HEATHER ACHESON
Brampton, Ontario L6Y 1T8
Tel: 647-***-****
**************@*******.***
RE: Full Time Employment Opportunities
Dear Sir/Madam,
Please find enclosed a copy of my resume for your consideration.
I am a reliable team player and motivator able to provide leadership and
guidance and execute appropriate disciplinary measures when warranted. A
dedicated and contributing member of the management team, I carry out my
responsibilities efficiently and effectively. I am willing and able to go
the extra step towards customer satisfaction while keeping the company's
best interest in mind.
Thank you in advance for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Heather Acheson
Encl.
HEATHER ACHESON
213-188 Mill Street S
Brampton, Ontario L6Y 1T8
Tel: 647-***-****
**************@*******.***
OBJECTIVE
An outgoing and reliable individual seeking a full time employment
opportunity
where I may contribute and expand my skills and experience.
AREAS OF STRENGTH
- Excellent communication skills, able to lead, direct and motivate staff
as well as deal with customers and vendors in a professional and courteous
manner
- Able to work well under pressure and take charge when necessary to
address difficult situations
- Sales and marketing experience and aptitude, able to aide in the
development and implementation of promotional efforts and events
- Strong mathematical aptitude, able to work well with numerical
information, familiar with various sales, inventory and financial reporting
documents
- Comfortable working with computers, experienced with Word and Excel,
Outlook, Internet, Squirrel Restaurant systems, Moneris debit systems
- Willing and able to learn, able to adapt quickly to new methods and
surroundings
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
JACK ASTOR'S BAR AND GRILL, Brampton, Ontario July 2009-Present
Front House Manager / Events & Marketing Manager
- Promoted from Server to Supervisor in 2010 and to Manager in 2011
following completion of company's management training program
- Responsible for interviewing and hiring of staff, presently schedule and
direct a team of 12 hosts and bussers, arrange training programs, complete
performance reviews and carry out individual and monthly interactive staff
development sessions
- Participate in weekly management team meetings; discuss sales results,
perpetual and physical inventory reports, staff issues, pending promotional
campaigns
- Manage and reconcile merchandising item inventory; order product, verify
invoices for same and expense to appropriate personnel
- Involved in the development and execution of efforts to promote
restaurant awareness through social media, community outreach and external
marketing
- Responsible for the booking and execution of large parties, including
building custom menus if required to work within a budget
- Assist with special events; review and establish staffing requirements
and arrange for same, source and secure promotional items from sponsors and
other sources when needed
- Address and resolve guest issues and concerns received during their
dining experience and/or survey responses; followed up with staff involved
to discuss and implement corrective or disciplinary measures
WILLIAMS COFFEE PUB, Brampton, Ontario 2008 - 2009
Cashier/Hostess (Part Time)
ZELLER'S DINER, Brampton, Ontario 2007 - 2008
Short Order Cook
SILVER CITY ENTERTAINMENT, Brampton, Ontario 2006 - 2008
Concession Cashier/Cook
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
SMART SERVE TRAINED, Online
HUMBER COLLEGE, Etobicoke, Ontario 2008 - 2010
Restaurant Management program
Journalism program
NORTH PARK SECONDARY SCHOOL, Brampton, Ontario 2008
Grade 12 Honours Diploma
References Available Upon Request.