Eric Maqubela
Atlanta
Summary
Learning and achieving new skills that help with life. Embracing coming to this country and tackling the opportunities that have been given that were never had growing up in South Africa. Taking those opportunities and learning what my passions are to become better and eventually own my own company. Show and give someone the same kindness and give someone the same blessings and opportunities i was given.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Ice Carver
Ice Sculpture Inc
Woodstock
05.2025 - Current
- Crafted intricate ice sculptures with chisels and saws to enhance event aesthetics.
- Used power tools such as grinders, routers, saws, and sanders safely and efficiently.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring peak performance for high-quality carvings.
- Collaborated with craftsmen to meet tight deadlines for multiple simultaneous projects.
- Helped transport and install sculptures at various event venues to create visually appealing displays.
Banquet Server
Cherokee Town & Country Club
Atlanta
10.2024 - 12.2025
- Served food and beverages with attention to guest preferences.
- Responded promptly to guest requests during events.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of banquet service areas to enhance guest experience.
- Restocked buffet lines with fresh foods to ensure quality and availability during events.
- Assisted in the setup and breakdown of banquet tables, chairs, linens, and other equipment.
- Set up banquet tables and chairs to ensure compliance with event specifications.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
Pallet Builder
48forty Solutions
Atlanta
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Executed machine cleaning and restoration to maintain operational efficiency.
- Disassembled and shredded pallets for material recycling.
Lawn Care Technician
TurfPride
Kennesaw
03.2023 - 07.2024
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to promote healthy lawn growth while adhering to safety protocols.
- Aerated lawns commercial and residential to improve soil aeration and support grass health.
- Operated lawn care equipment to ensure effective service delivery during visits.
Assistant Catering Manager
Get Fruity Cafe
Atlanta
10.2022 - 03.2023
- sold meals to customers, fostering new connections
- Delivered meals to clients
- enhanced brand visibility through targeted marketing strategies
- supported team members by coordinating various tasks
Nursery Supervisor
River's Nursery
Forest Park
03.2013 - 09.2018
- Supervised daily nursery activities and managed staff to ensure smooth operations.
- Operated agricultural machinery to facilitate farming tasks and enhance productivity.
- Designed and implemented landscapes for residential and commercial properties to meet client specifications.
Skills
- Ice carving techniques
- Sculptural carving
- Power carving tools
- Finishing techniques
- Design interpretation
- Material selection
- Surface preparation
- Tool operation
- Tool maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Safety gear
- Quality assurance
- Event setup
- Event coordination
- Event design experience
- Customer service
- Customer relationship management
- Attention to detail
- Collaboration skills
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Effective communication
- Professionalism
- Positive attitude
- Professional decorum
- High pressure environments
- High pressure environments
Languages
English
Professional
Zulu
Professional
Ndebele
Limited
Shona
Elementary
Timeline
Ice Carver
Ice Sculpture Inc
05.2025 - Current
Banquet Server
Cherokee Town & Country Club
10.2024 - 12.2025
Pallet Builder
48forty Solutions
05.2024 - 09.2024
Lawn Care Technician
TurfPride
03.2023 - 07.2024
Assistant Catering Manager
Get Fruity Cafe
10.2022 - 03.2023
Nursery Supervisor
River's Nursery
03.2013 - 09.2018