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Overview
Work History
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Skills
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Certification
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Amanda Ferriss

Essex,ON

Summary

Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents.

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales Associate

Kimball Lumber
05.2024 - 11.2024
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Merchandiser Manager

Essex Home Hardware
10.2021 - 12.2023
  • Established clear communication channels between departments, improving overall operational efficiency.
  • Oversaw budget planning and allocation, ensuring cost-effective management of resources.
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to develop in-store promotional materials, enhancing brand visibility and customer engagement.
  • Organized staff training sessions on new products or industry trends to ensure a knowledgeable workforce.

Restaurant Owner

Iron Brand
01.2021 - 10.2021
  • Managed payroll, daily deposits, and cost controls.
  • Supervised daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely resolution of any issues that arose.
  • Set employee schedules, delegated work, and monitored food quality and service performance.
  • Maintained positive relationships with local community and government officials.

Education

Certificate - Personal Support Worker

Trios College
05.2025

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Problem-solving
  • Excellent people skills

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

  • CPR & First Aid ( Canadian Red Cross)
  • GPA ( Advanced Gerontological Education)

Timeline

Sales Associate

Kimball Lumber
05.2024 - 11.2024

Merchandiser Manager

Essex Home Hardware
10.2021 - 12.2023

Restaurant Owner

Iron Brand
01.2021 - 10.2021

Certificate - Personal Support Worker

Trios College
Amanda Ferriss