Amanda Grigor
Calgary,AB
Summary
Highly-motivated individual with a desire to take on new challenges. Fast learner, quick at mastering new skills and ready to contribute to team success. Several years of experience in multiple professions have attributed to my dedicated and strong work ethic.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Small Business Owner
Amit & Kol
Edmonton , AB
2018.03 - Current
- Designing and Creating one of a kind plush collectibles and illustrations.
- Use of commercial and industrial sewing machines and equipment.
- Sales (in-stores and online)
- Packing and Shipping orders
- Established partnerships with other businesses in related industries for mutual benefit.
- Customer service and interaction. Attending markets and shows for product sales. Taking payments and inventory control.
- Building booth and table displays for products.
- Marketing and creative content. Promoting and advertising my creations/product on online platforms.
- Creation and Management of online store
- Photography
- Naming, tagging, pricing and quality checking products.
- Organization and accounting of products, materials, time, expenses and costs.
Produce Stocker
Costco
Edmonton , AB
2018.05 - 2020.10
- Unloading delivery trucks.
- Replenished stock and managed inventory.
- Use of pallet jacks to move, remove and place new produce products on pallets in an organized manner.
- Lifted bulk produce products of varied weights and empty pallets consistently throughout shift.
- Placed products on pallets in a straight, clean and organized manner. Displayed product signs and prices.
- First in first out method. Removed older dated items to place on top of new dated items.
- Inventory control.
- Quality checking and control of product. Removing and reporting bad product or issues.
- Completing Daily, weekly and monthly cleaning tasks. Maintaining a clean and organized work area at all times.
- Following Food and safety protocols within the warehouse.
Line Cook
Cactus Club Cafe
Edmonton , AB
2017.02 - 2018.03
- Dishwashing and sanitizing dishware and cookware.
- Cooking on the line.(Salads, desserts, appetizers)
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards and order.
- Food Preparation. Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning and quantity needed.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Constant and consistent communication with team members
- Cleaning and sanitizing kitchen after close and maintained a clean work environment throughout shift.
President-Club Culinaire
Nait
Edmonton , AB
2015.09 - 2017.04
- Organizing, directing and positioning of volunteers/colleagues(up to 60)for prepping, cooking, travelling and serving food.
- Fundraising and working with local establishments and charities. Silent auctions and events.
- Event Planning and Execution
- Menu Planning and Budgeting
- Event promotion
- Food Production in large quantities.
- Packing and Transferring food in a safe, controlled and organized manner.
- Customer Service and Interaction
Telecommunications Foreman
Valard Construction/T1 Services
Edmonton , AB
2005.08 - 2015.09
- Pulling fiber optic, copper and coax cables through underground man hole systems and pedestals. Roping ducts with air compressor. Pulling cable using hydraulic equipment.
- Strong Communication. Giving direction and orders to crew members.
- Placing aerial cables and equipment using bucket trucks.
- Coax cable splicing and equipment placement underground and aerial work. Some experience in copper and fiber optic cable splicing.
- Civil construction. Placing materials, pipes, structures etc.
- Travelling to and from worksites.
- Outdoor work in all conditions.
- Equipment Operation
- Managing a crew of 6+, Working in a team environment.
- Job/Task planning and execution.
- Trouble shooting and consistently decision making.
- Working under pressure and with a sense of urgency. Working using common sense.
- Reading and following prints/plans to complete job orders to specifications.
- Organizing and hiring other contractors.
- Driving truck and trailer. Loading and unloading of trailers, materials and equipment.
- Directional drilling. Locating cables and placing conduits.
Education
Honours Diploma - Culinary Arts
NAIT
Edmonton, AB2017-01
High School Diploma -
Ross Sheppard High School
Edmonton, AB2004-01
Skills
- Completing tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
- High quality standards and expectations.
- Customer Service
- Problem Solving, Trouble shooting and Resolution
- Leadership
- Teamwork and strong ability to work as an individual
- Strong Communication and Organizational Skills
- Responsible and Reliable
- Committed to working in a safe and professional manner
- Confident Driver, Class 5 Licence w/airbrakes
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Produce Stocker
Costco
2018.05 - 2020.10
Small Business Owner
Amit & Kol
2018.03 - Current
Line Cook
Cactus Club Cafe
2017.02 - 2018.03
President-Club Culinaire
Nait
2015.09 - 2017.04
Telecommunications Foreman
Valard Construction/T1 Services
2005.08 - 2015.09
Honours Diploma - Culinary Arts
NAIT
High School Diploma -
Ross Sheppard High School
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