Sarah DeClercq
Lethbridge AB T1K 0M8
April 1, 2019
To whom it may concern,
I believe I am an excellent fit for this workplace because of my skills and attributes that I bring to the workplace. I look forward to the chance to show you how my educational background and other experiences have prepared me to make an immediate contribution to your team.
I have several key skills that will enable me to thrive in this job, particularly being a part of my high school student council, an athlete, a leader and a volunteer in my community. I have also refined my critical thinking and analytical skills. Also, I have learned how to effectively meet deadlines, and work with various types of people to complete projects and tasks.
A copy of my resume is included for your review. I am extremely enthusiastic about this position and am ready to start making a meaning contribution right away. I appreciate your time and look forward to hearing back from you soon.
Sincerely,
Sarah DeClercq
Enclosed
Sarah DeClercq
1232 12th Ave South
Lethbridge, AB T1K 0M8
587-***-**** (cell)
***********@*****.***
SKILLS
Teamwork
•Gained through previous employment, volunteer work, and team sports
Communication
•Gave weekly speeches as a member of the Silver Scissors and Spoons 4-H club, and competed in annual district speech competition; Liaised between fellow chefs in order to put out meals in a timely manner
Time Management
•Gained through pressures of rush hour to push meals out correctly and efficiently; attending post-secondary school
Approachable
•Achieved while working at Quarks by greeting customers and creating an comfortable and informative environment for customers which resulted in sales targets being met and repeat customers
EDUCATION
Culinary Arts Program-Red Seal
Lethbridge College
2006-2009
High School Diploma
•J.T Foster High School
•Received Premier Citizenship Award
2003-2006
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Assistant manager (full-time)
Quarks- Lethbridge, AB
•Match store invoices to stock received
•Housekeeping- rearranging merchandise and displays
•Increased product knowledge through attending workshops and reading product literature
•Product demonstration, and closing skills
Hostess (full-time)
Montana’s Cookhouse- Lethbridge, AB
•Aide in helping waiters/waitresses with running food during busy hours
•Greeted and sat customers in a timely manner
•Added finishing touches to plates
•Housekeeping-basic housekeeping including cleaning and setting tables, sweeping food prep area
Line Cook (full-time)
Montana's Cookhouse
•Open kitchen in timely manner
•Completed morning prep
•Housekeeping- basic cleaning including sweeping food prep area, and cleaning cooking area
•Responsible for stocking line when low
•Assist other staff
•Added finishing touches to plates, including garnishes, sides, and sauces
Hostess (part-time)
Swiss Chalet- Lethbridge, AB
•Welcome and seat guests in a friendly manner
• Processed payments via debt and credit card machine
•Housekeeping- basic cleaning, setting tables, and sweeping food prep area
May 2012- April 2019
March 2011-July 2013
March 2011-July 2013
October 2009-March 2011
Line Cook (full-time)
The Cheesecake Café- Lethbridge, AB
•Open kitchen in timely manner
•Completed morning prep
•Housekeeping- basic cleaning including sweeping food prep area, and cleaning cooking area
•Responsible for stocking line when low
•Assist other staff
•Added finishing touches to plates, including garnishes, sides, and sauces
September 2007-October 2009
Second Cook (full-time)
Prince of Wales Hotel- Waterton, AB
•Morning and lunch prep
•Assist the bakery in preparing dishes
•Sanitize and put away lunch line
July 2007-September 2007
VOLUNTEER AND EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Mother’s Day Tea
Stavely Golden Age
•Welcome guests
•Served tea and treats
2002-2006
Santa Skate
Stavely Arena
•Tied skates
•Handed out hot dogs and hot chocolate
2001-2006
REFERENCES
Naomi Blake
Family friend
Rochelle Stanford
Manager-Quarks
Cell: 403-***-****
Shlane Broomfield
Family friend