Esther Balogun
I am a recent graduate that constantly
pursues excellent in all areas of life. In all
tasks, I strive to provide exceptional service
and a warm experience. I am passionate
about hospitality and wish to share the joy
of a wonderful meal through writing. I am
currently pursuing a professional editing
certificate through Simon Fraser University.
A B O U T M E
5 8 7 . 9 8 8 . 7 4 3 3 l e . e . b a l o g u n @ g m a i l . c o m
E S T H E R B A L O G U N
N A I T 2 0 1 5
Learned to process, package, and sell
various cuts.
Gained valuable back-of-house
experience to better understand the
food industry.
P R O F E S S I O N A L M E A T C U T T I N G &
M E R C H A N D I S I N G W I T H
H O N O U R S
N A I T 2 0 1 8
Developed forecasting, accounting,
and revenue management knowledge
with a hospitality focus.
Continually gained proficiency in
Microsoft Office.
Added to customer service repertoire
through presentations, reservations,
and fine dining service.
H O S P I T A L I T Y M A N A G E M E N T
D I P L O M A W I T H H O N O U R S
E D U C A T I O N
French
Reservations Knowledge
Multi-tasker
Microsoft Office
S K I L L S
Louise McKinney Scholarship l Fall 2017
NAIT Hospitality Scholarship l Spring 2017
A W A R D S
P R O F E S S I O N A L E D I T I N G C E R T I F I C A T E
S I M O N F R A S E R U N I V E R S I T Y 2 0 2 1
Learn style and structure in Chicago and
MLA.
Gain understanding of Proofing, Copy
Editing and working with writers.
Deepen knowledge of style and structure to
better organize and improve flow of
content.
C E R T I F I C A T I O N S
Alberta Food Handler's
WSET Level 1
WHIMIS
DELF French Language Certification
Proserve Liquor Training
5 8 7 . 9 8 8 . 7 4 3 3 l e . e . b a l o g u n @ g m a i l . c o m
E S T H E R B A L O G U N
N A I T C l u b 5 S t a r 2 0 1 7 - 2 0 1 8
Conceived, planned and managed
hospitality program events.
Coordinated with event centres and
Campus Clubs to setup events.
Operated club meetings, delegated
tasks to other club officials.
V I C E - P R E S I D E N T O F E V E N T S
S o u t h s i d e P e n t e c o s t a l A s s e m b l y l 2 0 1 8
Developed and currently operating a
Sunday afternoon devotional for
youth.
Operates Wednesday night
programming.
Follows-up youth and their families
throughout the week.
Y O U T H L E A D E R
E X T R A C U R R I C U L A R
R E F E R E N C E S U P O N R E Q U E S T
C a f e O ' P l a y ( S e p t - N o v 2 0 1 4 )
Reviewed job candidates,
interviewed, and trained employees.
Arranged and managed reservations
through telephone and email.
Received and reviewed inventory.
S U P E R V I S O R
R g e R d 2 0 1 7 - 2 0 1 8
Supported servers and hosts by
performing side duties.
Took reservations, greeted and sat
guests as needed.
Aided servers through room
maintenance.
S E R V E R A S S I S T A N T
W O R K E X P E R I E N C E
B A N Q U E T S E R V E R
M E R C E R ' S F I N E C A T E R I N G 2 0 1 6 - 2 0 1 7
Served in a variety of styles: Russian,
plated, buffet, and stationed.
Maintained room cleanliness through
regular rounds.
Developed excellent teamwork through
coordinating service.
I am a recent graduate that constantly
pursues excellent in all areas of life. In all
tasks, I strive to provide exceptional service
and a warm experience. I am passionate
about hospitality and wish to share the joy
of a wonderful meal through writing. I am
currently pursuing a professional editing
certificate through Simon Fraser University.
A B O U T M E
5 8 7 . 9 8 8 . 7 4 3 3 l e . e . b a l o g u n @ g m a i l . c o m
E S T H E R B A L O G U N
N A I T 2 0 1 5
Learned to process, package, and sell
various cuts.
Gained valuable back-of-house
experience to better understand the
food industry.
P R O F E S S I O N A L M E A T C U T T I N G &
M E R C H A N D I S I N G W I T H
H O N O U R S
N A I T 2 0 1 8
Developed forecasting, accounting,
and revenue management knowledge
with a hospitality focus.
Continually gained proficiency in
Microsoft Office.
Added to customer service repertoire
through presentations, reservations,
and fine dining service.
H O S P I T A L I T Y M A N A G E M E N T
D I P L O M A W I T H H O N O U R S
E D U C A T I O N
French
Reservations Knowledge
Multi-tasker
Microsoft Office
S K I L L S
Louise McKinney Scholarship l Fall 2017
NAIT Hospitality Scholarship l Spring 2017
A W A R D S
P R O F E S S I O N A L E D I T I N G C E R T I F I C A T E
S I M O N F R A S E R U N I V E R S I T Y 2 0 2 1
Learn style and structure in Chicago and
MLA.
Gain understanding of Proofing, Copy
Editing and working with writers.
Deepen knowledge of style and structure to
better organize and improve flow of
content.
C E R T I F I C A T I O N S
Alberta Food Handler's
WSET Level 1
WHIMIS
DELF French Language Certification
Proserve Liquor Training
5 8 7 . 9 8 8 . 7 4 3 3 l e . e . b a l o g u n @ g m a i l . c o m
E S T H E R B A L O G U N
N A I T C l u b 5 S t a r 2 0 1 7 - 2 0 1 8
Conceived, planned and managed
hospitality program events.
Coordinated with event centres and
Campus Clubs to setup events.
Operated club meetings, delegated
tasks to other club officials.
V I C E - P R E S I D E N T O F E V E N T S
S o u t h s i d e P e n t e c o s t a l A s s e m b l y l 2 0 1 8
Developed and currently operating a
Sunday afternoon devotional for
youth.
Operates Wednesday night
programming.
Follows-up youth and their families
throughout the week.
Y O U T H L E A D E R
E X T R A C U R R I C U L A R
R E F E R E N C E S U P O N R E Q U E S T
C a f e O ' P l a y ( S e p t - N o v 2 0 1 4 )
Reviewed job candidates,
interviewed, and trained employees.
Arranged and managed reservations
through telephone and email.
Received and reviewed inventory.
S U P E R V I S O R
R g e R d 2 0 1 7 - 2 0 1 8
Supported servers and hosts by
performing side duties.
Took reservations, greeted and sat
guests as needed.
Aided servers through room
maintenance.
S E R V E R A S S I S T A N T
W O R K E X P E R I E N C E
B A N Q U E T S E R V E R
M E R C E R ' S F I N E C A T E R I N G 2 0 1 6 - 2 0 1 7
Served in a variety of styles: Russian,
plated, buffet, and stationed.
Maintained room cleanliness through
regular rounds.
Developed excellent teamwork through
coordinating service.