Nika Peklar
Ljubljana,061
Summary
"One must have strategies to execute dreams." - Azim Premji
Highly-motivated individual with desire to take on new challenges. BSc Psychology graduate equipped with strong worth ethic, adaptability, creativeness, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Devoted to enhancing in abilities and growing as a person while also guiding others in achieving their best potential on the journey of life.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Waitress
Bistro Rog, Rogova d. o. o.
Ljubljana
05.2024 - Current
- Observed other wait staff members' techniques to learn best practices for providing exceptional customer service.
- Maintained a professional and positive attitude while working in a fast-paced environment.
- Provided with learning opportunity to develop skills needed to work at the bar, such as barista and stress/ rush-hour management approached with good organization, teamwork, and clear communication.
Research Assistant
University of Groningen
Groningen
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Assessing pain behavior in infants aged from 3 to 11 months using the FLACC tool.
- Coded and verified data in accordance with specified research protocol and coding procedures, entering data into computer database for subsequent analysis.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress on ongoing projects, critically analyzing some of the ongoing uncertainties, and brainstorm ideas for future endeavors.
Nanny
Private Family
Groningen
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Transported the children safely to appointments, social engagements or recreational activities.
- Engaged in creative play with the children such as playing games, doing handcrafts, or drawing pictures.
- Organized and planned a variety of activities to stimulate physical, mental, and emotional growth for the children.
- Developed further understanding in how to support, approach, and - when appropriate - motivate children when faced with a problem or an obstacle.
Bowl Artist
Rå
Groningen
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Provided excellent customer service by anticipating needs, responding promptly to requests, and following up to ensure satisfaction.
- Maintained cleanliness of the dining area throughout shift including wiping down tables, chairs, menus.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner while adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
- Developed understanding in the power of the positivity, openness, and kindness on affecting customers behavior, enhancing their mood with a friendly smile and asking them about their day.
Waitress
Arhitea d.o.o
Ljubljana
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Developed positive relationships with regular customers through friendly conversation.
- Developed understanding in importance of taking the right approach when faced with a challenging situations, such as challenging customer or stressful rush hour, to prevent any conflict.
- Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change, and printing receipts for customers.
Animator
Zotka Talents 2016
Ljubljana
06.2016 - 06.2016
- Provided customer service assistance before, during, and after events.
- Greeted incoming guests, accepted payments, reviewed tickets and directed to facility locations.
- Communicating with guests and maintaining positive environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Groningen
Groningen, Netherlands01-2024
Honors College Maathai Cohort -
University of Groningen
Groningen, Netherlands06.2023
High School Diploma -
Gymnasium Bežigrad
Ljubljana, Slovenia06.2020
High School -
Gymnasium Šentvid
Ljubljana, Slovenia06.2018
Primary School -
Log - Dragomer
Dragomer, Slovenia06.2016
Skills
- Communication Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Organizational Skills
- Research Paper Writing
- Data Analysis
- Emotional Intelligence
- Problem Solving
- Collaboration
- Teamwork
Certification
- CEFR Level B1.2 with Distinction, 08/2016, Trinity College London, Buckswood Overseas Summer School
- CEFR Level B2.3 with Distinction, 08/2017, Trinity College London, Buckswood Overseas Summer School
- CSIA Level 1, 02/2024, Canadian Ski Instructor Alliance, Sun Peaks, BC
- CSIA Level 2, 04/2024, Canadian Ski Instructor Alliance, Sun Peaks, BC
Accomplishments
- Sports Union Vrhnika, Award for outstanding sports Achievements, 2014
- Sports Union Vrhnika, Bronze Award for outstanding sports Achievements, 2016
- Grammar School Šentvid, 1st year completed with distinction, 2017
- Slovenian National Organization ZOTKS, Bronze award for research in psychology: Self-image: How it is developed in adolescence, Ljubljana, 2019
- Gymnasium Bežigrad, Award for research work in psychology, 2019
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Limited
German
Limited
Affiliations
- Helping out with and on-call coaching at ACLO Student sports complex in Groningen, Netherlands
- Volleyball player at Kroton, Groningen, Netherlands
- Baby sitting my little cousins when in Slovenia
- Assistant performance manager at Rå Bowls and Juices, Groningen, Netherlands
- Love for planning and organizing social events
Timeline
Waitress
Bistro Rog, Rogova d. o. o.
05.2024 - Current
Research Assistant
University of Groningen
09.2023 - 12.2023
Waitress
Arhitea d.o.o
07.2023 - 08.2023
Nanny
Private Family
09.2022 - 12.2023
Bowl Artist
Rå
09.2022 - 12.2023
Animator
Zotka Talents 2016
06.2016 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Groningen
Honors College Maathai Cohort -
University of Groningen
High School Diploma -
Gymnasium Bežigrad
High School -
Gymnasium Šentvid
Primary School -
Log - Dragomer
Research Internship: Investigating and Assessing Infant Pain Behavior
University of Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands
- Research internship as part of Honors College at University of Groningen in the department of developmental psychology.
- Gaining further in-depth knowledge in human behavior in response to painful stimuli as well as improving observational skills and emotional intelligence.
References
References available upon request.
Research Internship: Investigating and Assessing Infant Pain Behavior
University of Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands
- Research internship as part of Honors College at University of Groningen in the department of developmental psychology.
- Gaining further in-depth knowledge in human behavior in response to painful stimuli as well as improving observational skills and emotional intelligence.
References
References available upon request.
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