Simone Van der Westhuizen
Durbanville
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Assistant, Office of Student Affairs
Deree, The American College of Greece
09.2023 - Current
- Help students with student life activities.
- Ensure events such as Blood Drives run smoothly.
- Greet new students and answer any questions they might have regarding Deree.
Waitress
Aeras Café
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Greet and serve guest to ensure they have a pleasant time.
- Translate different foods on the menu and explain what the different traditional Greek dishes are.
- Place orders for any materials are needed in the store.
Waitress
The Greek Cook Out
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Ensure the buffet was fully stocked.
- Perform traditional dances with the guests.
- Review guests bookings for the restaurant and organize fast and efficient transportation.
Head Waitress
Playa Paraiso
04.2021 - 08.2023
- Communicate with beach staff to ensure deliveries are taken at a timely matter.
- Organize different functions such as weddings, parties, etc. run smoothly.
- Deliver the highest quality food at a timely matter to satisfy guests.
Stewardess
Into The Blue
04.2019 - 09.2020
- Plan guests’ trips on the boat and organize transportation to the boat.
- Ensure all boat safety measures are met to protect the guests and make them feel comfortable.
- Provide childcare services for families while on board the boat.
Waitress
Cascade Manor
- Ensure the buffet was fully stocked.
- Prepare spa lunches for couples and ensure their satisfaction.
- Provide help in catering for weddings, parties, and corporate events.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications and Journalism
Deree – The American College of Greece
High School Diploma - undefined
Keystone National High School
01.2018
Skills
- Hospitality service expertise
- Strong multitasking
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Greeting guests
Hobbies and Interests
I love exploring and pushing myself, therefor, I spend most of my free time training for the 2025 Athens Marathon. I also love taking time to journal, paint and bake to relax.
ACTIVITIES
09/2022 – 01/2025 Orientation Leaders, Coordinator Make sure everything was set up prior to the arrival of new students on campus. Ensured presentations were up to date. Informed new students about all upcoming activities on campus. Ensured other orientation leaders were on time and prepared for each orientation. 09/2022 – 05/2024 Sustainability Leaders, Member Come up with new ideas on how to make the campus more sustainable. Attend the farmers market and collect food that would have gone to waste. Implement more sustainable practices on campus and reducing the use of plastic.
Publications
- 07/2022 Journalism Forum, iMed
- 07/2023 Journalism Forum, iMed
- 09/2023 Nostos Conference, Stavros Niarchos
- 07/2024 Journalism Forum, iMed
FIELDS OF INTEREST
Political Journalism
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Greek
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Serbian
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Student Assistant, Office of Student Affairs
Deree, The American College of Greece
09.2023 - Current
Waitress
Aeras Café
04.2023 - 09.2023
Waitress
The Greek Cook Out
04.2023 - 09.2023
Head Waitress
Playa Paraiso
04.2021 - 08.2023
Stewardess
Into The Blue
04.2019 - 09.2020
Waitress
Cascade Manor
High School Diploma - undefined
Keystone National High School
Bachelor of Arts - Communications and Journalism
Deree – The American College of Greece
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