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Overview
Work History
Education
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References
Languages
Certification
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Alexa Miyashita

Edmonton,Alberta

Summary

Hard worker, quick thinker and problem solver who is willing and eager to learn. I am bilingual, as I have my French Diploma and I speak at an adequate level of Spanish as well. I have experience in customer service, education, the hospitality industry, and am ready to expand my experience even more. I work well alone and with others, I am a very reliable person and will help whenever and wherever needed. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Server and Cook

Eva Sweets
  • Make and prepare waffles to take to various events and farmers markets
  • Warmly greet and serve guests and ensure that they are satisfied with their food

Server and Host

Boston Pizza
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.

Teacher

Active Kidz Academy
03.2023 - 11.2023
  • Teach kids in preschool, day care and out of school care through activeness, creative expression, curriculum and learning through movement
  • We taught around the philosophy of 'move to learn and learn to move.'
  • Interacted and taught kids using many different approaches

Sportball Coach

Sportball Edmonton
11.2022 - 04.2023
  • Instruct kids aged 16 months to 12 years the fundamental skills behind several different sports including: soccer, basketball, football, volleyball, tennis, rugby, baseball, golf, and hockey, in a positive learning environment

Sales-Associate and Cashier

Plato's Closet Edmonton West; South Location
07.2020 - 11.2022
  • Ensured accurate inventory counts for over 500 items by counting stock and timely identifying and reconciling any discrepancies
  • Proactively assist customers by answering questions, providing merchandise expertise, processing orders and handling payments
  • Created a positive customer experience
  • Trained and mentored coworkers by focusing on sales techniques and customer service

Server Host and Bartender

Pink Gorilla
10.2021 - 09.2022
  • As a host and server, I warmly greeted and escorted guests to their assigned tables
  • Presented menus and daily specials to the seated guests while ensuring their needs were met
  • Coordinated with the kitchen and managers to ensure each guest was satisfied with their service
  • Served meals to customers in a timely manner
  • Swiftly and successfully resolved conflicts which resulted in customer satisfaction 100% of the time
  • As a bartender I managed high-volume orders during peak hours
  • Mixed, garnished, and served several different non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks daily

Green Shack Leader

City of Edmonton
07.2021 - 08.2022
  • Create lesson plans each week for the free drop-in program that I ran, provided by the City of Edmonton for kids aged 6-12 in the summer
  • The lesson plans included physical park activities, crafts, games in the field and many more activities

Education

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

HARRY AINLAY HIGH SCHOOL

BACHELOR OF ARTS -

MACEWAN UNIVERSITY
11.2022

Skills

  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Adaptability
  • Hard Working
  • Fast learner
  • Customer Service
  • Communication Skills
  • Good Team Player
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Cash Handling

References

  • Mark Boston, Active Kidz Academy, Activekidsacad@gmail.com, 587-986-6170
  • Jess Blais, Plato's Closet Edmonton West, 780-292-2690
  • Karyn McMorrow, Plato's Closet Edmonton South, 780-289-1299

Languages

French
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working

Certification

First Aid and BLS Provider

- Jul 2021

Proserve Liquor Staff Training

- Oct 202

Level 1 Early Childhood Educator

- April 2023

SellSafe Cannabis Staff Training

- Jun 2024

Timeline

Server and Host

Boston Pizza
06.2024 - 08.2024

Teacher

Active Kidz Academy
03.2023 - 11.2023

Sportball Coach

Sportball Edmonton
11.2022 - 04.2023

Server Host and Bartender

Pink Gorilla
10.2021 - 09.2022

Green Shack Leader

City of Edmonton
07.2021 - 08.2022

Sales-Associate and Cashier

Plato's Closet Edmonton West; South Location
07.2020 - 11.2022

Server and Cook

Eva Sweets

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

HARRY AINLAY HIGH SCHOOL

BACHELOR OF ARTS -

MACEWAN UNIVERSITY
Alexa Miyashita