Amanda Foucault
Hammonds Plains,N.S
Summary
Dedicated industry professional with a proven track record of achieving company objectives through consistent and organized practices. Proficient at working under pressure and adapting to new challenges to effectively strengthen the organizational brand. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Caretaker
Rover
Plains, N.S
01.2020 - Current
Labourer
Total Demolition, S
Dartmouth, N.
01.2023 - Current
Hostess
Blue Canoe
Lincoln, N.B
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Greet incoming and departing guests warmly with a genuine smile and eye contact; escort them to the assigned dining area; present menus; inform guests or current promotion; announce waiters name
- Use visual cues to seat guests in either the bar or dining area depending on their preference
- Manage the flow of Guests into the dinning area and bar areas, providing accurate wait times to incoming guests if appropriate
- Answer incoming calls to the restaurant and provide appropriate service
- Setting and clearing tables as promptly as possible
- Receive payments by validating credit charges; approving cheques; accepting currency
- Accept and organize reservations, and prioritize reservations to accommodate guests
- Inspected dining room for cleanliness, proper supple levels, and required staffing
- Maintaining professionalism and excellent service in busy, high traffic times.
Tim Hortons
N.
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Preparing coffee and food orders
- Entering sales into the cash register and collecting/processing payment
- Specific food preperations
- Maintain a clean environment through regular clean up, as well as maintain a neat and professional appearance.
B - Cashier
Sobeys, Oromocto N
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Processed POS transactions, including cheques, cash, credit purchases or refunds
- Scanned groceries and ensure proper price scanning
- Balanced cash register receipts daily and provided each customer with the utmost quality customer service.
B - Housekeeper
Delta
Fredericton, N.
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Clean 10-14 rooms per day by emptying trash bins, making beds, restocking toiletries and towels
- Sanitized toilets, sinks, desks, kitchen surfaces, etc
- As well as vacuuming rooms and hallways
- Implemented innovative step-savers that reduced the average cleaning time per room while maintaining the hotel’s “White Glove” quality standards.
Lobby/Houseman
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Dusted and maintained common areas, including hallways, waiting areas, bathrooms, spa, fitness center, pool/sauna area
- Maintained safety practices at all times to protect guests and staff..
Banquet Server
01.2008 - 01.2009
- On stand-by at all times to cater any drink, food, and any specific requests from any guest
- Assist in serving, table set up, and table clearing in readiness for the next course.
Tim Hortons
N.
01.2005 - 01.2008
Supervisor
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Served guests in a fast-paced environment and managed time for an optimal experience
- Trained new employees
- Ensured maintenance of food hygiene in accordance with standards and guidelines.
Housekeeper
Travelodge
Lincoln, N.
01.2011
- Perform cleaning duties in all guest rooms and back of house
- Responding timely to guests' special requests like cribs, cots, extra towels, etc
- Performed additional duties as needed (wash down walls in the guest rooms, wash the windows inside and out, as well as the screen, etc.)
Cleaner
Atlantic Building Cleaning Ltd
Fredericton NB
06 2007 - 10 2007
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to established protocols.
- Cleaned and polished glass doors, mirrors and other surfaces to maintain professional appearance.
- Confirmed all cleaning tools and equipment were stored properly after use.
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
- Enhanced workplace cleanliness by performing thorough daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
- Removed trash, debris and other waste materials from premises.
- Cleaned and maintained lobbies, offices and other common areas in commercial building.
- Organized and used industrial cleaning products following strict safety procedures.
- Demonstrated an outstanding commitment to safety protocols by consistently wearing protective gear during cleaning tasks that involved hazardous materials or situations.
Education
Oromocto High School
June.2006
Skills
1 Ability to notice and address small areas that need cleaning or organization
2 Efficiently managing time to complete cleaning tasks within set deadlines
3 Keeping cleaning supplies and tools well-organized and knowing where everything is located
4 Capability to perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods
5 Understanding which products are suitable for different surfaces and tasks
6 Ability to tackle unexpected cleaning challenges and find effective solutions
7 Effectively communicating with clients or team members about needs and expectations
8 Discretion and Trustworthiness**: Respecting privacy, especially in residential cleaning situations, and maintaining confidentiality
9 Adjusting cleaning methods based on varying environments or circumstances
10 Knowledge of basic repairs and maintenance that may relate to cleaning tasks, such as unclogging drains or changing light bulbs
11 Understanding safety protocols and proper handling of cleaning chemicals and equipment to ensure a safe working environment
12 Working well with others if part of a cleaning crew to achieve common goals
Timeline
Labourer
Total Demolition, S
01.2023 - Current
Animal Caretaker
Rover
01.2020 - Current
Hostess
Blue Canoe
01.2013 - 01.2016
Tim Hortons
01.2012 - 01.2013
Housekeeper
Travelodge
01.2011
B - Cashier
Sobeys, Oromocto N
01.2009 - 01.2010
B - Housekeeper
Delta
01.2008 - 01.2009
Lobby/Houseman
01.2008 - 01.2009
Banquet Server
01.2008 - 01.2009
Supervisor
01.2006 - 01.2007
Tim Hortons
01.2005 - 01.2008
Cleaner
Atlantic Building Cleaning Ltd
06 2007 - 10 2007
Oromocto High School