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Nikoletta Salvarakis

Kingston

Summary

Highly experienced and passionate about hospitality, with a record of delivering exceptional guest experiences. Adept at managing customer interactions and resolving issues to ensure satisfaction. Known for strong teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Skills include customer service, communication, and problem-solving, valued by employers in the field.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Educator/Cook/Supply

Coppen’s Academy Childcare
09.2014 - Current
  • Work alongside teachers in supervising and engaging children ages 12 months-10 years
  • Assist teachers with the implementation of activities and daily routines as needed
  • Assist in meal prep, and followed Canada’s Food Guide regulations
  • Use of safe food handling practices at all times
  • Build relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
  • Implement classroom management techniques that foster a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
  • Work one on one with children who possess physical barriers, as well as behavioral issues
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Supervising Deputy Returning Officer

Elections Canada
01.2025 - 04.2025
  • Managed the setup and operation of an entire voting location, ensuring compliance with all electoral regulations and procedures
  • Supervised a team of election officials, ensuring accurate voter counts and ballot processing, and that all procedures are being executed properly
  • Coordinated logistics for election day operations, overseeing the deployment of electronic voting systems, and completed tasks using forms and lists on a computer using Elections Ontario Software
  • Reported any services that were disrupted, incidents that occurred or complaints that were made at the voting location to the Returning Officer in a timely manner

Dietary Aide

Providence Care Manor
04.2020 - 06.2021
  • Preparing meals, snacks and beverages following specific procedures
  • Serving meals, ensuring food safety and hygiene procedures are followed at all times
  • Taking inventory of kitchen supplies and food items
  • Staying current on the individual procedures and protocols for their facilities, including government-specified rules and regulations
  • Setting up and taking down dining areas and assisting with kitchen maintenance and general cleaning

Cook

The Royale Retirement Residence
04.2019 - 11.2019
  • Dedicated to quality: inspected and tested all food before it was served
  • Knowledge of food processing and safety
  • Multitasking: Ability to handle multiple orders
  • Was able to adhere to the precise instructions of the head chef
  • Time management
  • Maintained a clean and safe station

Manager/Bartender

East Side Marios
06.2017 - 01.2018
  • Preparing alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages for bar and patrons
  • Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies
  • Stay guest focused and nurture an excellent guest experience
  • Comply with all food and beverage regulations

Bartender/Server

Montana’s BBQ & Bar
05.2014 - 06.2017
  • Used safe food and drink handling practices
  • Upsold guests on dinner and drink items
  • Worked as a team player, to ensure a positive guest experience
  • Performed daily and nightly cleaning duties when opening/closing restaurant and/or bar
  • Used safe cash, debit, and credit handling practices

Office Assistant

NTC Freight Services
09.2009 - 06.2013
  • Filed and organized all invoices and receipts
  • Invoiced multiple companies a day, with the use and knowledge of Quickbooks
  • Maintained an exceptionally clean and organized office space at all times
  • Marketed the company by going door to door within, and outside the community
  • Aided in the cleaning, organizing, and packing of large home moves

Education

OSSD -

Belle River District High School
01.2006

Early Childhood Education -

St. Lawrence College
Kingston, Ontario
01.2017

Skills

  • Customer Service (15 years)
  • Microsoft Office (15 years)
  • Quickbooks (3 years)
  • POS/Micros Software (10 years)
  • Food Safety (10 years)
  • Cash handling
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Team member support
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Flexible and adaptable

Timeline

Supervising Deputy Returning Officer

Elections Canada
01.2025 - 04.2025

Dietary Aide

Providence Care Manor
04.2020 - 06.2021

Cook

The Royale Retirement Residence
04.2019 - 11.2019

Manager/Bartender

East Side Marios
06.2017 - 01.2018

Educator/Cook/Supply

Coppen’s Academy Childcare
09.2014 - Current

Bartender/Server

Montana’s BBQ & Bar
05.2014 - 06.2017

Office Assistant

NTC Freight Services
09.2009 - 06.2013

OSSD -

Belle River District High School

Early Childhood Education -

St. Lawrence College
Nikoletta Salvarakis