Jacques Pym

I am a patient and empathetic person with a curious outlook on life and a tendency to help others succeed. Chess is one of my notable strengths, which I believe developed my logical thinking, strategic mindset, and a knack for connecting the dots. My keen interest in world affairs and current trends has motivated me to pursue a career in strategic management. Coupled with my flexibility and propensity to learn fast , and I am confident I can make a difference.

Assistant Videographer

Just Shoot Me

01/2020 - Present,

A TV production company specializing in corporate media.

Directed and managed clients for efficient execution.

Quoting, invoicing and cost breakdowns for clients.

Budgeted to achieve targeted margins.

Operated camera.

Restaurant Manager and Waiter

Art of Food

12/2018 - 12/2019, Dullstroom

TripAdvisor's no. 1 restaurant in Mpumalanga until it closed due to Covid-

• The gourmet restaurant also received a Rosetta award from RASA.

Front-of-house manager: interacted with guests to ensure diners' experience matched that what Art of Food was renowned for.

Stock control and purchases: paid strong attention to the diverse and regular menu changes and obtained all produce for the chefs on a daily basis.

Daily cash-ups: well versed on the POS to balance cash-ups,

analyze waitron performance, and regulate stock.

Quality control: my mission to uphold the restaurant's reputation had me checking every plate of food coming off the pass and rectifying mistakes when necessary.

Customer relations: my integrity and natural ability to handle diners in a crisis situation resulted in them being loyal,

repeat customers.

BCom Strategic Management

IIE Varsity College

01/2020 - 12/2022,

Supply chain management Business management

Project management Risk management

Accounting Economics

Statistics Information knowledge management