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Holly Coaton

Summary

I am a highly motivated and ambitious young woman fresh out of university looking to find and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills in the biochemistry or chemistry fields. My degree offers me a broad knowledge in all kinds of chemistry and in biochemistry, making me passionate about learning how the world works microscopically and atomically. I hope to find a job where I can learn a great deal and grow in my work and my passions.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Brunch Slipper Store
02.2024 - 04.2024
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Handled stock take and cycle count every two weeks to update the online shopping system and to ensure all stock was accounted for.

Hostess

The Tavern Kitchen And Bar
12.2023 - 04.2024
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
  • Managed the servers, bartenders and kitchen staff by assigning servers tables and sections, delivering any communications between all staff in the restaurant and making sure all parts were running smoothly.
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.

Waitress

Asta Italian Restaurant
03.2021 - 10.2021
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
  • Managed high volume of customers during peak hours, maintaining prompt and efficient service.
  • Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Biology

Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch, South Africa
03.2024

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Excellent people skills
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Efficient Laboratory skills
  • Proficient in Excel, Word and PowerPoint
  • Efficient in report writing

Accomplishments

  • Advanced Grade Ballerina
  • Two time national waterpolo player
  • High school prefect
  • Successfully completed a 3 month ski season in Aspen, Colorado

Timeline

Sales Associate

Brunch Slipper Store
02.2024 - 04.2024

Hostess

The Tavern Kitchen And Bar
12.2023 - 04.2024

Waitress

Asta Italian Restaurant
03.2021 - 10.2021

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Biology

Stellenbosch University
Holly Coaton