Mika Van Der Merwe
7432 36/37 Nottawasaga Sideroad, Collingwood,ON
Summary
Responsible and motivated University Student who is hardworking and enthusiastic. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality and reliability.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Content Creator
Self-employed
04.2023 - Current
- Curated content for social media platforms (primarily TikTok).
- Collaborated with brands and companies to promote products and software.
- Researched trending topics related to target audience.
- Developed content strategy to increase social media followers and engagement.
Banquet Server
Marriott
Hamilton, ON
11.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted in the setup and breakdown of banquet tables, chairs, linens, and other equipment.
- Provided prompt, friendly service to all guests during banquets or catered events.
- Carried trays of food items from kitchen to dining areas.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area throughout shift including tables, chairs and floors.
Executive Member: Events
Her Campus (McMaster Club)
Hamilton, Ontario
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Developed and implemented event plans to ensure successful execution of events.
- Created detailed timelines for all events, including pre-event tasks, day-of activities, and post-event follow up.
- Researched venues and identified potential locations for events.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create promotional materials for upcoming events.
Youth Mentor Volunteer
Big Brother Big Sister
Hamilton, Ontario
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Provided support, guidance and resources to assist mentees in achieving their goals.
- Facilitated activities and discussions to promote self-reflection and personal growth.
- Organized team building activities that foster a sense of community among participants.
Barista
Starbucks
The Blue Mountains, ON
03.2018 - 08.2022
- Greeted and communicated with customers to take beverage orders and offer recommendations based on taste preferences.
- Maintained clean and organized workspace, enabling coworkers to locate resources and product.
- Created hand-crafted beverages based upon customer preferences.
- Addressed and resolved customer concerns to maintain brand loyalty.
- Maintained calm demeanor during high-volume periods and special events.
Beverage Cart Attendant
Monterra Golf
The Blue Mountains, ON
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Stocked beverage cart fully to engage in rounds on golf course.
- Tabulated sales to reconcile with cash, checks and credit card transactions to close out cart daily.
- Implemented safe working policies and food handling while maintaining impeccable service.
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
- Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
Hospital Volunteer
Collingwood General and Marine Hospital
Collingwood, ON
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Completed over 100 hours of volunteer work within the X-ray and Digital imaging department.
- Transport patients throughout the hospital which required a lot of patience, respect, and care.
French Tutor
Self
Collingwood, ON
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Collaborated with parents to understand program goals and support student success.
- Tailored sessions to individual student needs and learning style.
- Assisted students in finding useful study methods to enhance academic performance.
- Focusing on pronunciation, understanding, reading, and writing of the french language
Retail Salesperson
Sporting Life
Collingwood, ON
12.2016 - 03.2017
- Knowledge of soft and hard good brands.
- Engaged customers in friendly, respectful, enthusiastic, and professional dialogue to determine needs.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Assessed customer needs to provide assistance and information on product features.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Honors Life Sciences
McMaster University
Hamilton, ON04.2024
High School Diploma -
Collingwood Collegiate Institute
Collingwood, ON06.2020
Skills
- Deadline Driven
- Energetic and Enthusiastic
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Team Collaboration
- Punctual and Reliable
- Organization
- Customer Service
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Afrikaans
Native/ Bilingual
French
Limited
Certification
- Smart Serve
- Concurrent certificate in Science Communication
Timeline
Banquet Server
Marriott
11.2023 - 07.2024
Executive Member: Events
Her Campus (McMaster Club)
09.2023 - 04.2024
Content Creator
Self-employed
04.2023 - Current
Youth Mentor Volunteer
Big Brother Big Sister
10.2022 - 11.2023
Beverage Cart Attendant
Monterra Golf
06.2021 - 08.2021
Hospital Volunteer
Collingwood General and Marine Hospital
09.2019 - 03.2020
Barista
Starbucks
03.2018 - 08.2022
French Tutor
Self
09.2017 - 08.2018
Retail Salesperson
Sporting Life
12.2016 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Science - Honors Life Sciences
McMaster University
High School Diploma -
Collingwood Collegiate Institute
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