position: Waiter Reporting to: Restaurant Manager COMPUTER SKILLS MS Office ACHIEVEMENTS One of the top 5 academic achievers at the Majuba Residence - Stellenbosch University - 2015 2
- 3. Achieved highest class mark in German Stellenbosch University - 2015 Selected to be part of an high school exchange program to South America - 2009 EDUCATION Feb 2013 Dec 2015 University of Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch, South Africa BA Humanities Feb 2012 Dec 2012 University of Stellenbosch Business School, Bellville, South Africa Certificate in Entrepreneurship & Management Jan 2006 Dec 2011 Bishops Diocesan College, Cape Town, South Africa High School Diploma (Comparable to UK A Levels) 3