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Molly Pickavance

Christchurch,CAN

Summary

Passionate and self-motivated second-year Psychology student with experience in retail, hospitality, babysitting and housekeeping. Reliable, resilient, curious, and organised. Good at multi-tasking, calm under pressure and can work well either in a group or individually. Recognised for proficient communicational skills, including that of reading and writing. Inspired to help others and create safe and welcoming environments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Bar Staff

Bread and Circus
01.2020 - 02.2020
    • Buskers festival 2020.
    • Serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
    • Mixing cocktails.
    • Handling payments.
    • Cleaning and rubbish duty.
    • Oversaw bar display to maximize attractiveness and functionality.
    • Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.

Sales assistant

North Beach
10.2018 - 02.2019
  • Greeted customers.
  • Inquired about and assisted customers with their needs.
  • Created and maintained welcoming environment.
  • Personalised shopping experiences.
  • Fitting room service.
  • Handling payments.
  • Remained calm and poised in high-stress, dynamic environment to promote service to customers and staff.

Sandwich Artist

Subway
07.2018 - 10.2018
    • Prepared, presented and served food in compliance with health and safety guidelines.
    • Organized freezers, refrigerators and storage rooms by receiving, recording, and moving food and beverage supplies and products.
    • Assisted customers in choosing menu items by providing food complementing information.
    • Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized.
    • Greeted guests, promoted specials, and took orders.

Babysitter

Emma Shultz
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Prepared age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Offered safe environment for children.
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Assisted light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
  • Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Canterbury
Christchurch, NZ
11.2025

Fashion Certificate - Fashion

Ara Institute of Canterbury
Christchurch, CAN
11.2020

Skills

  • Organizational Abilities
  • Conversing with Others
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Calm and Pleasant Demeanour
  • Maintain Food Safety
  • Serve Customers
  • Safety Awareness
  • Time Management
  • Fast and Eager Learner
  • Thorough Cleaning
  • Eye for Detail

Hobbies

  • Painting
  • Photography
  • Outdoor adventures
  • Music
  • Reading
  • Writing

Timeline

Bar Staff

Bread and Circus
01.2020 - 02.2020

Sales assistant

North Beach
10.2018 - 02.2019

Sandwich Artist

Subway
07.2018 - 10.2018

Babysitter

Emma Shultz
01.2015 - 01.2017

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Canterbury

Fashion Certificate - Fashion

Ara Institute of Canterbury
Molly Pickavance