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Anna Sinclair

Anna Sinclair

Aberdeen

Summary

I am a Psychology graduate currently completing my MSc in Pluralistic Counselling at the University of Aberdeen. With over nine years of experience in customer service and support roles, I bring excellent communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills to any team. I’m now seeking employment where my strengths in working with people - listening attentively, adapting to different needs, and building meaningful rapport - are both used and valued.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work history

Waitress

Brig O Don Pub & Grill
11.2024 - 05.2025
  • Provide friendly, attentive service in a busy restaurant setting, ensuring a positive experience for all guests.
  • Manage multiple tables efficiently, balancing order accuracy, timing, and customer satisfaction under pressure.
  • Communicate effectively with kitchen and bar staff, adapting quickly to changing customer needs and service demands.

Customer Care Member/Crew Member

McDonald’s
02.2016 - 11.2022
  • Delivered front-facing customer support in a high-pressure environment.
  • Took initiative to resolve complaints, de-escalate tensions, and ensure guest satisfaction.
  • Promoted to Customer Care role, focusing on individual needs and maintaining store standards.
  • Built resilience, time management, and interpersonal sensitivity.

Volunteer

L.A.R.C Stonehaven
01.2014 - 12.2020
  • Support social events for adults with additional support needs.
  • Developed skills in adaptable communication, empathy, and inclusive engagement.
  • Learned the importance of building trust, flexibility, and maintaining a sense of warmth and humour.

Education

MsC - Pluralistic Counselling

University of Aberdeen
09.2024 -

Certificate - Counselling Skills

University of Aberdeen
01.2022 - 01.2023

Bachelors - Psychology

University of Aberdeen
01.2018 - 01.2022

HND - Social Science

North-East Scotland College
01.2016 - /2018

Skills

  • Compassionate communication
  • Active listening
  • Empathic
  • Collaboration
  • Metacommunication
  • Emotional resilience
  • Cultural responsiveness
  • Adaptability
  • Excellent customer service etiquette
  • Confidence and charisma
  • Calm under pressure
  • Understanding of technology and AI
  • Alcohol serving certification

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Waitress

Brig O Don Pub & Grill
11.2024 - 05.2025

MsC - Pluralistic Counselling

University of Aberdeen
09.2024 -

Certificate - Counselling Skills

University of Aberdeen
01.2022 - 01.2023

Bachelors - Psychology

University of Aberdeen
01.2018 - 01.2022

Customer Care Member/Crew Member

McDonald’s
02.2016 - 11.2022

HND - Social Science

North-East Scotland College
01.2016 - /2018

Volunteer

L.A.R.C Stonehaven
01.2014 - 12.2020
Anna Sinclair