Claire Schau
Warfield ,BC
Summary
I have worked a range of jobs that has made me well suited to any position from customer service to physical work. My work history has shown me skills such as patience, efficiency, team spirit and ability to be independent in my work. These dynamic and flexible ability’s curated from a range of work experience have helped me develop and fine tune my skills, along with my willingness to learn, I am confident I would make a welcome addition to any work place.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
The Vineyard Hotel
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Was a venue all rounder working in our main bar, sports bar, bistro, as well as working as a busser, host, food runner and in our table service gambling room.
- Worked private events and was point of reference between the kitchen, party guests and other servers.
- Took food orders and communicated with the kitchen as well as taking drink orders.
- Made standard drinks as well as worked shifts as the venues cocktail bartender.
Bartender
Fraternal Order of Eagles
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed strong and friendly working relationships with customers and staff.
- Efficiently managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Kept bar organized and clean during busy hours.
- Handled cash drawer accurately throughout shift including opening and closing out register each day.
- I was a key holder of the establishment and was responsible for open, close and daily operations of the bar during my scheduled hours.
- Took stock at beginning and end of each shift.
- Efficiently took orders and served customers simultaneously while still providing quick and friendly service.
- Cleaned bar, glass, re-stocked, and swept to ensure a clean bar for opening the following day.
Ski Lift Operator
Red Mountain Resort
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Runner up for Rookie of the Year award for overall job performance and attitude.
- Maintaining a positive and safe environment for guests to ensure a pleasant experience.
- Fostering team spirit between coworkers so we are able to be the most efficient unit possible.
- Performed daily maintenance checks of ski lift equipment and machinery to ensure safe operation.
- Followed protocols in emergency situations with efficient radio communication and adhering to chain of command.
- Developed the ability to think on my feet and formulate a quick and concise course of action to prevent or correct safety hazards.
- Took part in morning tool box meetings and had to be informed on weather, snow conditions and over all mountain operations so I could give guests accurate information.
- Repeatedly swung lift carriers ranging from 35kg to 140kg, into position for safe and easy loading of guests.
- Provided efficient customer service to guest while simultaneously checking tickets and ensuring guests wellness prior to loading the lift.
Ski Lift Operator
Red Mountain Resort
12.2023 - 04.2024
Housekeeper
Red Mountain Resort
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Demonstrated ability to clean and organize multiple rooms efficiently and effectively under my own supervision.
- Proficiently managed time to complete assigned tasks within allocated deadlines.
- Independently cleaned condominiums, cabins, hostels and hot tubs to be rented out to tourists.
- Cleaned bathrooms, kitchens, bedrooms, windows, decks, changed bedding and restocked the rooms.
- Had access to a company vehicle for transport of cleaning supplies, laundry and myself to cleaning jobs.
Property Caretaker
Royal Vancouver Yacht Club
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Provided accurate information and recommendations for members of the club.
- Lived on site and provided service for members in and outside of working hours.
- Trusted to take care of the property and maintain the grounds as the sole on site caretaker for extended periods of time, days or weeks.
- Maintained on site machinery such as the pool systems as well as chemicals, and a desalinator that serviced the property.
- Responsible to clean and maintain all common areas such as the docks, cabins, pavillion, Barbecues, recycling tent, playground and sports courts.
- Check the docks daily to keep track of members, vessels and maintain the party dock.
- Maintained bushland in and around club grounds. Operated leaf blowers, power washers and removed obstructions after storms such as fallen tree limbs.
Property Caretaker
Royal Vancouver Yacht Club
09.2023 - 09.2023
Morning Prep Cook
Salt Spring Coffee
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Prepared many grab and go items such as wraps, sandwiches, baked goods and seasonal items.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen to health standards.
- Early starts and time managing to ensure everything was prepared on time.
- Cultivated a friendly working environment between kitchen and front of house staff.
Pizza Cook
Misty Mountain Pizza
06.2018 - 07.2022
- Responsible for training new staff to ensure the company standard of customer service and food quality is upheld.
- Key holder of the establishment and responsible for opening and closing the business independently.
- Responsible for handling cash drawer accurately at beginning and end of shift.
- Responsible for daily tip out of all kitchen employees.
- Served customers and completed transactions for customers with cash register.
- Performed daily cleaning duties such as mopping floors and sanitizing surfaces.
- Adhered to health code regulations when handling food products and equipment.
- Maintained a friendly working environment between coworkers and customers.
- Made pizzas, salads, garlic bread, desserts and prepped whatever was needed for daily operations.
- Communicated with co workers during busy hours to ensure quality as well as quick preparation of food was maintained.
Dishwasher
Clansy's Restaurant
11.2017 - 06.2019
- Performed daily cleaning duties including mopping floors, wiping counters, disposing of trash, and washing walls.
- Kept work area and equipment clean throughout shift.
- Cleaned and sanitized all dishes, utensils, and equipment as required by health department regulations.
- Assisted with food prep for the restaurant.
- Bussed tables and cleaned dining area.
- Always ensured that the kitchen and dining room never ran low on dishes.
Education
High School Diploma -
J.L. Crowe Secondary School
Trail, British Colombia06.2021
Skills
- Basic Accounting
- Safety Oriented
- Proficient in customer service
- Comfortable Working alone or in a Team
- Well Organized
- Efficient Problem-Solving Skills
Certification
- Serve it Right
- Lottery Certification
Timeline
Bartender
The Vineyard Hotel
11.2024 - 05.2025
Ski Lift Operator
Red Mountain Resort
12.2023 - 04.2024
Ski Lift Operator
Red Mountain Resort
11.2023 - 04.2024
Property Caretaker
Royal Vancouver Yacht Club
09.2023 - 09.2023
Bartender
Fraternal Order of Eagles
07.2023 - 05.2024
Housekeeper
Red Mountain Resort
06.2023 - 10.2023
Property Caretaker
Royal Vancouver Yacht Club
07.2022 - 10.2022
Morning Prep Cook
Salt Spring Coffee
07.2022 - 10.2022
Pizza Cook
Misty Mountain Pizza
06.2018 - 07.2022
Dishwasher
Clansy's Restaurant
11.2017 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
J.L. Crowe Secondary School