Jessie Holowaychuk
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at the City of Edmonton, enhancing park environments and coordinating large-scale events. Expert in staff development and problem-solving, I excel in organizational and interpersonal skills, significantly improving operational efficiency. Achieved notable success in mentoring teams and executing complex projects with precision.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Labour 1 - North East Parks Team
City Of Edmonton
EDMONTON, AB
05.2024 - Current
- Provided a clean and welcoming environment in Edmonton's River Valley Parks by maintaining facilities and picnic sites.
- Completed picnic site booking check ins.
- Liaised with Events and Bookings teams and provided facility support to large events.
Labour 2 - Ski Trails Maintenance Team
City Of Edmonton
EDMONTON, AB
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted, as part of a team, the creation of several cross country ski trails throughout the river valley.
- Maintained grooming equipment such as Kawasaki Mules, ginzu groomers, as well as signage.
- Provided support for the North East Parks snow removal team.
Labour 1 - Victoria Parks Team
City Of Edmonton
EDMONTON, AB
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Provided a clean and welcoming environment in Edmonton's River Valley Parks by maintaining facilities and picnic sites.
- Operations of Edmonton's Downtown Funicular.
- Completed picnic booking check in as well as liaised with large events and civic bookings.
Banquets and Catering Supervisor
The Plaza Heritage Hotel
Kamloops, BC
05.2014 - 10.2015
- Coordinated daily tasks and scheduling for team comprising of up to 6 servers.
- Provided exemplary customer service during site visits with potential clients.
- Connected with kitchen department on buffet layout as well as time lines for service.
Banquets and Catering Coordinator
Panorama Mountain Village
Panorama , British Columbia
12.2009 - 05.2013
- Supported a staff of up to 10 by implementing work plans, scheduling, orienting and training new and temporary staff, as well as inventory of equipment and consumable supplies.
- Coordinated execution of events in various sections of the resort simultaneously.
- Collaborated with other resort department supervisors to assist in staffing and providing of equipment and services for events.
Banquets and Catering Supervisor
Franklins Inn The Park
Sherwood Park , Alberta
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Supported a team of up to 4 bartenders as well as up to 7 servers in execution of up to 4 events simultaneously.
- Provided exemplary customer service during event set ups and execution.
- Maintained inventory of equipment and consumable supplies.
Education
Diploma - Hospitality Business Managment
Sundance College
Edmonton, AB04-2024
Diploma - Backstage Theatre Production
Mcewan University
Edmonton AB04-2009
Skills
- Coaching and mentoring
- Staff development
- Conflict resolution
- Organizational skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Time managment
- Problem Solving
- Interpersonal skills
Certification
- Class 5 Alberta Drivers Permit - No demerits -Exp Dec 13 2025
- IVES COE Approved Skid Steer Certification - Exp Nov 23 2026
- Alberta Safety Training LTD COE Approved Snowmobile Certification - Exp Feb 06 2027
- COE Truck and Trailer Training Course
- BC Tourism World Host Training - Customer Service Skills Certificate
- St Johns Ambulance First Aid Level C CPR/AED - Exp Feb 9 2025 (currently updating)
- COE Working Mind Mental Health Awareness Course
- COE Navigating Everyday Conflict; Conflict Resolution Course
- COE Introduction to SAP E Learning Course
- COE WHIMIS Training
Timeline
Labour 1 - North East Parks Team
City Of Edmonton
05.2024 - Current
Labour 2 - Ski Trails Maintenance Team
City Of Edmonton
10.2023 - 04.2024
Labour 1 - Victoria Parks Team
City Of Edmonton
05.2022 - 10.2023
Banquets and Catering Supervisor
The Plaza Heritage Hotel
05.2014 - 10.2015
Banquets and Catering Coordinator
Panorama Mountain Village
12.2009 - 05.2013
Banquets and Catering Supervisor
Franklins Inn The Park
01.2005 - 01.2008
Diploma - Hospitality Business Managment
Sundance College
Diploma - Backstage Theatre Production
Mcewan University
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