Olenka Nelson

A proactive, bilingual first-year university student with a strong work ethic and a diverse skill set gained through running my own small business. Seeking a position to build hands-on experience in a hospitality or creative environment. Reliable, eager to learn, and planning to develop a management career alongside my university studies in 2026.

Temporary Ambassador at Riverlands - Observatory (2026-08 – 17)

• Assisted with guiding new tenants to allocated spaces.

Self Employed/Owner at Runeloom (2024-08 – Present)

Owner and creator of Runeloom, a crochet business.

• Designed and created handmade crochet items to customer specifications.
• Managed all marketing and sales through social media and word of mouth.
• Handled customer inquiries, orders and financial transactions.

Personal Assistant at Soul Garden (2022 – 2025)

Volunteered and assisted at various markets alongside the owner (family owned.)

• Organised and set up the stall.
• Handled cash and card payments.

Waitress and Barista at Col'Cacchio (2024-07 – 2024-07)

Worked alongside a team of other students to deliver food packets to matriculants during government-organized extra classes.

• Handled and organised food.
• Gained practical insight into high-volume restaurant operations, including front-of-house and back-of-house workflows.
• Assisted in hosting guests, serving customers and supporting bar and kitchen staff.
• Observed the importance of teamwork and communication for ensuring smooth service.

Food Service Assistant at DEMI program (2023-11 – 2024-10)

Bachelor of Writing in Writing – AFDA University (2026-02)

NSC Certificate – Protea Heights Academy (2021-01 – 2025-11)