ELLIOT GIRARD
PETERBOROUGH,ON
Summary
I am a hard worker, who is seeking employment while I take some time away from my studies at Trent University. Potential employers can feel comfortable in knowing that I am someone who follows through with commitments and will work very hard to ensure an exceptional workplace.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Octopus Books
01.2017 - 01.2024
- A lover of books with interest in fiction, critical sports writing, science, history and philosophy
- Have worked on a casual basis when in Ottawa
- Responsible for opening and closing bookstore
- Experience working with cash, debit, visa and PayPal transactions
- Supported sales of course books for all Ottawa Universities
- Proficient and comfortable with software program: Book Manager
- Picking and packing books for delivery
- Provided excellent customer service to all who entered store
- Receiving, Shelving, Restocking as required, Organizing, Alphabetizing and Processing Special Orders.
Section Head/Camp Counsellor
Camp Can-Aqua
07.2021 - 09.2023
- Supported counselors in ensuring exceptional experiences were being provided
- Organized and implemented group programs and activities for up to 60 campers
- Supervision at mealtimes to ensure all kids were eating properly and staying healthy
- Supporting campers with special needs and dietary restrictions as required.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
COVID Admissions Clerk
The Glebe Centre - Long Term Care Home
11.2020 - 07.2022
- Responsible for managing testing for all visitors entering facility
- Administered rapid test and screening checklists as required
- Supported visitors in waiting area
- Maintained adequate testing inventory, including reorders
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
- Actively listened to visitors' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Reduced errors in data entry by carefully recording patient information and ensuring accurate test results documentation.
- Ensured compliance with federal and local regulations regarding COVID-19 screening procedures and reporting requirements.
- Improved patient screening efficiency by implementing a streamlined COVID-19 testing process.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Math
Trent University
Peterborough, ON04.2026
High School Diploma -
Glebe Collegiate
Ottawa, ON06.2021
Skills
- Keen to acquire product knowledge
- Excellent Product Recommendations & Sales
- Order Processing
- Trustworthy
- Relationship Building
- Cash Handling
- Listening Skills
- Product Recommendations
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Section Head/Camp Counsellor
Camp Can-Aqua
07.2021 - 09.2023
COVID Admissions Clerk
The Glebe Centre - Long Term Care Home
11.2020 - 07.2022
Sales Associate
Octopus Books
01.2017 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Math
Trent University
High School Diploma -
Glebe Collegiate
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