Benjamin Kovac
Waterloo,ON
Summary
Proven to be an effective leader and collaborator with extensive experience in team management and activity planning, most notably with 4 years as a Summer Day Camp Director. Demonstrated expertise in fostering collaboration and enhancing customer service. Skilled in facility, staff and program management, and adept at working with a team. Achieved results through strategic planning and a strong work ethic. Open to flexibility and committed to doing my best work.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Summer Day Camp Director
West Highland Church
2024.05 - 2024.08
- Fourth year returning to this position
- Planned and prepared activities for a six week summer camp.
- Monitored campers during activities, effectively handling difficult behaviours.
- Oversaw over 60 staff during their training and general responsibilities and fostered a culture of responsibility and collaboration.
- Cultivated cordial relationships with campers' parents or guardians.
Warehouse Packer
Amazon
2023.02 - 2023.05
- Reviewed orders to verify products met specifications.
- Added packed boxes to conveyor belts for movement to shipping stations.
- Loaded merchandise into specific packages suited for product dimensions.
Cashier
Zehrs
2022.12 - 2023.05
- Operated cash register for cash, cheque, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
Landscape Laborer
New Nature Landscapes
2022.09 - 2022.12
- Transferred materials to designated areas using hand trucks, electric carts, and wheelbarrows.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
- Collected and removed debris at job sites.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, ON05.2027
Certificate of Christian Studies -
Heritage Bible College
Cambridge, ON05.2023
High School Diploma -
Westdale Secondary School
Hamilton, ON06.2021
Skills
- Customer Service
- Strong Work Ethic
- Team Collaboration
- Responsible and Punctual
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Activity Planning
- Curriculum Design
- Facility Maintenance
- Team Management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Smart Serve Certification
Timeline
Summer Day Camp Director
West Highland Church
2024.05 - 2024.08
Warehouse Packer
Amazon
2023.02 - 2023.05
Cashier
Zehrs
2022.12 - 2023.05
Landscape Laborer
New Nature Landscapes
2022.09 - 2022.12
Bachelor of Arts - English
Wilfrid Laurier University
Certificate of Christian Studies -
Heritage Bible College
High School Diploma -
Westdale Secondary School
- First Aid Certification
- Smart Serve Certification
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