Grace Smolenaars
999 Ridge Road, Wolfville,NS
Summary
I am a motivated student who enjoys learning new skills and meeting new people. I am friendly, approachable, and work well both independently and as part of a team. I am creative and like thinking outside the box when facing challenges. I also enjoy exploring new places and experiences.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Barista
Art Can Studios
03.2025 - 07.2025
- Customer Service, Takeout and Sales: Prepared a variety of coffee and tea beverages tailored to customer preferences.
- Operations & Team Collaboration: Worked with team members to maintain efficient workflow during busy hours and supported activities such as outdoor painting classes.
- Inventory & Workspace Maintenance: Conducted inventory checks, restocked art supplies, and maintained clean, organized workstations in compliance with health standards.
Information Officer Elections Canada 2025
Elections Canada
04.2025 - 04.2025
- Voter Assistance & Public Support: Served as the first point of contact for voters, responded to public inquiries about voting procedures, and verified voter identification documents.
- Election Operations: Assisted with setting up and closing polling stations and supported secure, accurate ballot counting in accordance with government procedures.
Noggins Corner Corn Field
Noggins Farm Market
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Adaptability & Quick Learning: Worked in a fast paced environment demonstrating the ability to learn many different tasks and adjust to new situations quickly.
- Teamwork & Communication: Greeted, directed, and answered guest's questions; assisted guests as needed; collaborated with team members and worked independently.
- Facility Maintenance & Responsibility: Gathered and sorted garbage, recycling and compost; cleaned portable toilets.
Floor Staff Member
Home Hardware Building Centre
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Customer Service & Support: Assisted customers, answered questions, and maintained a positive welcoming atmosphere.
- Store Operations & Inventory: Restocked shelves regularly to ensure product availability and participated in annual inventory counts across multiple Home Hardware locations.
- Physical Work & Store Maintenance: Performed physically demanding tasks such as lifting heavy items, standing for long periods.
Education
Tourism And Hospitality Management
Mount Saint Vincent University
Halifax, Nova Scotia04-2027
High School Diploma -
Horton High School
Greenwich, NS06-2025
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Kind and caring
- Creative and innovative
- Positive and open
- Safety Compliant
- POS and sales transaction experience
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Certification
Certifications
All certifications were obtained through Mount Saint Vincent University.
- Advanced Food Handling Certificate – TrainCan Online Courses (November 2025)
- Serve Safe Certificate – Nova Scotia Tourism Human Resource Council (NSTHRC) (January 2026)
- WHMIS Certification – TrainCan Online Courses (November 2025)
- First Aid Certification – Canadian Red Cross (December 2025)
Interests
- Travel & Cultural Exploration:
- Outdoor Recreation
- Art & Creativity
- Music
Public Speaking Award
During my time in 4-H, I won the Junior Public Speaking Award at the county competition. This experience helped me build confidence and improve my communication skills. Overcoming my fear of public speaking made it easier for me to present in school and communicate clearly with customers, coworkers, and employers.
Extracurricular activities
Eastern Kings 4-H Club
Member | 2020–2025 | Vice President (2022–2023)
- Gained hands-on experience working with livestock, including cattle, sheep, and rabbits.
- Served as Vice President, helping lead the club, organize meetings, and record monthly meeting minutes.
- Organized a community food drive for the Canning Food Bank.
Art Can Studios – Community Art Classes
Participant | 2023
- Developed skills in oil painting and artistic techniques through community art classes.
Horton High School – Concert Band, Jazz Band & Musical Theatre
Band Member | 2022–2024
- Performed a variety of musical styles and developed skills in percussion instruments.
- Collaborated with band members for performances and events.
Founded and organized an independent band-2025
Timeline
Information Officer Elections Canada 2025
Elections Canada
04.2025 - 04.2025
Barista
Art Can Studios
03.2025 - 07.2025
Noggins Corner Corn Field
Noggins Farm Market
09.2024 - 11.2024
Floor Staff Member
Home Hardware Building Centre
03.2023 - 02.2024
Tourism And Hospitality Management
Mount Saint Vincent University
High School Diploma -
Horton High School