Ekko Bonder
Burnaby
Summary
Dedicated and versatile professional with over three years of experience in the service industry, encompassing front-of-house roles such as server, baker, and barista, along with some back-of-house responsibilities. Adept at providing exceptional customer service, fostering teamwork, and maintaining high standards of efficiency and quality. Known for strong organizational skills, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Politics, with a strong ambition to transition into a legal career. Outside of work and academics, passionate about the hunter/jumper ring and competing with horses across North America. .
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Front of House Employee
Ground Up Cafe & Catering
01.2024 - 08.2024
- My work at Ground Up Cafe & Catering has included front-of-house work, serving customers, managing the till, being a barista and working in the kitchen as a baker.
- I maintained a clean and welcoming environment for guests, contributing to positive dining experiences.
Front of House Employee
Fire Truck Grill
01.2023 - 01.2023
- My work at the Fire Truck Grill included managing payments, taking orders, customer service, inventory, managing guests, being a line cook, and running the restaurant.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and addressing inquiries promptly.
Front of House Employee
Woodfire Restaurant
01.2022 - 01.2023
- I worked at Woodfire Restaurant in various departments, including food running, hosting, managing computers, phones, and customer service.
Server
Lavender Bay Ventures
01.2022 - 01.2023
- My duties included serving, setting up, food prep, customer service, and providing an enthusiastic atmosphere for guests
- Jobs included weddings and professional events.
Horse Groom
Foxstone Stables
01.2022 - 01.2022
- During my employment at Foxstone Stables, I tended to 40+ horses
- Work included managing each horse's required needs, such as stable cleaning, horse rotations, feeding and quality care, attention to injury, and injury prevention.
Education
Homeschooled on Gabriola Island
Bachelor of Arts - Political Studies
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC06.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Political Studies
Vancouver Island University, Department of Political Sciences, Department of History
Vancouver Island07.2024
GED -
The High School At Vancouver Island University
12.2022
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Team player attitude
- Phone Etiquette
- Cash handling proficiency
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
Accomplishments
- Gather Grant for Prof Mark Williams and Modle UN (Vancouver Island University), 2024-01-01
- Maker-con Cyber security presentation with a score of 91% (Vancouver Island University), 2024-01-01
- Completed Serving It Right certification, 2023-01-01
- Valedictorian for The School at Vancouver Island University, 2022-01-01
- 14th out of 50 in the USHJA hunter Derby @Thunderbird Show Park Langley BC, 2022-01-01
- 1st place Taylor Harris Insurance Medal (THIS) and many First Place and 2nd Place standings and honours in Equestrian events, 2022-01-01
- 1st place 4-H educational display boards regional, 2019-01-01
Programs
- Word Press
- Pages
- Google Forms
- CorelDRAW
- Wix
- Powerpoint
- TikTok
- Threads
- X
- Square
Personal Information
Age: 20
Volunteer Experience
- Highschool peer tutor, 2019-01-01, 2022-12-31
- Farm to Table (4-H youth volunteer program), 2018-01-01
- Brickyard Beast (youth counsellor), 2019-01-01
- Concert on the Green (4-H youth volunteer program), 2019-01-01
- Parks and Recreation Youth program, 2019-01-01
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Front of House Employee
Ground Up Cafe & Catering
01.2024 - 08.2024
Front of House Employee
Fire Truck Grill
01.2023 - 01.2023
Front of House Employee
Woodfire Restaurant
01.2022 - 01.2023
Server
Lavender Bay Ventures
01.2022 - 01.2023
Horse Groom
Foxstone Stables
01.2022 - 01.2022
Homeschooled on Gabriola Island
Bachelor of Arts - Political Studies
Simon Fraser University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Studies
Vancouver Island University, Department of Political Sciences, Department of History
GED -
The High School At Vancouver Island University
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