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Abigail McRae

Edmonton,AB

Summary

Abigail McRae has exceptional attention to detail and knowledge of event planning. Committed to increasing participation and providing excellent customer service. Adept at marketing and fielding both comments and compliments from customers.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Firefighter

Wild Goose Tours Ltd
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • Responded to emergency calls to perform emergency services.
  • Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
  • Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.

Sales Associate

Western Varieties Wholesale
04.2021 - 11.2022
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Operating cash registers, managing financial transactions, and balancing drawers.

Sports Coordinator

Indigenous Sport Council Of Alberta
06.2021 - 04.2022
  • Regional Sport, Physical Activity, and Recreation Coordinator for Alberta.
  • Worked closely with Community Engagement, and the Regional Leaders and Coordinating Group of their respective Areas assigned,
  • Engaged with Indigenous communities and organizations (e.g. First Nations, Metis Communities, Friendship Centres, etc.) in the design and delivery of community-based, culturally relevant sport, recreation and physical activity programs for Indigenous people throughout Alberta.

Line Cook

Earls Kitchen + Bar
08.2020 - 04.2021
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Maintain cleanliness and complies with food sanitation requirements by properly handling food and ensuring correct storage.
  • Cleans and sanitizes cooking surfaces at the end of the shift.
  • Performs inventory checks and completes food storage logs.

Soccer Referee & Linesman

Edmonton Soccer Association
04.2014 - 08.2018
  • Officiated at sporting events, games or competitions to maintain standards of play and verify observed game rules.
  • Addressed rule infractions or complaints by participants to assess any necessary penalties.
  • Maintained discipline, fair play, courtesy, self control and congenial relations with coaches, players and spectators
  • Examined equipment for proper functionality and promoted safe playing conditions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology

University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB
05.2027

High School Diploma -

Braemar School
Edmonton, AB
06.2023

High School Diploma -

McNally High School
Edmonton, AB
06.2021

Skills

  • Negotiation Tactics
  • Culinary Experience
  • Time Management
  • Team Oriented
  • Community Relations
  • Training Oversight
  • Media Relations

Volunteer

Youth With A Mission – Humanitarian Service in Tijuana, Mexico August 2019
• Prepared and served meals at the Tijuana border and engaged
with international travelers fleeing civil war in Cameroon
• Provided emotional support to women involved in the sex trade
• Played with children at youth center with games, arts & crafts

Education & Awards

  • Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Youth Academy– Cadet Certificate
    Top performer in the Physical Activity Requirement Evaluation (PARE). Participated in conditioning program, team sport games, and simulation of police scenarios involving: chasing, controlling and apprehending suspects
  • University of Alberta, Geothermal Science Youth Program — 2019 Graduate
  • Edmonton Police, Oskayak Youth Academy – 2018 Graduate
  • Mount Royal University, General Science Youth Program — 2018
  • Graduate Piano, Royal Conservatory of Music - 2010 to 2013
  • Soccer, Provincial and Cities Medalist - 2011 to 2019
  • Avid Athlete - including wrestling, rugby and soccer with nine time medalist in Cities and five at Provincials
  • Musician - Classical Guitar, Trumpet, and Piano
  • Track runner - 100m, 400m, and relay

Timeline

Firefighter

Wild Goose Tours Ltd
07.2023 - 08.2023

Sports Coordinator

Indigenous Sport Council Of Alberta
06.2021 - 04.2022

Sales Associate

Western Varieties Wholesale
04.2021 - 11.2022

Line Cook

Earls Kitchen + Bar
08.2020 - 04.2021

Soccer Referee & Linesman

Edmonton Soccer Association
04.2014 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology

University of Alberta

High School Diploma -

Braemar School

High School Diploma -

McNally High School
Abigail McRae