Marko Brlek
Marko Brlek

Football & Sports Content Writer / Research Assistant / Croatian - English Translation

Open to offers · Member since 28 Oct 2026
Location
Ivanec, Croatia
Desired salary
Unspecified
Work preference
On-site / Full Time
Experience level
Mid

About

Professional summary

I have work experience in hospitality as a waiter, bartender and café manager, as well as in the food and woodworking industries and installing conveyor belts in industrial facilities. I currently work in construction, specializing in waterproofing. I am adaptable, responsible and reliable, with experience working in a team and carrying out practical tasks. Although I may not be familiar with every type of work, I am highly motivated and willing to learn. In every job I have held, I have progressed to positions with greater responsibility.

Skills

16 capabilities

Experience

Career history

Construction Worker - Waterproofing Specialist TOM-ING GRUPA d.o.o.

Perform precise installation of waterproofing systems on flat roofs, terraces, foundations, and other construction surfaces. Apply bituminous membranes, prepare surfaces, and seal joints to prevent water ingress.

Renovate ageing waterproofing systems using modern materials and follow safety practices while working at heights. Projects include Klenovnik Hospital, Hotel Marjan in Split, Ičići, and Zagreb sites including Paromlin, Trg pravde, and Matrix.

Conveyor System Installer HD MONT d.o.o.

Installed and precisely adjusted industrial conveyor belts, transport systems, drive assemblies, safety sensors, and material-flow monitoring equipment.

Fabricated supporting metal structures, maintained conveyor components, replaced worn parts, and assisted with troubleshooting motors and control units. Completed work assignments in Austria, Germany, and France.

Woodworking Machine Operator Drvodjelac d.o.o.

Operated woodworking machinery with precision and productivity. Performed routine machine maintenance and adjustments to support reliable shift operations.

Inspected finished wooden components against required standards, optimized cutting processes to reduce waste, and handled materials safely in accordance with occupational health and safety procedures.

Waiter/Bartender Courage bar

Delivered high-volume food and beverage service, prepared cocktails, and maintained hygiene and service standards. Built strong guest relationships and handled complex orders during busy periods.

Supported smooth floor operations through effective coordination with colleagues.

Waiter/Bartender/Café Manager Caffe bar Belgravia Caffe

Managed a team of servers and daily café operations to maintain a high standard of customer service. Monitored sales, fiscal reports, beverage stock, and supply orders.

Prepared cocktails, resolved customer complaints professionally, maintained cleanliness, and trained new staff in drink preparation and service procedures.

Waiter/Bartender Caffe bar Opera

Prepared and served drinks, operated the till, processed transactions, and maintained a clean, hygienic workspace. Replenished stock and communicated effectively with international visitors.

Waiter/Bartender Courage bar

Provided customer service, prepared a range of drinks, operated the till, and recorded daily sales accurately. Maintained hygiene standards and responded professionally to customer enquiries.

Waiter/Bartender Lounge bar Witness

Served food and drinks, handled payments accurately, prepared cocktails, and maintained clean service areas. Advised guests on drink selections to support bar sales.

Waiter/Bartender IQ bar

Provided food and beverage service, prepared cocktails, monitored stock, and maintained workspace cleanliness. Promoted menu items, made customer recommendations, and processed payments efficiently.

Plumbing and Gas Installation Assistant /

Assisted an experienced technician with gas system installation, connection of gas appliances, and maintenance of domestic heating systems.

Prepared tools and materials for construction sites and maintained clean, orderly work areas.

Food Production Worker - Cekin/Koka Koka d.d.

Packed chicken products in line with production standards and HACCP hygiene requirements. Checked meat freshness and quality, stacked products on pallets, and operated meat-processing machinery safely.

Waiter Caffe bar Radić

Provided customer service, prepared and served drinks, operated the till, and processed payments accurately. Maintained a clean and organized work area.

Waiter/Bartender Radmanove mlinice & Kaštil Slanica

Worked as a bartender at weekend events and weddings and in a restaurant during the week. Prepared drinks, served guests, maintained hygiene, and coordinated with colleagues for prompt service.

Waiter/Bartender Tropic Club

Provided customer service, prepared drinks and cocktails, and maintained a clean workspace in accordance with restaurant and bar standards.

Waiter Caffe bar Get

Served guests professionally, prepared the bar for shift operations, maintained a clean service area, and responded efficiently to guest enquiries.

Education

Learning history

ASPIRA University of Applied Sciences, Split

Studies not completed, Sports Management

Completed coursework through the third year of the Sports Management program. Studies were discontinued before a degree was awarded.

Ivanec Secondary School, Ivanec

State Matura Certificate / Certificate of Completion of the Final Year of Gymnasium, General Secondary Education

Completed a four-year general secondary education program.

Tin Ujević Branch School, Salinovec

Certificate of Completion of Primary Education

Completed an eight-year primary education program.

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