Brendan Quinn
Ajax,Canada
Summary
Proven track record in fast-paced professional environments, excelling in customer service and team collaborative skillsets. Developed skills in managing high-volume service, working as labour force, ensuring customer satisfaction, and maintaining clean and organized workspace. Looking to transition into new fields, leveraging strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities, additional to growing my professional skillsets.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender/Barback
the Front Door
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
Stock Maintenance and Customer Service
Michaels
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, promoting a welcoming environment for customers.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly, maintaining composure during busy periods or difficult interactions.
SwimTime Instructor
Goodlife Fitness Pickering
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Ensured that special needs students received extra assistance in lessons.
- Covered unfilled shifts for the employer.
Bar and serving staff
Private Employer
08.2023 - 08.2023
- Hired for private wedding behind the bar and on the floor. (reference available upon request)
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining calm under pressure, delivering an enjoyable dining experience for guests
- Greeted arriving guests warmly at the door while managing waitlists effectively during peak hours.
Property Maintenance
Durham
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Ensuring to maintain a clean presentation of the property.
- Working around heavy machinery, while following safety precautions.
- Managed property maintenance for optimal living conditions
- Coordinated property maintenance projects, ensuring timely completion and minimal disruption to tenant routines.
- Improved neighborhood aesthetics by addressing property maintenance violations and ensuring compliance.
Education
Joint-Honours - Psychology, Language
University of Galway
06-2029
Leaving Certificate -
Cistercian College
Roscrea, Ireland01.2024
Highschool Diploma -
Blyth Academy
01.2021
Skills
- Strong multitasking
- Customer service
- Highly reliable
- Team player attitude
- Clear and effective communication
- Patience and tolerance
- Responsible alcohol service
- Beverage preparation
- Changing beer kegs
- Fast learner
- Engaging customers
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Certification
Smart Serve Ontario
First-Aid - Redcross
Interests
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Gardening
- Youth Development Programs
- Outdoor Recreation
- Martial Arts
- Volunteering with youth sports programs as an assistant coach
Timeline
Bartender/Barback
the Front Door
03.2025 - 06.2025
Bar and serving staff
Private Employer
08.2023 - 08.2023
Stock Maintenance and Customer Service
Michaels
06.2023 - 01.2024
SwimTime Instructor
Goodlife Fitness Pickering
06.2023 - 09.2023
Property Maintenance
Durham
06.2023 - 08.2023
Joint-Honours - Psychology, Language
University of Galway
Leaving Certificate -
Cistercian College
Highschool Diploma -
Blyth Academy
Availability
- Full-time regarding both day and evening shifts
- All references Available Upon Request
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