Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
National Lifeguard Certification
Timeline
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Cooper Yap-Chung

Victoria

Summary

Dedicated professional with experience at Gordon Head Recreation, skilled in water monitoring and first aid. Successfully enhanced swim instruction outcomes through effective patron support and safety oversight. Proven ability to create a welcoming environment, ensuring guest satisfaction while maintaining health and safety standards. Committed to fostering positive experiences for all.

Skilled Lifeguard consistently remains calm and focused in stressful environments. Talented in swim instruction for all ages. Committed to promoting safety in and around large bodies of water. Certified in First Aid/CPR/AED.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

Gordon Head Recreation
10.2022 - Current
  • Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Helped students adjust to pool and unfamiliar surroundings, resulting in better results during individual and group lessons.
  • Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.

Server, Dishwasher, Kitchen Assistant

Rose Bank Gardens
12.2017 - 01.2022
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mount Douglas Secondary
Victoria, BC
06-2022

Skills

  • Water monitoring
  • Safety oversight
  • Hazard removal
  • Pool cleaning
  • Swim instruction
  • Patron support
  • First aid and CPR

Languages

English

Certification

  • Standard First Aid/CPR-C Certified
  • National Lifeguard Certificate
  • Swim Instructor Certificate
  • Food Safe Level 1
  • Serving It Right BC

National Lifeguard Certification

Completed National Lifegaurd couse originally in December 2021, then recertified in October of 2023.

Timeline

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

Gordon Head Recreation
10.2022 - Current

Server, Dishwasher, Kitchen Assistant

Rose Bank Gardens
12.2017 - 01.2022

High School Diploma -

Mount Douglas Secondary
Cooper Yap-Chung