student, marketing, digital programs, quick learner
Resume:
Yusef Farooqui
********@********.** • 780-***-****
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Commerce April 2024 (Expected)
University of Alberta, School of Business, Edmonton, AB
Finance Major
High School Diploma June 2020
Lillian Osborne High School, Edmonton, AB
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Marketing Assistant (Freelance) March 2020 - Present
Edmonton, AB
Design, revamp and update online menus for restaurants on varying platforms and restaurant websites
Use programs such as Adobe Photoshop CC, to create flyers, promotions and other graphics
Conduct meetings, via online and/or in-person, to check-in with restaurants and ensure menu items, prices, and promotions are up-to-date
Cashier / Sales Associate May 2021 - January 2022
Dollarama, Edmonton, AB
Facilitated front-till and self-checkout area responsibilities by conducting transactions, adding cash or receipt paper when necessary, and troubleshooting faulty machines
Improved organizational skills by stocking shelves, front-facing, keeping track of goods shelf-life, and assigning relevant labels and price tags if required
Eased customer experience making self-checkout process more efficient, performing price-checks, locating products, and recommending new items
Upheld a clean and sanitary work environment in accordance with company's Covid-19 regulations
Tabulator Clerk / OHS Clerk October 2020 - October 2020
Municipal Election, Edmonton, AB
Headed operations for vote tabulator and ballot box, including set-up, validity, safeguarding and assisted voters with depositing completed ballots into vote tabulator
Supervised counting after polls closed to ensure election procedures were followed accordingly
Handled and enforced all on-site proper health protocols for election workers and voters
Aided voters with additional-accessibility needs by resolving any mobility issues, and streamlining voting experience
Coordinated with poll workers to ensure the electoral process was smooth, efficient and held integrity for voters
Cashier / Cook May 2016 - November 2019
Checkers Pizza, Edmonton, AB
Enhanced interpersonal skills by processing transactions, taking customer orders (including phone orders), and addressing any customer questions or concerns
Maximized store revenue by recommending products, providing exceptional customer service and communicating current promotions and deals
Prepared orders in a timely manner complying with restaurant standard portion sizes and cooking methods
Fostered a sanitary work environment - including wiping tables, washing dishes and cleaning equipment
Produce Clerk July 2018 - January 2019
Italian Centre Shop, Edmonton, AB
Rotated produce between cooler and floor area regularly by stocking shelves and ensuring area was clean, organized, and presentable
Enhanced customers experience by locating and recommending new products, and taking/preparing bulk orders
Held responsibility for opening and closing department on numerous occasions
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Volunteer January 2018 - Present
Family and Social Services Association (IFSSA), Edmonton, AB
Interact with children and young adults, by providing emotional support and advice
Create packages of food hampers, organize, and help distribute clothing and toys to underprivileged families
Volunteer January 2017 - December 2019
Ronald McDonald House, Edmonton, AB
Prepared and served meals, planned fun activities for children and families, and provided emotional support for families and children
Volunteer December 2017 - December 2018
Festival of Trees, Edmonton, AB
Conducted cash and debit transactions for tickets, while communicating deals and promotions for higher volume purchases
Administered hockey shoot booth by helping set-up, retrieving pucks and sticks after each finished turn and ensuring lines moved in a timely fashion to avoid overcrowding
SCHOLARSHIPS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
Jason Lang Scholarship 2020
Alexander Rutherford Scholarship 2020
University of Alberta – AGA program 2020
EXTRA CURRICULAR AND CASE COMPETITIONS
University of Alberta – Business case competition, 2nd place 2020
Häagen-Dazs case competition (Agorize) 2022
MEMBERSHIPS
Toastmasters International – Youth Leadership Program 2018
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Outlook
Intermediate skills in Adobe Photoshop CC
INTERESTS
Ball Hockey: Captained team to 4 medals and 3 provincial appearances. Won MVP in 15', 17', 18'
Tae Kwon Do: Black belt
REFERENCES
Available upon request
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