Athena Tardiff

To obtain a fulfilling job while I attend University and continue my education path.

bookseller at Nocturne Books (2025-11 – Present)

• Reviewing books for store and social media for patrons review
• Recommending books through an open and critical lens based on client specifications
• Providing exceptional, warm, and friendly service to patrons
• Manage till and handle opening and closing cash duties
• Maintain the organization and cleanliness of the store independent artist at Various Art Markets (2019-05 – Present)
• Commissioned by clientele to create custom works of art, including: oil paintings, watercolour paintings, jewellery, prints, and crafts of varying size and complexity
• Collaborates with fellow local artists
• Has developed a strong and diverse patron base that generates repeat business sales associate at Red Wing Shoes (2019-09 – 2020-03)
• Fulfilled a critical role as part of a dynamic and integrated sales team
• Greeted clients and suggested specialized products based on their unique needs
• Worked co-operatively with the management and sales team to ensure that company goals and KPIs were achieved
• Maintained superlative standards regarding warranty services requests
• Assisted in securing the store and cash deposits during closing shifts barista at Second Cup Coffee (2017-01 – 2019-06)
• Responsible for cash handling, beverage quality control and inventory counts
• Helped in creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for guests of the café
• Greeted guests promptly and take orders in a friendly, courteous, professional, and timely manner to ensure complete guest satisfaction
• Maintained a calm demeanor during peak times and supported fellow staff to ensure efficiency throughout the shift all the while upholding first-rate standards of service
• Assisted in securing the store and cash deposits during closing shifts head hostess at Ki Modern Japanese + Bar (2011-09 – 2014-12)
• Managed the flow of guests into the dining and bar areas, provided accurate wait times to incoming guests when appropriate
• Greeted incoming and departing guests warmly and ensured they were exposed to an inviting atmosphere
• Remained observant of guests needs throughout dining experience to ensure they received high quality service via regular rounds on the dining floor
• Tended to any special guest requests or needs
• Managed the reservation calendar to ensure that there were appropriate staffing and coverage during peak business times

funeral service education – Mount Royal University (2021-09)

bachelor of fine arts – Alberta University of the Arts (2015-09 – 2018-04)