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Alicia Bell

Guelph,ON

Summary

Recent graduate with a strong foundation in biology and chemistry, complemented by hands-on experience gained through academic projects. Demonstrating teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills, eager to embark on a career journey and make meaningful contributions with unwavering commitment and drive. Proficient in microscopy techniques and molecular biology assays, supporting team goals and contributing to scientific advancement. Recognized for organizational skills and dependability, successfully managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willing to take on additional responsibilities to ensure the achievement of team goals. Currently seeking a full-time role that presents professional challenges and allows for leveraging interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Beauty Specialist

Shoppers Drug Mart
05.2021 - Current
  • Built strong relationships with clients through attentive listening skills and genuine interest in their beauty goals.
  • Worked closely with store management to identify areas of improvement, implementing changes that contributed to a more streamlined and enjoyable shopping experience for customers.
  • Conducted beauty workshops for customers on various topics such as makeup application techniques or skincare routines to increase engagement and build brand authority.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop and execute promotional events, attracting new customers to the store.
  • Handled cash register transactions accurately while maintaining excellent customer service during check-out procedures.
  • Developed tailored skincare regimens for clients based on individual needs, resulting in improved skin health and appearance.

Front Desk Receptionist

The Huron Havel Motel
07.2019 - 08.2020
  • Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming environment, ensuring the comfort of guests throughout their visit.
  • Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.

Restaurant Hostess

The Keg
09.2018 - 06.2019
  • Provided exceptional service through friendly interactions with customers, answering questions and addressing concerns.
  • Managed reservations effectively, accommodating special requests and ensuring accurate guest counts.
  • Collaborated with servers to ensure smooth transitions between tables, minimizing wait times for guests.
  • Prepared dining room for service by cleaning , organizing tables and placing table settings.
  • Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.

Waitress

Outlaw Brew Co
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
  • Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
  • Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.

Deli Clerk

Food Basics
05.2017 - 05.2018
  • Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
  • Precisely measured, weighed, sliced, and packaged deli products according to customer requests while minimizing waste.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to food safety guidelines and promptly addressing any hazards.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.

Volunteer Lab Assistant

Animal Eye Clinic - Dr. Nick Whelan
03.2016 - 05.2018
  • Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining and organizing equipment, supplies, and samples.
  • Assisted with support duties such as filling products, labeling products, testing samples and taking inventory.
  • Worked closely with lab staff on special projects.
  • Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.

Volunteer Work

St Ignatius Catholic School
09.2014 - 06.2016
  • Fostered community growth by organizing and leading various volunteer projects at our school.
  • Coordinated food drives to combat hunger within the community, increasing donations each year.
  • Raised funds for local nonprofits through organizing and executing charity events.

Volunteer

Bishop MacDonnell Catholic High School
09.2016 - 06.2017
  • Participated in group activities with students to build teamwork and foster healthy relationships.
  • Assisted with organization and supervision of after-school activities for students.
  • Served as a positive role model for students by demonstrating strong work ethic, active participation, and commitment to education throughout all volunteer activities.
  • Offered advice and support to students on how to best handle personal issues, stress and anxiety.

Community Work Volunteer

City of Guelph
08.2015 - 12.2018
  • Fostered community growth by organizing and leading various volunteer projects.
  • Volunteer in various roles to help organize and run the following events: Guelph Parkinson Walk, Sacred Heart Parish Bazaars and Annual Christmas Parties.
  • Coordinated food drives to combat hunger within the community, increasing donations each year.
  • Improved local parks and recreational areas through regular clean-up efforts.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bishop Macdonell High School
Guelph, ON
06.2019

Bachelor of Science - Biology / Chemistry

Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, ON
04.2025

Skills

  • Hands-on skills in biological experimentation
  • Aseptic technique proficiency
  • Proficient in Gram staining
  • Bacterial plating techniques
  • Proficient in using compound, dissection, and inverted microscopes
  • Precision micro pipetting
  • Aquatic and terrestrial invertebrate sampling
  • Invertebrate identification using dichotomous keys
  • Animal dissection expertise
  • Anatomical dissection skills
  • Trout sperm analysis using a hemocytometer
  • Proficient in handling live sea urchin gametes
  • Fertilized sea urchin egg identification
  • Conducted temperature and pH experiments to analyze fertilization rates
  • Live avian embryo windowing
  • Caffeine concentration experimentation
  • Embryo organ culture techniques
  • Laboratory chemistry experience
  • Chemical safety management
  • Analytical titrations
  • Proficient in gravity and suction filtration
  • Advanced recrystallization techniques
  • Chromatography techniques
  • Experienced in spectroscopic techniques: IR, NMR, and mass
  • Buffer preparation expertise
  • Skilled in practical application
  • Expertise in using separatory funnels
  • Reflux apparatus setup
  • Rotary evaporator operation
  • Centrifuge operation
  • pH meter operation
  • Precision analytical balance
  • Experienced in ethanol precipitation for DNA extraction
  • Thermal and enzymatic DNA denaturation
  • Proficient in α-chymotrypsin structure modification
  • Proficiency in Benedict’s, Saliwanoff’s, and Bial’s tests
  • Mathematics laboratory experience
  • Skilled in data analysis using R Studio
  • Advanced Excel user
  • Data analysis and organization

Timeline

Beauty Specialist

Shoppers Drug Mart
05.2021 - Current

Front Desk Receptionist

The Huron Havel Motel
07.2019 - 08.2020

Restaurant Hostess

The Keg
09.2018 - 06.2019

Waitress

Outlaw Brew Co
06.2018 - 08.2018

Deli Clerk

Food Basics
05.2017 - 05.2018

Volunteer

Bishop MacDonnell Catholic High School
09.2016 - 06.2017

Volunteer Lab Assistant

Animal Eye Clinic - Dr. Nick Whelan
03.2016 - 05.2018

Community Work Volunteer

City of Guelph
08.2015 - 12.2018

Volunteer Work

St Ignatius Catholic School
09.2014 - 06.2016

High School Diploma -

Bishop Macdonell High School

Bachelor of Science - Biology / Chemistry

Wilfrid Laurier University

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