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Bethany Balaktsis

Winnipeg,MB

Summary

Cheerful and energetic person who is organized and dependable. Effective at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated to serving and satisfying people's needs. Hard-working and physically fit for handling demanding tasks.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Olive Garden To Go Specialist

Olive Garden - Darden Restaurants
11.2023 - Current
  • Followed safety and sanitation policies while handling food and beverages to uphold proper health standards.
  • Reduced wait times for customers, prioritizing timely food preparation and packaging.
  • Maintained a clean and inviting pickup area, contributing to a positive customer experience.
  • Utilized POS system to receive and process food and beverage orders.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of menu items and corresponding ingredients.
  • Adjusted food preparation methods in accordance with customer requests.
  • Supported overall restaurant cleanliness by adhering to sanitation guidelines when handling food items and packaging materials.
  • Contributed positively towards team goals through effective communication between front-of-house staff members and the kitchen team.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate order processing.
  • Greeted customers and answered inquiries regarding menu items and specials.
  • Maintained clean, sanitary work station by removing trash, sweeping floors and wiping down countertops.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely completion of all to-go orders.
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices.
  • Answered to-go order phone calls, conveying menu options over telephone and accurately estimating time of delivery.
  • Served and assisted diners by carrying plates of food, taking and delivering beverage orders and refilling glasses.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Assistant Girls Basketball Coach

Refresh Basketball Club
08.2023 - Current
  • Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
  • Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
  • Stepped in as head coach at games when the head coach was unavailable.
  • Resolved conflict between players in intense moments.
  • Used quick and critical thinking skills to help lead the team through tough situations.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on and off the field.
  • Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
  • Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
  • Offered constructive feedback to players to help reach goals.
  • Developed relationships with players to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
  • Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
  • Casual job coaching girls (grade 10-12) club basketball (4 hours per week).

Daycare Worker

Harstone Children's Centre
07.2022 - 08.2022
  • Encouraged good behaviors using positive reinforcement methods.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
  • Monitored entrances and exits to maintain safety and organized environments.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Supervised children during activities and playtime ensuring a safe and positive environment.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Maintained child-friendly environment with access to outdoor activities.
  • Distributed food, napkins, and beverages in preparation for snack time.
  • Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
  • Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.

YOUTH SUMMER SPORTS CAMP COACH

Athletes In Action
07.2020 - 08.2021
  • Led and organized group activities and drills to improve athletes' coordination and skills.
  • Set-up and maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and
    damage.
  • Planned daily camp schedule and organized group activities.
  • Taught participants new skills and helped them improve on their weaknesses.
  • Supervised activities and drills to identify injuries and prioritize safety for participants.
  • Gave participants encouragement as well as constructive feedback.
  • Led camps with up to 40 kids.
  • Appropriately responded to incidents, such as behavioural problems or accidents.
  • Trained and mentored new coaches on fundamentals of coaching to apply best practices and strategies.
  • Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
  • Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute camp activities and plans.

CHILDREN'S CHURCH TEACHER VOLUNTEER

West End Christian Community
09.2016 - 03.2020
  • Encouraged class participation to build student confidence and interest in church teachings.
  • Planned and taught Bible lessons which included group activities.
  • Led and managed classroom lessons and behaviours.
  • Used a variety of teaching tools and methods to maximize learning.
  • Helped solve conflict between children.
  • Set-up and helped clean group activities.
  • Supervised children during play-time, including at parks, prioritizing their safety.
  • Adapted bible verses and lessons into stories and activities to help children comprehend scriptures.
  • Managed classroom behavior to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments.


Summer Camp Counselor Volunteer

Pioneer Camp Manitoba
07.2018 - 08.2018
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
  • Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Volunteered as a Camp Counselor for a short-staffed week of camp.
  • Assembled and disassembled tents for offsite events.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Checked children prior to entering boats, canoes or kayaks for proper jacket usage and overall safety standards.
  • Supervised groups of children in log cabins for sleepaway camp.
  • Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching and participating with campers.
  • Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and mediating
    appropriate solutions.
  • Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.
  • Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Algoma University
Sault Ste. Marie, ON

No Degree - Applying To Nursing

University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
04.2027

High School Diploma -

Daniel McIntyre Collegiate Institute
Winnipeg, MB
06.2020

Skills

  • Vocal leader
  • Setting up activities
  • Communication
  • Organization
  • Individual and group instruction
  • Teamwork
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Relationship Development

Certification

  • Certified in Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED level C by Canadian Red Cross

Timeline

Olive Garden To Go Specialist

Olive Garden - Darden Restaurants
11.2023 - Current

Assistant Girls Basketball Coach

Refresh Basketball Club
08.2023 - Current

Daycare Worker

Harstone Children's Centre
07.2022 - 08.2022

YOUTH SUMMER SPORTS CAMP COACH

Athletes In Action
07.2020 - 08.2021

Summer Camp Counselor Volunteer

Pioneer Camp Manitoba
07.2018 - 08.2018

CHILDREN'S CHURCH TEACHER VOLUNTEER

West End Christian Community
09.2016 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Algoma University

No Degree - Applying To Nursing

University of Manitoba

High School Diploma -

Daniel McIntyre Collegiate Institute

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