Carissa Tran
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Montreal ,QC
Summary
Curious and passionate U1 McGill student applying for the position of Student Research Assistant under the Students as Partners Program.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Hostess
Hy's Steakhouse
Winnipeg, MB
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked closely with managers and event planners for successful execution of private functions held at the restaurant.
- Exhibited strong organizational skills by maintaining accurate records of guest preferences and feedback to help inform future improvements in service quality.
- Collaborated with management and servers to implement new strategies for improving restaurant efficiency and guest satisfaction.
- Meticulous attention to detail in the subject of company standards.
- Managed reservations by maintaining detailed notes on table statuses, incoming reservations, and outstanding tasks for follow-up action.
Barista
Stella's Au CCFM
Winnipeg, MB
04.2021 - 08.2022
- Supported training efforts for new hires
- Exercised interpersonal and customer service skills in daily restaurant responsibilities.
- Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.
- Collaborated with management to provide helpful support to the entire restaurant team.
Volleyball Instructor
Volleyball Winnipeg
Winnipeg, MB
07.2020 - 03.2022
- Developed, implemented, and adjusted practice plans for youth volleyball.
- Recorded athletes progress and reported to head coach.
- Mentored athletes on visualization and self-talk.
- Supported players in their development as athletes and team members.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
McGill University
Montreal, QC 08.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Centre Scolaire Léo Rémillard
Winnipeg, MB 09.2018 - 05.2022
Skills
Organization and time management skills
Communication skills
Interest in intellectual development
Ability to interact with instructors
Familiarity with web conferencing technology
Affiliations
VP Events , McGill Visual Arts Society (2023-08 - Current)
- Organize and attend bi-weekly visual arts events
- Attend weekly meetings with the VP Team
- Generate new ideas for events, ensuring the proper materials for each event
- Responsible for room bookings, obtaining relevant documentation, permits, and payments
Minister in Cabinet, Parlement Jeunesse Franco-Manitobain (2020-02 - 2022-02)
- Collaborated with cabinet member to plan the 2021 and 2022 annual Parlement Jeunesse Franco-Manitobain
- Attended weekly meetings and performed secretary duties
- Drafted legislative proposals to be debated in simulated parliamentary sessions
- Leadership of a political party during parliamentary sessions, mentorship of participants
- Responsible for contact with various external organizations, e.g. sponsors, caterers, merchandise providers.
Training
Thriving in Action Program, McGill University Student Accessibility and Achievement (2022)
- Weekly workshops on organization, time management, and school-life balance
Timeline
Hostess
Hy's Steakhouse
05.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science -
McGill University
08.2022 - Current
Barista
Stella's Au CCFM
04.2021 - 08.2022
Volleyball Instructor
Volleyball Winnipeg
07.2020 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
Centre Scolaire Léo Rémillard
09.2018 - 05.2022