Jackson Cairns
Nanaimo,BC
Summary
Driven university student and varsity soccer athlete with experience in nonprofit leadership and business operations. Co-founded a nonprofit to enhance sports opportunities for elementary students, coordinating volunteers and programs. Served as Operations Coordinator, managing scheduling and customer bookings to ensure smooth operations. Developed strong customer service skills and a solid work ethic through various roles, balancing academics, athletics, and employment.
Overview
2
2
Languages
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Dishwasher
Boston Pizza Restaurant and Sports Bar
11.2025 - 06.2026
- Operated commercial dishwashing equipment to clean dishes, glassware, and kitchen tools efficiently.
- Sanitized workstations, sinks, and food-contact surfaces to support food safety standards.
- Restocked plates, utensils, and smallwares to maintain smooth front- and back-of-house operations.
- Removed trash, grease, and debris from dish area to maintain sanitary conditions.
Co-Founder
Sports4Youth
10.2024 - 06.2026
- Launched non-profit youth sports programming and aligned activities with community engagement goals.
- Coordinated practice schedules, venue logistics, and participant communications for smooth program delivery.
- Collaborated with coaches and volunteers to maintain consistent instruction and safe participation.
- Supported fundraising efforts through donor follow-up, sponsorship tracking, and event preparation.
Operations Coordinator
Blue Peak Exterior Cleaning
06.2025 - 04.2026
- Coordinated daily crew schedules and dispatch plans to keep exterior cleaning jobs on track.
- Managed customer communication, confirming appointments and updating clients on service progress.
- Tracked job details, service notes, and completion status for accurate operational follow-up.
Education
BBA -
Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo, BC12-2030
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Scheduling management
- Operational efficiency
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Strong work ethic
- Logistics coordination
- Business development
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Extracurricular activities
University Soccer Athlete
Compete as a university soccer athlete at Vancouver Island University while balancing academics, training, travel, and competition. Being part of a university team has helped me develop discipline, teamwork, time management, communication, and the ability to perform under pressure. I dedicate significant time to training and improving my performance while representing my university in competitive soccer.
Timeline
Dishwasher
Boston Pizza Restaurant and Sports Bar
11.2025 - 06.2026
Operations Coordinator
Blue Peak Exterior Cleaning
06.2025 - 04.2026
Co-Founder
Sports4Youth
10.2024 - 06.2026
BBA -
Vancouver Island University