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Here is a summary of my profile: I'm Jarret Van Kessel, a seasoned project coordinator with a strong background in project management, mechanical engineering, and hospitality. Based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, I've had the opportunity to work with esteemed organizations such as Jonas Software, Entrematic, and Ascari Hospitality Group. With a Graduate Certificate in Project Management from Centennial College and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering from Queen's University, I bring a unique blend of technical and interpersonal skills to the table. Throughout my career, I've demonstrated my ability to lead teams, manage projects, and drive results in fast-paced environments.

Credentials

  • Rock Your LinkedIn Profile
    LinkedIn
    Jul, 2021
    - Apr, 2026
  • CAPM
    Project Management Institute
    Apr, 2020
    - Apr, 2026

Experience

  • Jonas Software
    • Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    • Project Coordinator - Web Design Team
      • May 2023 - Present
      • Toronto, Ontario, Canada

  • Entrematic
    • Vaughan, Ontario, Canada
    • Project Quality Management Intern
      • Jan 2022 - Jun 2022
      • Vaughan, Ontario, Canada

      ● Co-ordinated the planning and execution of a warehouse labelling project, allowing for easier identification and retrieval of products and can be expanded to include a barcode system in the future.● Created presentations to demonstrate the effectiveness of the new labelling system and templates to continue the project after the internship concludes.● Researched and prepared budgets for the labeling project using current project management methodologies and practices. ● Coordinated with management to update key project deliverables for a factory wide 5S Process Improvement Project.

  • Ascari Hospitality Group
    • Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    • Floor Supervisor
      • May 2019 - Oct 2021
      • Toronto, Ontario, Canada

      ● Led dinner services at an upscale Italian establishment with a team of 5-15 employees.● Moderated the relationship between the front-of-house staff and upper management, balancing the strategic vision of the restaurant with the functional needs of the floor team. ● Actively identified a wide range of technical and organizational challenges and worked in tandem with management to resolve them, including the development and enforcement of service standards and the transition to a more equitable tip-pooling system.● Developed the schedule for all front of house staff, balancing team dynamics with requests for time off, varied availability, and the individual strengths of each team member.

  • The Broadview Hotel Toronto
    • Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    • Lead Server
      • Oct 2017 - Jun 2019
      • Toronto, Ontario, Canada

  • Buca Osteria & Bar
    • Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    • Server
      • Nov 2016 - Nov 2017
      • Toronto, Ontario, Canada

  • Nuformex
    • Kingston, ON
    • Mechanical Engineering Student
      • Sep 2012 - Aug 2013
      • Kingston, ON

      ● Eliminated surface cracks and final part defects by 50% through the implementation of a mathematical prediction model for the outer wall temperature of machined parts in the induction heating process.● Reverse engineered 22 parts with ISO standards, developed 3D models, and created new technical drawings using SolidWorks.● Reduced by 30% machine set up time by reviewing the CNC machining area layout with respect to 6-Sigma principles, drafted a new layout in AutoCAD, and trained operators on the new layout.

  • College Pro Window Cleaning, Inc.
    • Kingston, Ontario, Canada
    • Franchisee
      • Jan 2008 - Sep 2010
      • Kingston, Ontario, Canada

      ● Owned and operated a window cleaning franchise with a gross income of $96 000 over the course of two summers.● Oversaw all aspects of the business including marketing, cold calling, estimating, scheduling, payroll, and customer service.● Presented with the College Pro President’s Award for outstanding performance (qualifications include excellent customer satisfaction, achieving a high profit margin, and hitting a specific revenue benchmark).

Education

  • 2021 - 2022
    Centennial College School of Business
    Graduate Certificate, Project Management
  • 2008 - 2014
    Queen's University
    Bachelor of Applied Science - BASc, Mechanical Engineering

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