Matthew Davenport
Greater Sudbury,ON
Summary
Knowledgeable and Eager Law Student with solid understanding of litigation documentation, client relationship building and court procedures. Dedicated to occupational standards with over 6 years of consistent full-time work during legal studies. Recent graduate obtaining BA in Law & Justice; previously obtaining Diploma in Community & Justice Services. Eager to support legal team with research, documentation and investigative skills, and truly flourish within first legal occupational setting.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Grocery Team Lead
Messier's Independent Grocer
11.2018 - Current
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing personalized service and addressing unique needs.
- Worked alongside Loblaws Companies Limited Senior VP Derrick Pittman, Senior Director Greg Richardson, and Senior District Director Paul Anthraper on specialized outreach for Loblaws Northern Ontario District.
- Coordinated with store managers/owners to implement successful sales strategies, boosting revenue.
- Oversaw ordering processes, maintaining optimal inventory levels and minimizing waste through strategic purchasing decisions.
- Multifaceted skills with proficiency across all departments within the store with consistent eagerness to continue to learn.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering positive work environment for learning and growth.
- Continual participation of Health and Safety Committee and Unionization efforts.
- Proficient and certified in heavy-mechanical operation.
Inventory Clerk
WIS International
02.2017 - 10.2018
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting regular audits and reconciling discrepancies.
- Assisted in physical inventories, verifying counts against existing records for improved accuracy in reporting data.
- Reporting discrepancies between physical counts and computer records to create a correct count.
- Trained new hires on proper inventory protocols, ensuring consistent adherence to established procedures across all staff members.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
Lead Grill Cook
McDonald's
10.2015 - 01.2017
- Ensured timely meal preparation and delivery for customers by effectively coordinating with servers and kitchen staff.
- Worked directly alongside management to efficiently generate orders, unload orders, and maintain correct levels of inventory.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment through regular cleaning, sanitizing surfaces, and equipment maintenance.
- Improved team productivity by training new employees on grill station procedures, safety protocols, and company standards.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by overseeing daily operations of the grill station while motivating fellow cooks to excel in their roles.
- Contributed to a positive working environment by maintaining open communication among team members, resolving conflicts as they arose.
- Upheld health code regulations by ensuring proper food handling practices were followed at all times during the cooking process; taking part in the Health and Safety Committee.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Law & Justice
Laurentian University
Greater Sudbury, ON06.2023
Ontario College Diploma - Community & Justice Services
Cambrian College of Applied Arts And Technology
Greater Sudbury, ON06.2020
High School Diploma -
Lockerby Composite School
Sudbury, ON06.2019
Skills
- Extremely Proficient with Technology
- Proficiency in Legal Research
- Efficient in Task Prioritization
- Fast Learner Requiring Minimal Supervision
- Strong Communication Skills
- 80 WPM AVG typing speed
- Clear and Concise Writing Ability
- Self-Taught Proficiency in DivorceMate and PCLaw
- Prior Knowledge of Various Fields of Law
Accomplishments
- Awarded "Most Likely to Become a Corporate Lawyer" by Laurentian University's Law Association - LawLU.
- First place winner of 2018 Mock Trial Competition.
- Opportunity to collaborate with James Carpino & Micheal Macnamara at Desmarais, Keenan LLP.
Timeline
Grocery Team Lead
Messier's Independent Grocer
11.2018 - Current
Inventory Clerk
WIS International
02.2017 - 10.2018
Lead Grill Cook
McDonald's
10.2015 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Law & Justice
Laurentian University
Ontario College Diploma - Community & Justice Services
Cambrian College of Applied Arts And Technology
High School Diploma -
Lockerby Composite School
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