IMAAN ABRAHAMS
Cape Town
Summary
Engaged fourth-year University of Cape Town student with four years of part-time experience at Taste Malay. Skilled in cultural engagement and effective interaction with diverse, global clientele, showcasing Cape Malay culture. Strong ability to connect with individuals from varied backgrounds, quickly adapting to new challenges and environments.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Promoter
AMPD
04.2023 - Current
- Execute dynamic promotions for diverse company events, including Rugby Events, Sanlam Marathon, and Lego Store.
Assistant Host
Taste Malay
01.2022 - Current
- Welcomed guests and facilitated engagement in Cape Malay Cooking classes, fostering a welcoming atmosphere.
- Assisted in demonstrating and presenting culinary classes, improving guest interaction.
- Provided attentive service to ensure guest satisfaction throughout events.
- Coordinated event preparation for groups of 2 to 50 guests, creating seamless experiences.
Host
Spiced Restaurant
- Welcomed guests and facilitated their active participation in Cape Malay cooking classes, enriching their cultural experience.
- Hosted engaging cooking classes, fostering culinary skills and knowledge among participants.
- Assisted in demonstration and presentation of culinary classes, promoting guest interaction and learning opportunities.
Education
Certified Level 3 First Aider -
FIRST AID ACADEMY
11-2027
BACHELOR OF SCIENCES - Psychology & English Literature
UCT
11-2024
ADHD short course - understanding ADHD, Diagnosing & Managing ADHD, Living & Working with ADHD
Professor Renata Schoeman
03-2026
Skills
- Event promotion and marketing
- Sales and persuasive communication
- Client relationship management
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Public speaking
- Hosting and guest engagement
- Facilitation skills
- Time management and multitasking
- Organisation and administrative support
- Administrative coordination
- Appointment scheduling
- Record keeping and documentation
- Database and file management
- Managing sensitive information
- Data protection
- Audience research
- Report writing
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem solving and adaptability
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Professionalism and reliability
- Active listening
- Emotional intelligence
- Observational skills
- Calm under pressure
- Risk assessment
- Incident management
- Understanding neurodiversity
- Inclusive communication
- Mental health awareness
- Compassionate interaction
- Supporting individuals with ADHD
- Person-centred approaches
- Ethical decision making
- Mental health awareness
- Person-centred approaches
Personal Information
Age: 21
Timeline
Promoter
AMPD
04.2023 - Current
Assistant Host
Taste Malay
01.2022 - Current
Host
Spiced Restaurant
Certified Level 3 First Aider -
FIRST AID ACADEMY
BACHELOR OF SCIENCES - Psychology & English Literature
UCT
ADHD short course - understanding ADHD, Diagnosing & Managing ADHD, Living & Working with ADHD
Professor Renata Schoeman