Patrick Murray

• Ensured protection of endangered species through vigilant monitoring.
• Assisted in animal tracking to contribute to scientific research.
• Compiled detailed reports based on observations made during fieldwork & research.
• Helped care for and feed animals in the sanctuary.
• Maintained, cleaned, & repaired wildlife enclosures.

• Coordinated and delivered surf lessons to a wide demographic of students including adults and children as one of the lead ISA coaches at Surf Emporium.
• Adapted teaching methods according to individual learning styles, enhancing lesson effectiveness.
• Explained safety rules reducing the risk of accidents during lessons and provided information about how to correctly handle equipment.
• Gave crucial information about shark spotting procedures as well as other hazardous marine life specific to Muizenberg and the Western Cape Region.

Wine Sales Representative

• Conducted wine tastings at events and during regular booking hours.
• Promoted and sold wines, resulting in higher sales.
• Helped during the harvest season with the prompt and efficient picking & delivery of grapes to nearby Constantia Uitsig Wine Estate for processing and bottling.
• Responded to customer enquiries, providing knowledgeable advice and recommendations.
• Visited other vineyards for first-hand understanding of winemaking procedures.
• Kept track of stock levels, ensuring timely replenishment and minimal wastage.

• Prepared and served high-quality drinks including cocktails and coffee.
• Ensured hygiene and safety standards were met collaborating with the team to ensure smooth operations and excellent service.
• Greeted guests, took orders, and delivered food and drinks from the kitchen with attention to detail in order to provide a top-tier dining experience.

• Part-time hospitality role encompassing positions such as waitering, bartending & providing help with food presentation.
• Served meals & drinks with professionalism and skill.
• Maintained quality standards as well as attending to various requests made by guests to contribute to the smooth running of events & exceptional customer care.

Have worked as a waiter & wine steward with lots of customer interface. Served at a variety of different events including, weddings, drinks receptions, parties and other more high-profile events requiring police clearance.

• Planned lessons for Latin students in Year 10 at St John's College to strengthen their understanding of Classics and build interest in Latin and Ancient Greek.
• Delivered virtual lessons via Teams and incorporated engaging web-based content to meet the needs of distance learners.

• One week internship spent reviewing and updating expenses and state of vehicles in the dealership required for servicing.

• Involved in the Cheetah and other wildlife conservation scheme concerned with the well-being of the wildlife animals in the centre,
• Shadowed the wildlife veterinary practitioners, caretakers, and the Anti-Poaching units learning and contributing wherever needed.
• Visited schools in the local community.
• Helped prepare food and administered medicinal care for various animals in the sanctuary.