Matthew Liebenberg
Service Industry Worker And Tertiary Student
Pretoria,Gauteng
Summary
To The Office of The High Commisionner Antonis Mandritis.
I hope this letter finds you well.
Attached below you will find my Curriculum Vitae for the application of the available position of typist in the Cypriot High Commission. This was offered as an opportunity by the High Commissioner himself and is a great opportunity for me to expand my work experience in the world.
I am a South African born, Italian/South African national that attended Cambridge Secondary Education and am currently pursuing my degree within the field of Psychology. This position would present an excellent opportunity for me to expand further into the world of my study as well learn more about the culture of Cypress as well as maybe one day enter the world of International Relations. As my family before me.
I am an honest, diligent and hard working individual that enjoys challenging myself with new experiences and knowledge, and I cannot express the joy and excitement that this opportunity could bring to my life. I find it incredibly fascinating to meet new co workers and become integrated into a system that is for the betterment of human relations as a whole. I would consider myself easy going but am definitely willing to crack down and work when it is needed/demanded from me.
I find it incredibly difficult to explain myself so succinctly in a cover letter, and thus, would be elated to hear back from The Commission at your earliest convenience if a meeting or interview could be arranged in person perhaps. If my credentials have interested you.
As well as my CV I have attached references to my current employer of the past five years as well. Danae Savvas. I have let her know that you might be in contact with her soon. I have also attached a reference to Ms. Hon. NWA Mazzone MP OSI Chief Whip of The Official Opposition of The Republic of South Africa, and have let her know that you might be in contact. If any other information is required from my side I will endeavour to deliver as soon as humanly possible. I do apologise for the tardiness of this application as it was a last minute offer, and sincerely hope that this message finds you well.
Sincerest Regards,
Matthew Alex Liebenberg.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Head Waiter
Culture Club Bar de Tapas
Pretoria, Gauteng
10.2016 - Current
- Assigned work tasks and coordinated activities of dining room personnel to provide prompt and successful service to patrons.
- Supervised set up of banquet food stations, functions and coordinated service to multiple dining areas.
- Used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote long-term loyalty.
- Responsible for the training and education of new employees into the business.
- Assigned to handle daily admin tasks where necessary as well as deliver assistance to upper management.
- Handled patrons with an acknowledgement and commitment to service.
- Often assigned to VIP patrons as well as high ranking social and political figures.
- Assigned to the daily running and management of the front of house whilst other managers were otherwise indisposed.
- Ensured that all standards of quality, health and safety would be met at all times, not only by myself but as well as the other waitrons in the establishment.
- Able to prepare specialty items when requested by patrons to the best of my ability with the resources available.
- Consistently displayed enthusiasm and a dedication to quality to ensure the well being of guests and promote healthy relationships with regular/returning patrons as well as new patrons.
Manager on Duty
BICCCS Bistro
Pretoria, Gauteng
02.2019 - 01.2020
Education
Various
Courtney College International School
Pretoria 02.2007 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Criminology Majors
University of South Africa
International (Based Within South Africa) 02.2018 - Current
Skills
Attention to detail in all aspects of my work environment
Dedicated and always willing to learn new skills to develop academically and socially
Stubborn to a fault and will always find a way to overcome any obstacle or task in the most efficient way
Fast learner and quick to adapt to new environments
Highly skilled in all aspects of administrative tasks on personal computers
Solid foundation on IT related subjects outside of Word/Excel and Powerpoint
Incredibly fluent in both English and Afrikaans
Have a basic understanding of Greek and Italian
Punctual and will always push to achieve tasks before the deadline
Affiliations
References:
Danae Savvas (Current Employer):
Email Address: info@cultureclubtapas.co.za
Contact Number: 082 851 4124
Natasha Mazzone (Chief Whip of The Democratic Alliance):
ID Number: 7905090097083
Email Address: natasham@da.org.za
Timeline
Manager on Duty
BICCCS Bistro
02.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Criminology Majors
University of South Africa
02.2018 - Current
Head Waiter
Culture Club Bar de Tapas
10.2016 - Current
Various
Courtney College International School
02.2007 - 06.2013