Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

GIULIANA DI BRIGIDA GONCALVES

Garage Clothing
Vaughan
9
Years of experience

Highly motivated professional with extensive background in retail sales, hospitality, and customer engagement. Demonstrated success in driving store sales and enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and product knowledge. Proven ability to utilize problem-solving skills and teamwork to meet customer needs and achieve sales targets.

Work History

Sales Associate (Seasonal)

2 Months
Garage Clothing | 11.2025 - 01.2026
  • Achieved individual sales targets and contributed to overall store performance during peak holiday shopping season in fast-paced retail environment.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by building rapport with shoppers, providing personalized styling advice, and recommending complementary products to enhance the customer experience and drive sales.
  • Demonstrated extensive knowledge of product collections, promotions, loyalty program benefits, and inventory availability to confidently assist customers with purchases and product recommendations.
  • Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently, including purchases, returns, exchanges, special orders, and loyalty program enrollments, while maintaining a friendly and engaging checkout experience.
  • Assisted customers in fitting rooms by providing honest product feedback, retrieving requested sizes, maintaining cleanliness and organization, and preparing merchandise for return to the sales floor.
  • Fostered a welcoming shopping environment by greeting customers, anticipating needs, and providing attentive service throughout their visit.
  • Upheld visual merchandising standards by organizing clothing displays, replenishing merchandise, folding and hanging apparel, ensuring sales floor presentation aligned with brand expectations.
  • Utilized in-store technology to locate merchandise, check store and online inventory, and identify alternative options to meet customer needs.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily store objectives while adapting to multiple roles, including cashier, fitting room attendant, sales floor associate, and front-of-store greeter.

Sales Associate & Key Holder

4 Years 9 Months
Radiant Fine Jewellers | 09.2020 - 06.2025
  • Assisted customers with selecting jewelry and watches by providing product knowledge, recommendations, and attentive service.
  • Promoted sales and store promotions, building rapport to drive repeat business.
  • Served as key holder, managing store opening/closing, cash drawer counts, and safe and alarm codes.
  • Handled cash, credit, and debit transactions accurately while maintaining security and confidentiality.
  • Maintained clean and visually appealing displays, ensuring merchandise was properly presented and stocked.
  • Completed brand training courses and workshops to strengthen product knowledge across both affordable and high-end lines.
  • Performed simple jewelry and watch repairs on the spot, enhancing customer satisfaction and service efficiency.
  • Coordinated product ordering and customer special orders with brand representatives.

Server

1 Year 5 Months
Presidente Banquet Hall | 10.2018 - 03.2020
  • Provided friendly and attentive service by assisting guests with inquiries, directing them to events and facilities, and ensuring a welcoming experience.
  • Set tables with condiments and essentials, served food and drinks throughout events, and cleared plates between courses.
  • Cleared glasses, refilled water, and replenished wine bottles to ensure continuous bar service.
  • Managed coat check, securely handling guests’ coats, bags, and personal items to enhance event experience.
  • Ensured cleanliness and organization by sweeping, mopping, washing kitchen areas, and storing leftover food and utensils properly.
  • Assisted with event breakdown by stacking tables and chairs and polishing cutlery, ensuring readiness for subsequent events.

Barista

7 Months
Il Gelato Di Carlotta | 08.2019 - 03.2020
  • Prepared and served coffee, espresso drinks, teas, smoothies, and milkshakes with precision, ensuring high-quality beverages.
  • Delivered friendly customer service, promoted daily specials, and fostered positive relationships with guests.
  • Handled cash transactions, balanced registers, and ensured accurate money handling.
  • Scooped ice cream, prepared sandwiches, and warmed pastries while maintaining high food presentation standards.
  • Restocked products and supplies to maintain inventory levels, supporting seamless daily operations.
  • Maintained clean and organized workspaces, including counters, displays, freezers, and dishes.
  • Swept and mopped floors nightly to ensure a safe and sanitary environment.

Hostess

2 Years
Denny’s | 12.2016 - 12.2018
  • Assisted guests with seating to ensure a welcoming first impression and smooth service flow.
  • Delivered beverages, bread, and other items, anticipating guest needs to enhance dining experience.
  • Provided enthusiastic, attentive service while building rapport and ensuring guest satisfaction.
  • Maintained strong knowledge of menu offerings, including daily specials.
  • Bussed, cleared, and reset tables efficiently to maintain a timely service environment.
  • Stepped in to wait tables during peak hours or short staffing, alleviating pressure on coworkers and managers while ensuring quality service.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by disinfecting kitchen areas, equipment, and removing trash.

Education

Undergraduate - Illustration

OCAD University | Toronto, ON | 07-2026

High School Diploma

St. Elizabeth Catholic High School | Thornhill, ON | 01-2019

Completed several leadership and communication workshops

Skills

Sales techniques
Exceptional customer service
Time management
Multitasking strength
Adaptability and flexibility
Teamwork and collaboration
Interpersonal skills
Verbal/written communication
Conflict resolution
Critical thinking and problem solving
Dependable punctuality
Outgoing personality

Timeline

Sales Associate (Seasonal)

Garage Clothing
11.2025 - 01.2026Read More

Sales Associate & Key Holder

Radiant Fine Jewellers
09.2020 - 06.2025Read More

Barista

Il Gelato Di Carlotta
08.2019 - 03.2020Read More

Server

Presidente Banquet Hall
10.2018 - 03.2020Read More

Hostess

Denny’s
12.2016 - 12.2018Read More

OCAD University

Undergraduate from Illustration
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St. Elizabeth Catholic High School

High School Diploma
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GIULIANA DI BRIGIDA GONCALVES