Samantha Walt
Ottawa,Canada
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented writing student with a strong foundation in creative, technical, and academic writing. Skilled in crafting clear, engaging, and well-researched content across various formats, including essays, articles, and digital media. Passionate about storytelling and communication, with a keen eye for grammar, structure, and audience engagement. Experienced in editing, collaborating with peers, and meeting deadlines. Eager to apply writing skills in a professional setting and contribute to projects that inform, entertain, and inspire.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Wildpine Retirement Residence
Stittsville, ON
02.2024 - Current
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to resident needs.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable resident experience.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, record meals, and take attendance.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for residents and staff.
Bakery Clerk, Cake Decorator Trainee, Cut Fruit Handler, New Hire Mentor
Metro Inc
Nepean, ON
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Restocked inventory, assisted with baking tasks, and cleaned the bakery environment
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations by maintaining a clean and organized workspace at all times.
- Prepared fresh baked goods daily, ensuring consistent high-quality products for customers.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality decoration services within given timeframes.
- Checked expiration dates and rotated products to verify freshness and avoid spoilage.
- Balanced multiple tasks simultaneously during busy periods while still delivering exceptional customer service experiences.
- Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes, and pies to drive product sales.
Volunteer
Muskrat Watershed Council
Whitewater Region, ON
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Volunteered to clean up the local environment, and restored damaged and unkempt outdoor areas in collaboration with other volunteers
- Contributed to a healthier environment by removing litter and debris from public spaces, parks, ponds, and streets.
Volunteer
Mission Thrift Store
Nepean, ON
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Organized, distributed, priced, and collected secondhand items for a charitable organization
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
Leadership Workshop Organizer/Volunteer
Bell High School
Nepean, ON
02.2023 - 02.2023
- Designed and facilitated team-building activities, leadership workshops, and outdoor challenges to enhance campers' personal growth and leadership skills.
- Mentored students, providing guidance and encouragement to develop confidence, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ensured the safety and well-being of all participants by following school policies, managing emergencies, and maintaining a positive, respectful atmosphere.
- Collaborated with fellow organizers/volunteers to plan daily schedules, events, and school-wide initiatives, ensuring a cohesive and engaging experience for all campers.
Order Packer and Stock Organizer
Boone Plumbing and Heating Supply
Barrhaven, ON
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Packed customer orders and purchases
- Arranged, sorted, and organized stock as well as assisted in any way possible
- Quickly learned and adapted to a detailed placement/organization system for all products
- Dealt with heavy-duty products and equipment with safety training
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized work area, allowing for easier access to products and supplies.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to company safety protocols and reporting any hazards or issues promptly.
Parents and Kids Club Volunteer Coordinator
Entrust
Ottawa, ON
08.2020 - 09.2020
- Designed, organized, and orchestrated educational activities and ideas for kids via online workshops to facilitate learning and healthy socialization during lockdown
- Managed and tracked volunteer hours and progress to support accurate documentation.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
Volunteer
Boone Plumbing and Heating Supply
Kanata, ON
10.2019 - 10.2019
- Helped with overall organization and presentation of products in a new branch location.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve company needs.
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by diligently organizing and maintaining stockroom shelves.
- Results were featured in the company-wide newsletter.
Education
College Diploma - Professional Writing
Algonquin College
Ottawa, Ontario05-2026
High School Diploma -
Bell High School
Ottawa, ON06-2023
Skills
- Editing
- Grammar usage
- Research
- Strong work ethic
- Customer service
- Microsoft 365
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organized and efficient
- Attention to detail
- Time management
Accomplishments
- Published author in “Words From the Heart: Anthology of Creative Writing, Young Writers of Canada” Published by Canadian Poetry Institute Inc. (2017)
- Completed ORCA training at Wildpine Retirement Residence (2024)
- Featured in Boone Plumbing and Heating Supply company-wide newsletter for organization and placement of stock. (2019)
- WHMIS Certified (2022)
- Smart Serve Certified (2024)
- Metro Food Health and Safety & Metro Workplace Safety Certified (2022)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Server
Wildpine Retirement Residence
02.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Mission Thrift Store
05.2023 - 06.2023
Volunteer
Muskrat Watershed Council
03.2023 - 10.2023
Leadership Workshop Organizer/Volunteer
Bell High School
02.2023 - 02.2023
Bakery Clerk, Cake Decorator Trainee, Cut Fruit Handler, New Hire Mentor
Metro Inc
11.2022 - 01.2024
Order Packer and Stock Organizer
Boone Plumbing and Heating Supply
07.2022 - 08.2022
Parents and Kids Club Volunteer Coordinator
Entrust
08.2020 - 09.2020
Volunteer
Boone Plumbing and Heating Supply
10.2019 - 10.2019
College Diploma - Professional Writing
Algonquin College
High School Diploma -
Bell High School