Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
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Sukhkiranjit Kaur

Summary

Dedicated aquaculture graduate, entrepreneur, and marine life enthusiast with over 7 years of combined experience in aquaculture farming, seafood processing, guest service, and business operations. Skilled in aquatic species care, public interaction, team leadership, and education. Successfully founded and scaled a multi-vendor retail chain while excelling in nursing studies in Canada. Known for her adaptability, passion for marine conservation, and ability to inspire and engage people from all backgrounds. Eager to contribute to impactful guest experiences and ocean conservation education in Dubai.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Owner

Trillium & Co. Marketplace Ltd.
01.2024 - Current
  • Developed business concepts and strategies to drive operational efficiency.
  • Conducted market research to identify customer needs and preferences.
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Established vendor relationships to enhance product offerings and services.
  • Maintained financial records, tracking expenses and revenue streams effectively.

Retail Assistant

Farro Fresh Food Ltd.
05.2019 - 11.2019
  • Delivered personalized service in a fresh food retail environment
  • Educated customers on seafood and sustainable food handling
  • Maintained food safety, display rotation, and store hygiene
  • Supported a multicultural team in a fast-paced setting
  • Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.

Aquaculture Farmer

Mt. Cook Alpine Salmon
11.2017 - 04.2019
  • Cultivated and maintained optimal conditions for salmon growth in sustainable aquaculture systems.
  • Implemented best practices for water quality management to ensure fish health and productivity.
  • Conducted regular monitoring of fish populations to assess growth rates and overall well-being.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize feeding schedules, enhancing feed efficiency and reducing waste.
  • Led initiatives to enhance biosecurity measures, safeguarding the farm against disease outbreaks and ensuring sustainability.
  • Analyzed environmental conditions to adapt farming strategies, ensuring resilience against climate variability.

Seafood Processing

Mussel Grader
05.2017 - 09.2017
  • Monitored temperature and storage conditions to maintain optimal freshness levels throughout the entire seafood processing lifecycle.
  • Consistently met deadlines for orders by effectively managing time-sensitive tasks related to seafood processing.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining seafood processing techniques and procedures.
  • Continuously updated knowledge on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in seafood processing to drive innovation within the organization.

Waitress

Nelson Suburban Club
02.2016 - 03.2017
  • Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring a positive dining experience for all guests.
  • Managed multiple tables efficiently, prioritizing tasks to meet customer needs promptly.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate food delivery.
  • Trained new team members on menu offerings and service protocols, enhancing team performance.

Team Member

Tentburn & Clearwater Salmon Hatcheries
04.2015 - 12.2016

Conducted feeding, oxygen checks, fin clipping, and water chemical testing

Team Member

Waikoura Springs Freshwater Crayfish Farm
09.2016 - 10.2016

Fed crayfish, managed water quality, operated aeration systems, and supported public events

Team Member

Cawthron Institute (Oyster Research)
04.2016 - 05.2016

Participated in oyster spawning research, shell measurement, water sampling, and lab work

Factory Staff

New Zealand King Salmon
01.2016 - 02.2016

Handled fillets, tagged and scanned fish samples, operated NIR probe for fat testing

Education

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Fleming College
Peterborough
05-2025

Diploma - Aquaculture

Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology
New Zealand
12-2016

Skills

  • Marine education and interpretation
  • Guest Engagement & Public Speaking
  • Aquaculture Systems & Animal Welfare
  • Vendor Management & Retail Operations
  • Event Coordination & Cross-functional Teamwork
  • Conflict Resolution & Cultural Sensitivity
  • Food Safety & Sanitation Protocols
  • Scientific Monitoring & Data Collection
  • Time Management & Multitasking Excellence

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • First Aid & CPR Certified, Ontario, 2024
  • Aquaculture Diploma, NMIT, New Zealand
  • Ongoing: Practical Nursing, Fleming College

Timeline

Business Owner

Trillium & Co. Marketplace Ltd.
01.2024 - Current

Retail Assistant

Farro Fresh Food Ltd.
05.2019 - 11.2019

Aquaculture Farmer

Mt. Cook Alpine Salmon
11.2017 - 04.2019

Seafood Processing

Mussel Grader
05.2017 - 09.2017

Team Member

Waikoura Springs Freshwater Crayfish Farm
09.2016 - 10.2016

Team Member

Cawthron Institute (Oyster Research)
04.2016 - 05.2016

Waitress

Nelson Suburban Club
02.2016 - 03.2017

Factory Staff

New Zealand King Salmon
01.2016 - 02.2016

Team Member

Tentburn & Clearwater Salmon Hatcheries
04.2015 - 12.2016

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Fleming College

Diploma - Aquaculture

Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology
Sukhkiranjit Kaur