Nichole Watson Email & Phone Number

Calgary, Ab, Ca

Calgary, Canada Area

Calgary, Canada Area

• Developed, implemented, and managed the full business cycle systems to ensure all teams were communicated with effectively for the business to operate day to day, saving the company over $250,000• Managed and oversaw highly productive teams who prep, package, and deliver over 3000 menu items/week, as well as, general quality control • Analyzed/managed all recipes, and created/managed both the nutrition facts and ingredient lists for every Made Foods’ menu item• Created the company… Show more • Developed, implemented, and managed the full business cycle systems to ensure all teams were communicated with effectively for the business to operate day to day, saving the company over $250,000• Managed and oversaw highly productive teams who prep, package, and deliver over 3000 menu items/week, as well as, general quality control • Analyzed/managed all recipes, and created/managed both the nutrition facts and ingredient lists for every Made Foods’ menu item• Created the company systems, in which they continue to use to this day to analyze and track efficiency (increased efficiency and decreased labour costs by over 30%) in the production team, as well as, methods to track and analyze retail trends and company direction• Menu launch management and execution • Member of the executive team, and worked side by side the VP and Executive Chef• Built and managed all logistics (budget, rentals, service, recruitment, design, employees) of “pop up restaurants” in partnership with the Alberta Ballet for their 50th anniversary 2016 season, in which 125 guests were fed dinner within a 90 minutes time frame on any given night• Successfully managed and executed the food service for Blake’s VIP area for the Stampede Roundup 2017 (over 2000 guests) with rave reviews from both the guests and North 51 Productions• Built and implemented Made Foods’ operational foundation procedures/documents, ranging from; human resources, health and safety, quality control, recall, driver, kitchen, packaging, warehouse, and event/catering program processes, as well as the company manual• Ability and experience with stepping into a Kitchen Manager, Warehouse Manager, Packaging Manager, Retail Manager, or Production Manager when required Show less

Calgary, Canada Area

Calgary, Canada Area

• Worked closely with the Executive Chef and the Managing Partner to manage and execute regular service and large events • Managed the full cycle of guest experiences from a management level by responding to inquiries, resolving complaints, and managing the atmosphere, to working with the service team• Assisted the Managing Partner with social media projects • Researched and analyzed products and services, as well as implemented processes to increase the restaurant’s efficiency

Canada

• Head hunted for Hospitality professionals in Western Canada at the management level using both standard and creative methods/tools, pre-qualify and book candidate interviews• Collaborated with the Account Manager and client to ensure the “candidate fit” exceeded expectations• Created and maintained job postings for various job boards, as well as, provided administrative support to the Partners of Blue Shock• Completed reference checks for candidates and subsequently, presented… Show more • Head hunted for Hospitality professionals in Western Canada at the management level using both standard and creative methods/tools, pre-qualify and book candidate interviews• Collaborated with the Account Manager and client to ensure the “candidate fit” exceeded expectations• Created and maintained job postings for various job boards, as well as, provided administrative support to the Partners of Blue Shock• Completed reference checks for candidates and subsequently, presented results to client• Maintained the candidate database and reconnected with inactive candidates to update files Show less

Calgary, Canada Area

• Consistently delivered on full cycle recruitment in a very fast paced environment: sourcing, pre-screening, interviewing, job order requests, candidate presentation, hiring, bill and pay rate negotiations, candidate and client management, payroll inquiries, and end of assignment management • Successfully collaborated with clients including re-engagement and building stronger relationships with current clients on a regular basis through client visits and consistent contact•… Show more • Consistently delivered on full cycle recruitment in a very fast paced environment: sourcing, pre-screening, interviewing, job order requests, candidate presentation, hiring, bill and pay rate negotiations, candidate and client management, payroll inquiries, and end of assignment management • Successfully collaborated with clients including re-engagement and building stronger relationships with current clients on a regular basis through client visits and consistent contact• Significantly increased business with major clients• Filled a significant amount of job orders that ranged from Data Entry, Reception, Executive Assistant, Accounting Assistant, Junior to Senior Assistant, Document Control, Data Analysts, Travel Clerks within the Oil and Gas, Construction, Banking and Not For Profit industries• Consistently managed up to 40 candidates on assignment at any one time• Interviewed nearly 300 candidates utilizing both behavior and skill based interview techniques Show less

