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Jonathan Cestnick

Toronto / Saskatoon,ON

Summary

Resourceful Production Manager offering history of success coordinating and monitoring operations across various departments. Effective leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Highly committed with hardworking mentality to maintain quality of services and products within the live performance industry. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Interim Production/Site Manager

Shakespeare On The Saskatchewan
05.2023 - 09.2023
  • Oversaw all daily site operations and production maintenance.
  • Created weekly and monthly reports and presentations for management team.
  • Complied with safe operating practices and assessed operational procedures against best practices.
  • Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.

Service Manager

Joey Restaurants
05.2022 - 04.2023
  • Controlled labor hours and inventory costs through hands-on management and proactive changes.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation, and quality.

Academic Link

TMU Housing and Residence Life
08.2021 - 04.2023
  • Helped students prepare for tests and exams by providing guidance, motivation, and encouragement.
  • Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Responded to email requests to provide students with specific information regarding academic needs for students entering higher educational institutions

Manager/Server/Bartender

Earls Yaletown
10.2017 - 03.2020
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.

Teacher/Choreographer/Assitant

Generation Dance Studio
01.2013 - 01.2020
  • Planned routines for recitals and performances, and competitions
  • Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
  • Promoted creative expression to encourage students to explore dance as art and self expression through movement.
  • Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) - Performance Production

Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto, ON
04.2024

Certificate - Dance

Source Dance Company
Vancouver
06.2019

Skills

  • Google Drive
  • Leadership initiative with team building
  • Collaboration at the forefront
  • Team Crisis Control
  • Heavy Labor
  • Strategic Planning
  • Knowledgeable in Construction Safety
  • Facility Oversight
  • Strong Communication Skills, Written and Verbal

Timeline

Interim Production/Site Manager

Shakespeare On The Saskatchewan
05.2023 - 09.2023

Service Manager

Joey Restaurants
05.2022 - 04.2023

Academic Link

TMU Housing and Residence Life
08.2021 - 04.2023

Manager/Server/Bartender

Earls Yaletown
10.2017 - 03.2020

Teacher/Choreographer/Assitant

Generation Dance Studio
01.2013 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) - Performance Production

Toronto Metropolitan University

Certificate - Dance

Source Dance Company

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