Daria Polishchuk
Red Deer,AB
Summary
Enthusiastic and customer-oriented professional with diverse experience as a hostess. Adept at creating positive customer experiences, managing fast-paced environments and supporting team success. Eager to bring strong interpersonal skills, a keen eye for detail and a genuine passion for hospitality to a server position. Committed to delivering exceptional services and contributing to a vibrant and efficient dining experience
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Optical Sales Associate
Hauck Vision & Hearing
Red Deer
05.2024 - Current
- Processed insurance claims accurately and promptly, minimizing wait times for customers
- Managed appointment scheduling for eye exams, maximizing efficiency for both staff and patients
- Recommended specific frames, lenses and lens coatings to suit client needs
- Used effective sales techniques to meet and exceed monthly sales goals
Hostess
1st RND West Edmonton Mall
Edmonton, AB
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Greeted and seated customers, managed reservations and walk-in guests, efficiently seating them to maintain a smooth flow of service
- Assisted guests with inquiries about menu, specials and restaurant services
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities
- Trained new hostesses on customer service standards, reservation systems and seating procedures
- Assisted in organizing and managing special events, ensured that all guest needs were met and that events ran smoothly
- Delivered food orders and beverages to the dining area in a timely and accurate manner during peak hours
- Maintained cleanliness, cleared tables and reset them for new customers
- Processed guest payments accurately, including cash and credit card transactions
Sales Associate
Ardene
Red Deer
05.2023 - 10.2023
- 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.
- Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Sales Associate
The Hudson’s Bay Company
Red Deer
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Forming and packing orders
- Labeling
- This was a seasonal position
Education
High School Diploma -
Lindsay Thurber Comprehensive High School
Red Deer, AB08.2023
Skills
- Excellent customer service
- Leadership and training experience
- Easily adapting to changing situation and environment
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Ensuring accuracy in order delivery, billing and seating arrangement
- Experience in handling cash transactions, managing a cash register and processing payments
- Class 5 Driving Licence
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Ukrainian
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Polish
Professional Working
Spanish
Elementary
Certification
ProServe Certificate
April 26, 2023- April 26, 2028
Volunteering
Interpreter and document translator at
Care for Newcomers
Timeline
Optical Sales Associate
Hauck Vision & Hearing
05.2024 - Current
Hostess
1st RND West Edmonton Mall
10.2023 - 04.2024
Sales Associate
Ardene
05.2023 - 10.2023
Sales Associate
The Hudson’s Bay Company
11.2022 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
Lindsay Thurber Comprehensive High School