Naftali Leibner
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Versatile and adaptable professional with hands-on experience in hospitality, food service, and operations management. Skilled in kitchen work, catering, hostel management, and customer service, with a proven ability to adapt to fast-paced environments and take on leadership roles. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a passion for delivering quality service. Fluent in English and Hebrew with a growing background in creative media and animation.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Gold Schnitzel
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes in a fast-paced environment
- Managed front and back-of-house tasks, including serving customers and operating the cash register
- Filled in as acting manager when needed, overseeing kitchen operations and staff coordination
Shift Manager
Grocery Neighborhood
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Supervised shifts, assisted with inventory, stocked shelves, and maintained store cleanliness
- Provided customer service and operated the cash register
Hostel Manager
The Hamtramck Hostel
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Oversaw daily hostel operations, ensuring a welcoming and organized environment
- Managed guest check-ins, reservations, and customer service
- Handled maintenance tasks and coordinated cleaning schedules
- Resolved guest concerns and maintained a positive atmosphere
Events Caterer
Holly Bagel
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Company Overview: Event Catering
- Prepared and served food at large-scale catering events
- Managed setup, service, and breakdown at event venues while ensuring food quality and presentation
- Adapted quickly to client needs and last-minute changes
Baker
Holly Bagel
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Maintained production schedules in a high-volume bakery environment
- Managed ingredients and kitchen cleanliness to health and safety standards
Education
College Certificate - Film
IAC - Israel Animation College
Tel Aviv, Israel 07.2026
Skills
- Customer Service
- Food Preparation & Cooking
- Shift Supervision
- Hostel Operations
- Catering & Event Service
- Inventory Management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hebrew
Native or Bilingual
German
Elementary
Willing To Relocate
- Calgary, AB
- Vancouver, BC
- Whistler, BC
Military service
Soldier | Israel Defense Forces (IDF) – Combat Engineer
November 2018 – July 2021
- Completed an 8-month combat training program with distinction; recognized as an outstanding trainee.
- Served as a frontline combat engineer in operational missions.
- Transitioned to a platoon operations center, assisting with coordination and communication during missions.
- Promoted to the battalion operations center, where I managed mission coordination, logistics, and communication until the end of service.
- Developed strong leadership, adaptability, and problem-solving skills in high-pressure environments.
Timeline
Cook
Gold Schnitzel
12.2023 - 03.2024
Shift Manager
Grocery Neighborhood
04.2023 - 08.2023
Hostel Manager
The Hamtramck Hostel
02.2023 - 04.2023
Events Caterer
Holly Bagel
05.2022 - 02.2023
Baker
Holly Bagel
08.2021 - 05.2022
College Certificate - Film
IAC - Israel Animation College
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