Poppy Jackson
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Currently attending school full time and looking for part-time work during the evenings after 5:00 and on weekends. I am driven and eager to work at the best of my ability and a quick learner!
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Crew Member
Dairy Queen
01.2023
- Prepared all food orders within a 2-3 minute time frame
- Assembled food orders while maintaining appropriate portion control
- Accept payments, operate cash registers, and maintain receipts
- Handle cash payments, count and verify tills, and record totals appropriately
- Completed assigned prep work for stocking and set up the area
- Wash counters, tables, restrooms, trash receptacles, gather trash and remove from dining/service areas to proper receptacle, sweep, mop, stock and other cleaning tasks
- Occasional need to be out of the building (i.e., parking lot, freezer, trash container areas, etc.) for parking lot pick-up, trash removal and other maintenance and cleaning activities.
Landscaper
Dragonfly Garden & Design - Seasonal
Peterborough
06.2019 - 08.2024
- Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep the area safe, and well-organized
- Mulched gardens, placed and adjusted soil to provide optimal growth potential
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help whenever needed
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines, and a fast-paced atmosphere.
Barista
Byward Café
Ottawa, ON
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Prepared and served specialty coffee, teas, and iced drinks
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
- Learned every menu item's preparation and numerous off-label drinks to meet customer needs.
- Helped management keep adequate supply on hand by notifying of shortages.
- Closed cash, till, and debit machine, cleaned espresso machine, panini press, and microwave; swept, mopped, restocked produce and drink fridges, disinfected counters/tabletops.
Gardening Center Associate
CMS
Peterborough, ON
04.2022 - 05.2024
- Quickly connected with each customer to offer assistance and promote products
- Maintained revenue by attracting customers with attractive sales displays
- Inventoried merchandise and investigated discrepancies to keep an accurate count of each product type
- Keep the work area organized and clutter-free
- Completed assigned tasks with little or no supervision
- Helped customers find desired items.
Education
Hairstylist
Versaille Academy - Current
Ottawa, ONThomas A. Stewart Secondary School
Peterborough, ON06.2023
Skills
- Fluent in French language
- Fleming dual credit course for hospitality and tourism
- Two weeks at Ottawa University summer camp for DSLR photography
Certification
- Certificate of Training in Excellence in Customer Service, Norcat.
- Line Cook certification
- Safe Serve
- Smart serve
- WHIMIS
References Available
Upon request
Volunteer Experience
- 12/2019, 01/2020, Thomas A. Stewart, Dresser for Beauty and the Beast Play.
- 02/2022, 02/2022, Coldest Night Of The Year, Peterborough, ON, Fundraising event, volunteer walker to raise awareness about homelessness.
- 09/2019, 12/2019, Media Team, Set up school dances and announcements (i.e. lighting, sound, music, and coat check).
Hobbies and Interests
- Surfing
- Guitar
- Cooking & Baking
- Horticulture
- Photography
Languages
French
English
Timeline
Barista
Byward Café
09.2023 - 05.2024
Crew Member
Dairy Queen
01.2023
Gardening Center Associate
CMS
04.2022 - 05.2024
Landscaper
Dragonfly Garden & Design - Seasonal
06.2019 - 08.2024
Hairstylist
Versaille Academy - Current
Thomas A. Stewart Secondary School