Danica Yurchak
Burnaby,BC
Summary
Enthusiastic and reliable professional takes pride in providing excellent customer service and creating memorable dining experiences for restaurant customers. Skilled in anticipating customer needs, addressing complaints and resolving issues in timely manner. Maintains focus and positive attitude in stressful situations and high-volume environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Special FX Artist and Shop Technician
Amazing Ape Productions
09.2021 - 09.2023
- Sculpted, molded, ran, seamed, and painted prosthetics/props.
- Worked as a team unit to complete group tasks and troubleshoot problems.
- Trained interns and answered any questions they asked.
- Life-casted actors for upcoming roles/makeups
- Kept the shop and work spaces clean and safe.
- Made inventory lists, and completed supply runs for anything we needed.
- Packaged the pieces in an orderly and protective fashion in preparation for transport.
- Spent long hours on foot and completed many tasks involving heavy lifting.
- Was skilled with using hand and power tools.
- Practiced safe handling of hazardous chemicals.
- Opening/closing duties.
- Key holder
Special FX Artist and Shop Technician
WCT Productions
07.2019 - 09.2021
- Sculpted, molded, ran, seamed, and painted prosthetics/props.
- Worked as a team unit to complete group tasks and troubleshoot problems.
- Trained interns and answered any questions they asked.
- Life-casted actors for upcoming roles/makeups
- Kept the shop and work spaces clean and safe.
- Made inventory lists, and completed supply runs for anything we needed.
- Packaged pieces in an orderly and protective fashion in preparation for transport.
- Spent long hours on foot and completed many tasks involving heavy lifting.
- Was skilled with using hand and power tools.
- Practiced safe handling of hazardous chemicals.
- Opening/closing duties.
- Key Holder
Hostess and Server
Moxie's Grill And Bar
10.2016 - 04.2017
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Cultivated friendly and welcoming restaurant environment.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Bussed and reset tables
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
Server, Food Prepper, Dish Washer
Twisted Basil Restaurant
07.2016 - 08.2016
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Served attractive, appetizing meals and deployed proven tasting techniques to confirm quality, taste and palatability prior to service.
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
Shelf Stocker
Daniel's Store And Marina
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Helped customers locate desired items and transfer oversized items to vehicles.
- Maintained well-organized restocking areas to avoid blocking aisles or creating safety hazards.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Unloaded arriving product stock and moved to store display areas.
- Conducted inventory lists.
Cashier, Cook, and Food Prep
Rude Dog Burger Bus
07.2013 - 08.2014
- Operated cash register for cash, and credit card transactions.
- Welcomed customers and took orders.
- Prepped and cooked food with great accuracy.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen.
- Opened and closed bus.
Education
Course - Serving Liquor
Serving It Right
British Columbia09.2023
Course - Level 1 First Aid
Emergency First Aid For Industry
Langley, BC07.2022
Diploma With Honours - Advanced Special Effects Makeup, Prosthetics And Props
Vancouver Film School
Vancouver09.2018
High School Diploma -
Bow Valley High School
Cochrane, AB06.2016
Course - Serving Liquor
ProServe
Alberta2016
Course - Driver Education Course
Class 5 Driver's License
Alberta2014
Skills
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Active Listening
- Customer Satisfaction
- Dining Area Maintenance
- Food and Beverage Pairings
- Table Setting Arrangements
- Food Sales and Promotion
- Ordering Procedures
- Guest Seating
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Outgoing and Friendly
Timeline
Special FX Artist and Shop Technician
Amazing Ape Productions
09.2021 - 09.2023
Special FX Artist and Shop Technician
WCT Productions
07.2019 - 09.2021
Hostess and Server
Moxie's Grill And Bar
10.2016 - 04.2017
Server, Food Prepper, Dish Washer
Twisted Basil Restaurant
07.2016 - 08.2016
Shelf Stocker
Daniel's Store And Marina
06.2015 - 08.2015
Cashier, Cook, and Food Prep
Rude Dog Burger Bus
07.2013 - 08.2014
Course - Serving Liquor
Serving It Right
Course - Level 1 First Aid
Emergency First Aid For Industry
Diploma With Honours - Advanced Special Effects Makeup, Prosthetics And Props
Vancouver Film School
High School Diploma -
Bow Valley High School
Course - Serving Liquor
ProServe
Course - Driver Education Course
Class 5 Driver's License
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