Health & Fitness
Declyn-James Botha
Volunteer
Johannesburg
Summary
Motivated Service Worker with exceptional social skills, communication abilities and customer service background. Dedicated to following health and safety guidelines and handling food items properly. Pursues every opportunity to support team members and proactively address issues.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Honorary Ranger
Friends Of Pilanesberg Society
03.2024 - Current
- Assisted in wildfire prevention and containment efforts, protecting park resources and visitors from potential harm.
- Conducted thorough trail maintenance to ensure accessibility for all visitors while minimizing environmental impact.
- Coordinated volunteer programs to support ongoing conservation initiatives, maximizing available resources for maximum impact.
- Performed regular facility inspections to maintain compliance with safety regulations and identify areas for improvement or repair.
Volunteer
Beanies For Beings NPO
01.2021 - Current
- Fostered social inclusion through the organization of cultural awareness events and celebrations.
- Aided elderly residents with daily tasks, enhancing their quality of life and independence.
- Improved community engagement by organizing and leading various volunteer initiatives.
- Strengthened community bonds by organizing social events that brought diverse groups together.
- Supported underprivileged families with the distribution of essential supplies, improving their living conditions.
- Increased public awareness about pressing issues through educational campaigns and outreach efforts.
- Managed food drives that collected nutritious meals for those facing food insecurity within the community.
- Provided disaster relief support during emergencies, ensuring affected individuals received necessary aid quickly.
- Mentored at-risk youth, offering guidance and support to help them make positive life choices.
- Gained knowledge and experience working with children in educational setting.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Barista Trainee
Thando Coffee Co.
02.2024 - 02.2024
- Developed strong rapport with customers, fostering repeat business and loyalty to the establishment.
- Supported store operations by effectively managing opening and closing procedures when required.
- Maintained strict adherence to food safety guidelines, ensuring a clean and sanitary workspace at all times.
- Continuously expanded product knowledge to provide informed recommendations for customers seeking guidance on beverage choices.
- Exceeded expectations in multitasking, managing simultaneous drink orders and customer interactions while maintaining a fast-paced work environment.
- Prepared specialty beverages according to specific requests from clients, showcasing adaptability and attention to detail.
- Streamlined order processing by efficiently operating the point-of-sale system and handling cash transactions accurately.
- Collaborated with coworkers to maintain a positive work atmosphere conducive to excellent customer experiences.
Trainee - Maintenance Associate
Prestige Fountains
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient installation and maintenance services for various systems.
- Exceeded client expectations by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship during all phases of the installation process.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of installed systems, proactively identifying potential issues before they impacted client operations.
- Completed installations on time and within budget, ensuring optimal system performance and minimal disruptions to client operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Randpark High School
Johannesburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
English Fluency
Table Bussing
POS Systems
Coffee expertise
Espresso machine operation
Opening and closing duties
Food Running
Team Player
Crisis Intervention
Education Support
Problem-Solving
Youth Mentoring
Food Distribution
Public Speaking
Community Relations
Interests
Fishing
Photography
Learning new skills
Timeline
Honorary Ranger
Friends Of Pilanesberg Society
03.2024 - Current
Barista Trainee
Thando Coffee Co.
02.2024 - 02.2024
Trainee - Maintenance Associate
Prestige Fountains
02.2023 - 03.2023
Volunteer
Beanies For Beings NPO
01.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Randpark High School
04.2001 -