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William Howe

Betty’s Bay

Summary

I am currently studying a bachelor of science at UCT, however I spent the last two years working in both the outdoor and hospitality industry. I have experience working as a snowboard instructor and quad bike tour guide in scotland where I learnt how to deal with a variety of customers in a more stressful environment. I also have bartending experience from my time in Scotland and during my time volunteering at a hostel in Poland. I was taught to pour a number of drinks/shots and the old Scottish locals made sure I could pour a solid pint. I have also worked in coffee shops as a barista and at hostels as a receptionist and pub crawl leader. From moving around and starting all these new jobs I believe I am a quick learner and quite adaptable. Spending this time working in the hospitality industry has also taught me how to deal with customers in a friendly and respectable manner even when the environment could get stressful or difficult. I also have no issues working in a team and I'm always open to new advice and guidance.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Snowboard Instructor

Skinorwest
12.2023 - 02.2024
  • Demonstrated snowboarding techniques based on established course framework and student ability levels.
  • Utilized variety of snowboarding and ski techniques to impart knowledge and customized instruction to individual skill levels.
  • Taught beginners as well as intermediate riders.
  • Gave freestyle and terrain park lessons to higher end riders.
  • Detailed safety rules and procedures regarding activities to customers and guests.
  • Taught private and group lessons.
  • Stayed on top of current weather conditions to maintain student safety.

Bartender

The Skiing Doo
12.2023 - 02.2024
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Interacted positively with customers so as to create an enjoyable bar environment.
  • Poured a variety of drinks.
  • Worked reliably and efficiently in intense and stressful circumstances.

Quad Bike Trek Leader and Archery Instructor

Cairngorm Quad Bikes
07.2023 - 09.2023
  • Took people on guided tours through the Scottish highlands on quad bikes
  • Taught clients how to drive the quad bikes safely and with control
  • Managed large groups of clients including children as young as 6, while keeping everybody safe and together
  • Provided a fun and safe learning environments for clients while also photographing the group and teaching them about the area.
  • Gave group and private archery lessons while making sure everyone adhered to the necessary health and safety rules

Bartender

The Skiing Doo
07.2023 - 09.2023
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Interacted positively with customers so as to create an enjoyable bar environment.
  • Poured a variety of drinks.
  • Worked reliably and efficiently in intense and stressful circumstances.

Bartender

Skiing Doo
02.2023 - 04.2023
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Interacted positively with customers so as to create an enjoyable bar environment.
  • Poured a variety of drinks.
  • Worked reliably and efficiently in intense and stressful circumstances.


Snowboard Instructor

Ski Norwest
12.2022 - 04.2023
  • Demonstrated snowboarding techniques based on established course framework and student ability levels.
  • Utilized variety of snowboarding and ski techniques to impart knowledge and customized instruction to individual skill levels.
  • Taught beginners as well as intermediate riders.
  • Gave freestyle and terrain park lessons to higher end riders.
  • Detailed safety rules and procedures regarding activities to customers and guests.
  • Taught private and group lessons.
  • Stayed on top of current weather conditions to maintain student safety.

Barista

Wave Runner Safari
07.2022 - 09.2022
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks with consistently positive customer satisfaction.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils and seating areas daily.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots and other equipment.

Assistant Jet Ski Instructor

Wave Runner Safari
07.2022 - 09.2022

I took customers on lessons before they went on the main jet ski tour. I briefed them on the basic controls as well as general safety in the water. I also safely transported customers from the beach, through the breaking waves into calm open waters and back. I had to work independently and responsibly to maintain the customer safety and satisfaction.

Cashier

John The Potter's Flying Circus
10.2021 - 12.2021
  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Helped customers complete purchases and locate items.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Majoring in Geology And Ocean And Weather Science

University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa
12.2026

High School Diploma -

Curro Hermanus
Hermanus, Western Cape
12.2021

Skills

  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Self motivated
  • First aid/CPR
  • Group management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Excellent communication
  • Fast learning

Certification

  • Certified level 2 CASI snowboard instructor
  • Certified level 1 CASI park snowboard instructor
  • Standard first aid blended
  • Competent crew certification (sailing)


Additional Information

Katie (owner of the Skiing Doo) : contact email- Skiingdoo@gmail.com


Pete (owner of wave runners safari) : contact number - +44 7779 985967


Debbie (owner of Ski Norwest and Cairngorm quad treks) : contact number - +44 7484 236467

Hobbies

  • Surfing
  • Skateboarding
  • Snowboarding
  • Hiking
  • Music


Additional Information

Volunteering:

6 small rooms youth hostel (Naples, Italy): September 2022- December and 2022 April 2023 - June 2023

  • Worked as receptionist and cleaner
  • Went out with guests on day trips and nights out
  • Had small events at the hostel so as to create a better atmosphere
  • Took payments and managed bookings on the hostel system


Lets Rock Party Hostel ( Krakow, Poland):

  • Worked as receptionist and cleaner
  • Worked as pub crawl leader and bartender
  • Took guests on guided nights out and organized drinking games in the hostel
  • Made sure the guests stayed safe while on the pub crawl by stopping fights, helping injured drunk people and stopping altercations with the local bouncers



Languages

  • Fluent in English
  • Decent Afrikaans


Timeline

Snowboard Instructor

Skinorwest
12.2023 - 02.2024

Bartender

The Skiing Doo
12.2023 - 02.2024

Quad Bike Trek Leader and Archery Instructor

Cairngorm Quad Bikes
07.2023 - 09.2023

Bartender

The Skiing Doo
07.2023 - 09.2023

Bartender

Skiing Doo
02.2023 - 04.2023

Snowboard Instructor

Ski Norwest
12.2022 - 04.2023

Barista

Wave Runner Safari
07.2022 - 09.2022

Assistant Jet Ski Instructor

Wave Runner Safari
07.2022 - 09.2022

Cashier

John The Potter's Flying Circus
10.2021 - 12.2021

Bachelor of Science - Majoring in Geology And Ocean And Weather Science

University of Cape Town

High School Diploma -

Curro Hermanus
William Howe