Compassionate and dedicated Apprentice Funeral Director and Embalmer at Jardine Funeral Home & Crematorium, skilled in office administration and active listening. Successfully facilitated personalized memorial services while maintaining a supportive environment for grieving families. Proficient in MS Office, ensuring efficient documentation and coordination.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Apprentice Funeral Director and Embalmer
Jardine Funeral Home & Crematorium
09.2023 - Current
Prepared paperwork efficiently for legal requirements such as death certificates, burial permits, insurance claims, and veteran benefits.
Assisted families in making funeral arrangements by carefully explaining various service options and providing compassionate support.
Assisted in embalming procedures under supervision to preserve bodies according to industry standards and family wishes.
Demonstrated professionalism and empathy when interacting with clients, creating an atmosphere of trust and comfort during their time of need.
Facilitated viewings and visitations by preparing the deceased''s appearance according to family requests while adhering to safety guidelines.
Developed relationships with local vendors such as florists, caterers, musicians, and photographers to provide seamless coordination for funeral services.
Conducted thorough consultations with families to understand their needs and preferences for personalized memorial services.
Discussed pre-arranged funeral options and explained pricing to clients.
Coordinated logistics for transportation of remains, ensuring timely and respectful transport to the desired destination.
Improved appearance of remains with use of cosmetics.
Maintained a sanitary work environment by adhering to strict safety and cleanliness protocols.
Produce Clerk
Atlantic Superstore
08.2022 - 09.2023
Enhanced product quality by regularly inspecting, rotating, and culling fresh fruits and vegetables.
Maintained safe, neat, and clean working environment and closely monitored for wet floors or other hazards.
Maintained a clean and organized produce section by promptly removing damaged or expired items, sanitizing surfaces, and restocking shelves.
Checked for outdated and overripe grocery items and removed from inventory.
Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
Received and unloaded new items upon delivery and checked products for damage and order accuracy.
Assisted customers in selecting the freshest produce by sharing knowledge on ripeness indicators and proper storage techniques.
Grocery Clerk
Atlantic Superstore
04.2021 - 08.2022
Stocked shelves and organized merchandise displays for easy retrieval.
Rotated grocery products ensuring that expired or spoiled items were immediately removed and adhered to "first in, first out" rule.
Cleaned and maintained store aisles and merchandise displays to provide customers with positive experience.
Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
Used pallet jacks and hand trucks to move merchandise to sales floor for stocking.
Ensured proper storage conditions for perishable items, resulting in reduced spoilage rates.
Cashier
Atlantic Superstore
04.2021 - 09.2021
Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Education
Funeral And Allied Health Services
Nova Scotia Community College
E-Campus
06-2025
High School Diploma -
Blackville School
Blackville, NB
06-2023
Skills
Office administration
Compassionate demeanor
Empathetic
Customer response
MS word, excel, and outlook
Multitasking
Active listening
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Apprentice Funeral Director and Embalmer
Jardine Funeral Home & Crematorium
09.2023 - Current
Produce Clerk
Atlantic Superstore
08.2022 - 09.2023
Grocery Clerk
Atlantic Superstore
04.2021 - 08.2022
Cashier
Atlantic Superstore
04.2021 - 09.2021
Funeral And Allied Health Services
Nova Scotia Community College
High School Diploma -
Blackville School
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