Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Mountain Biking
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James Cowling

James Cowling

BSc Environmental Science Student
Stellenbosch,Western Cape

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational, interpersonal and adaptable skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help a team achieve company goals.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Head Field Hockey Coach

Trident College
04.2024 - 06.2024
  • Monitored athletes during events and practice
  • Ran all coaching sessions from under 14 to under 19 teams
  • Help teach other staff members how to coach and understand hockey
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
  • Fostered inclusive environment where athletes felt supported regardless of their background or identity; promoted values such as respect towards one another and sportsmanship both on and off field.
  • Expanded player skillsets with diverse drills that focused on technical aspects of field hockey as well as tactical knowledge.
  • Served as mentor and role model for student-athletes by exemplifying strong leadership skills, ethical conduct, and dedication to their personal growth.

Waiter

The Wine Glass
09.2023 - 11.2023
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Managed high volume of customers during peak hours, maintaining prompt and efficient service.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Ensured food safety compliance by adhering to proper handling procedures when serving dishes.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper accounting and minimizing discrepancies at the end of shifts.
  • Made wine recommendations to guests liking from our extensive wine list.

Sales Assistant

Outdoor Escape
07.2022 - 02.2023
  • Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and returns professionally, ensuring a positive experience for all clients.
  • Increased sales by building strong customer relationships and providing excellent service.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Assisted customers in making informed decisions by offering detailed product knowledge and comparisons.
  • Managed inventory to ensure optimal stock levels, minimizing overstock and out-of-stock situations.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with personalized product recommendations based on their needs and preferences.
  • Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
  • Kept up-to-date records of daily sales activities, monitoring progress towards individual goals.
  • Maintained and edited store website using Wix
  • Assisted in the servicing of mountain bikes in the workshop.
  • Helped with the wholesale side of the company (Outdoor Elements)

Waiter

Fat Butcher
11.2021 - 06.2022
  • Made use of menu knowledge to create tailored and personal dining experiences for guests.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Managed high volume of customers during peak hours, maintaining prompt and efficient service.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Ensured food safety compliance by adhering to proper handling procedures when serving dishes.


Gap Year Teacher

Maidwell Hall
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Substitute teaching lessons
  • Coaching sports (hockey, cricket, rugby, swimming)
  • Maintained the school grounds (mowing lawns and sports fields, building maintenance, chopping fire wood, cleaning outdoor facilities, any other handy work needed around the school campus)
  • Boarding house duties and other supervision (making sure children get to bed on time, supervise school trips, break time monitor, study session monitor)
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science (with Honors)

Open University
Milton Keynes, England
02.2023 - Current

No Degree - Advanced Woodworking Workshop

Mercury School of Woodwork
Paarden Eiland, Cape Town, South Africa
02.2024 - 02.2024

High School Diploma -

Uplands College
White River, South Africa
01.2014 - 12.2018

Skills

Additional Information

. I have a valid South African drivers license

. I am currently based in Stellenbosch, South Africa but I am able to move with ease. I am studying but as the course is online I am able to create my own time table and make space for a full time job.


Mountain Biking

Mountain biking has been a lifelong passion, bringing me endless joy and allowing me to explore some of the most beautiful spots around South Africa.

Timeline

Head Field Hockey Coach

Trident College
04.2024 - 06.2024

No Degree - Advanced Woodworking Workshop

Mercury School of Woodwork
02.2024 - 02.2024

Waiter

The Wine Glass
09.2023 - 11.2023

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science (with Honors)

Open University
02.2023 - Current

Sales Assistant

Outdoor Escape
07.2022 - 02.2023

Waiter

Fat Butcher
11.2021 - 06.2022

Gap Year Teacher

Maidwell Hall
01.2019 - 12.2019

High School Diploma -

Uplands College
01.2014 - 12.2018

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