Alyssa Long
Limerick,Ireland
Summary
Dedicated Science undergraduate at the University of Limerick with award-winning performance, including 3 UL President's Award. Skilled in customer service, retail, and entrepreneurship, with strengths in problem-solving, teamwork, and delivering results. Proficient in data analysis, multilingual communication, and creative design. Reliable, adaptable, and eager to excel in professional environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Retail Assistant
Hodkinson's Centra
Limerick
2020.01 - 2025.04
- Provided excellent customer care at Centra by addressing inquiries, assisting with purchases, and ensuring a positive shopping experience. Managed tills efficiently and accurately.
- Efficiently managed orders by coordinating with suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries, and maintaining accurate inventory levels.
Waitress, Barista
Garryowen RFC Café
Limerick
2022.10 - 2023.02
- Delivered outstanding customer service by taking orders, delivering food and drinks, and addressing customer needs promptly.
- Provided high quality coffees and beverages as a barista, ensuring customer satisfaction.
Owner & Entrepreneur
The Gem Shack
2023.01 - 2025.04
- Company Overview: https://www.depop.com/thegemshack/
- Established and managed a profitable online jewellery business, designing unique pieces and marketing effectively through social media and Depop.
- Built a loyal customer base through excellent service and honed skills in inventory management, pricing, and order fulfilment.
Waiter bartender
The Thatched Cottage
Tipperary, County Tipperary
2023.04 - 2023.04
- During a two-week work placement at The Thatched Cottage, I gained hands-on experience in bartending and waitressing. I assisted with drink preparation, customer service, and maintaining a smooth workflow in a fast-paced environment, strengthening my adaptability and teamwork skills.
Education
Industrial Biochemistry - Science and Engineering
University of Limerick
Limerick 2023.09 -
Honours Leaving Certificate - French, DCG (Design and Communication Graphics), Applied Maths, Chemistry, Biology, Irish
Crescent Comprehensive College
2017.09 - 2023.06
Skills
- Multitasking
- Excellent Customer Service
- Teamwork
- Full driving license
- Barista
- Bartender
- Retail Assistant
Languages
English
Native
French
Upper intermediate
Irish
Intermediate
Additional Information
- Fitness enthusiast, committed to a healthy lifestyle through gym workouts, running as well as playing with my local football club.
- Skilled in jewellery and dressmaking.
- Passionate about cooking, with training in diverse culinary techniques.
- Avid traveler exploring cultures and learning French.
Timeline
Industrial Biochemistry - Science and Engineering
University of Limerick
2023.09 -
Waiter bartender
The Thatched Cottage
2023.04 - 2023.04
Owner & Entrepreneur
The Gem Shack
2023.01 - 2025.04
Waitress, Barista
Garryowen RFC Café
2022.10 - 2023.02
Retail Assistant
Hodkinson's Centra
2020.01 - 2025.04
Honours Leaving Certificate - French, DCG (Design and Communication Graphics), Applied Maths, Chemistry, Biology, Irish
Crescent Comprehensive College
2017.09 - 2023.06