EMPLOYMENT
[08.2009-11.2009] Retail Associate - Glengarry Wines, Auckland
+ provided friendly, laid-back style of customer service to a variety of client types; comprehensive service from selection of wine/beer/spirits to gift-wrapping
+ gained knowledge of a variety of wines and beverages through tastings and workshops
+ assisted in brand-focused merchandising/display creation

[02.2009-07.2009] Intern • Young + Richards Architecture, Auckland
+ researched, sourced and completed FF+E specifications and schedules for residential and commercial design projects
+ accurately edited and completed AutoCAD drawings/details

[04.2008-01.2009] Interior Design Assistant - Palmerston Design
Consultants/Lisa Lev Design
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
+ completed AutoCAD drawings and details for residential and commercial spaces
+ effectively sourced appropriate materials for projects from a variety of suppliers in the Toronto area
+ supervised completion of work by contractors on-site
+ participated in client meetings to ascertain needs
[09.2007-05.2008] Waiter • Ram in the Rye Pub
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
+ maintained high service standards in a pub atmosphere
+ employed time management and organization to effectively work with fast turnover rate and high volume of guests

[05.2007 • 11.2007] Busperson and Office Assistant • Herbs Fine Dining/Apricot Catering
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
+ worked as support for servers and management to provide courteous, efficient and attentive service for upscale clientele
+ created graphic designs and layout for new restaurant literature
+ completed various administrative duties in daily running of office and catering business

[09.2007 - 02.2008] Retail Associate • Urban Outfitters Apparel
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
+ showed high attention to detail in arranging and maintaining complex retail displays
+ provided friendly and efficient service at high volume fitting room station
+ assisted in maintaining a high level of security at greeter’ post at entry/exit of store

[07.2005 - 09.2006] Waiter • Moose Winooski’s Bar & Restaurant
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
+ Served guests according to high service standards
+ Co-operated with servers, managers and kitchen for accuracy and efficiency
+ Worked with a positive attitude, contributing to a fun family atmosphere

[01.2004 - 10.2004] Retail Associate • Roots Canadian Apparel
Cambridge, Ontario, Canada
+ provided customers with a personalized shopping experience and thorough product knowledge
+ assisted with installing and styling seasonal and event-based retail displays according to corporate guidelines

[06.2003 - 11.2003] Hostess • East Side Mario’s Italian Eatery
Cambridge, Ontario, Canada
+ greeted and seated guests, ensuring a pleasant experience
+ organized facilitation of large parties and reservations in a fast-paced, high-volume environment