Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer Experience
Certification
Accomplishments
Timeline

Olivia Finlayson

Fruit de la Vie Juice Co.
Winnipeg,Canada
1
Certification
6
Years of experience

University of Winnipeg graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and a background in retail and front-of-house operations. Brings customer service, inventory control, POS accuracy, opening and closing support, and team training to help stores run smoothly and maintain a positive customer experience.

Work History

Tuxedo Location Store Manager

4 Months
Fruit de la Vie Juice Co. | 2026.06 - Current
  • Managed inventory control to ensure stock accuracy, supporting seamless operations and customer satisfaction
  • Resolved customer complaints and conflicts effectively
  • Trained team members on company policies and procedures to enhance compliance and operational effectiveness
  • Conducted interviews to assess candidate qualifications, contributing to team staffing and fit
  • Worked independently for extended periods to maintain operations

Front of House Staff

3 Years
Fruit de la Vie Juice Co. | 2023.06 - 2026.06
  • Handled POS transactions with accuracy and speed to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Organized front counter setup to improve juice bar service and guest movement.
  • Managed food and beverage preparation to ensure smooth daily operations.
  • Coordinated daily tasks with a small team to maintain workflow efficiency.
  • Executed assignments without supervision to meet deadlines. with minimal supervision.

Front of House

1 Year 6 Months
Jenna Rae Cakes | 2022.03 - 2023.09
  • Opened and closed two locations and managed their daily operations.
  • Provided customer service in person and over the phone, ensuring positive experiences
  • Resolved customer concerns and complaints, enhancing satisfaction
  • Work the register and POS system
  • Packaged cakes, cookies, and cupcakes for customer orders, maintaining quality and presentation

Hostess/Customer Service

8 Months
The Keg Steakhouse & Bar - St. James | 2021.08 - 2022.04
  • Resolved guest concerns in person and over the phone to enhance customer satisfaction
  • Working with guests as part of hosting duties
  • Maintained restaurant storefront and bathroom cleanliness to ensure a welcoming environment
  • Implemented covid protocols by verifying guest vaccination status
  • Collaborated with team members on projects to meet service goals
  • Familiar with operating debit machines and the Squirrel systems for takeout and gift card

Server/Dietary Aide

8 Months
Kiwanis Courts Assisted Living | 2020.12 - 2021.08
  • Assisted residents with dining needs and addressed their concerns to enhance overall satisfaction
  • Received orders from residents and served them accordingly
  • Set up and prepared dining room spaces to ensure safe and comfortable dining experiences during distanced settings
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain compliance with covid protocols while delivering quality service
  • Cleaned the dining room and kitchen after service.

Education

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Criminal Justice

University of Winnipeg | Winnipeg, MB | 2026-06

Graduated June 2026 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminal Justice with honours

  • Member of the Criminal Justice Student Association 2024-2026
  • Honour Roll

High School Diploma

Collge Sturgeon Heights Collegiate | Winnipeg, MB | 2021-01

Graduated in 2021 with honours

  • Member of the Student Council and Grad Committee
  • Honor Roll

Skills

Inventory management
Team training
Conflict resolution
Customer service
Excellent communication
Team collaboration
Dependable
Goal-oriented and hardworking
Approachable demeanor

Volunteer Experience

  • Silver Heights United Church, Fowl Supper set-up, serving, and clean-up
  • Winnipeg Harvest hamper collection
  • Siloam Mission, Backpack and toiletry collection
  • Collge Sturgeon Heights Collegiate, Senior's Christmas Dinner at Collge Sturgeon Heights Collegiate, serving and clean-up
  • Collge Sturgeon Heights Collegiate, Helping future students during open houses at Collge Sturgeon Heights Collegiate

Certification

  • Manitoba Food Handlers
  • Stress, Mental Health and Resilience Course - St. Johns Ambulance

Accomplishments

  • Honours at the Univeristy of Winnipeg 2025-2026 
    Graduated with Distinction Univeristy of Winnipeg

Timeline

Tuxedo Location Store Manager

Fruit de la Vie Juice Co.
2026.06 - CurrentRead More

Front of House Staff

Fruit de la Vie Juice Co.
2023.06 - 2026.06Read More

Front of House

Jenna Rae Cakes
2022.03 - 2023.09Read More

Hostess/Customer Service

The Keg Steakhouse & Bar - St. James
2021.08 - 2022.04Read More

Server/Dietary Aide

Kiwanis Courts Assisted Living
2020.12 - 2021.08Read More

University of Winnipeg

Bachelor of Arts Degree from Criminal Justice
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Collge Sturgeon Heights Collegiate

High School Diploma
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Olivia Finlayson