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
Aspen Ski Season, Colorado
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
Aspen Ski Season, Colorado
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
Stellenbosch, South Africa
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 Africa03.2024
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