• Led over 70 meet and greets with Managers, HR Directors, Executives, and Presidents from small, medium, and large environmental companies across Canada, including Nova Scotia, Winnipeg, Montreal, Calgary, Edmonton, and Toronto• Increased revenue for Canada’s environmental job board by 26% for the first quarter of 2011• Established and nurtured relationships with companies from different industries through prospecting, networking, conferences, and meetings, including Shell, Suncor… Show more • Led over 70 meet and greets with Managers, HR Directors, Executives, and Presidents from small, medium, and large environmental companies across Canada, including Nova Scotia, Winnipeg, Montreal, Calgary, Edmonton, and Toronto• Increased revenue for Canada’s environmental job board by 26% for the first quarter of 2011• Established and nurtured relationships with companies from different industries through prospecting, networking, conferences, and meetings, including Shell, Suncor, Enbridge, Golder, Stantec, Matrix Solutions, Manitoba Hydro, ENMAX, TERA Environmental, ESAK Consulting, and ECCO • Sold out 80% of the Harvard online Manager Training Program (pilot project)• Initiated and produced six HR best practice videos and testimonials with AMEC, PHH ARC Environmental, EBA, Matrix Solutions, HAZCO, and Genivar• Created and executed strategic engagement plans for members/stakeholders• Developed and implemented team follow up processes to enhance stakeholder relationships and client intelligence • Supported the Environmental Immigrant Bridging Program pilot project with employer connections and provided insight implemented into the moving forward plans for the program• Increased the efficiency of the CRM database resulting in a more comprehensive tool for client intelligence • Initiated solutions, sales, and opportunities for both stakeholders and ECO Canada through analytical analysis of engagement activities, e.g. Employer benefits program, EP company benefits, and partnership with local businesses Show less

• Solved and anticipated guests concerns, needs, and wants• Reconciled the relationship between the restaurant and any unhappy guests• Revitalized team work by creating an enthusiastic and collaborative environment• Responsible for managing front house staff, cash outs, and closing down the restaurant

• Reviewed and organized curriculum for the BEAHR training programs tailored to increase employment by providing necessary training• Worked with employers supporting the BEAHR training programs and increased their engagement with ECO Canada and Aboriginal Communities• Directed marketing and communications for the team• Contractor manager for an Aboriginal Employer Needs Research project• Strategized to improve and develop resources, tools, and services including the Aboriginal… Show more • Reviewed and organized curriculum for the BEAHR training programs tailored to increase employment by providing necessary training• Worked with employers supporting the BEAHR training programs and increased their engagement with ECO Canada and Aboriginal Communities• Directed marketing and communications for the team• Contractor manager for an Aboriginal Employer Needs Research project• Strategized to improve and develop resources, tools, and services including the Aboriginal recruitment and retention workshops, the Aboriginal recruitment guide, an employer engagement plan, and internal team work• Networked nationally with employers interested in Aboriginal recruitment• Aboriginal Opportunities Committee member (2010 – 2011) Show less

Fall of 2007 (Practicum)• Partnered in a project management consulting team to remodel and facilitate methods to monitor and evaluate the Volunteer Resource Program’s effectiveness, and to complete a time sensitive annual report in order for the program to continue to receive grants• Composed a final report with moving forward recommendations

• Communicated openly, directly, and clearly to ensure the success of the team and project• Successfully expedited faculty events and research responsibilities • Initiated and developed relationships with faculty stakeholders and event guests • Formatted journal publications• Successfully applied for funding for various research projects and faculty events• Assisted lectures by answering students questions and concern outside of class for a set time every week

• Successfully worked through emergency situations with critical forward thinking skills • Assisted oral surgery with time management, attention to detail, and proactively anticipating client and Dr. Love’s needs• Optimized patient’s experiences and created repeat visits by easing their concerns with my dynamic interpersonal skills• Took the initiative to research and create patient aftercare information, continues to inform patients today

Ba, International Development Studies, Applied Mathematics

Education record

Education record