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Edward Dougherty

Reykjavik

Summary

College graduate with an MA in Medieval Icelandic studies, accompanied with a robust work history and academic career. Currently seeking employment in fields related to my degree, though open to opportunities. Willing to work domestically or will relocate for desired job.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Studentakjallarinn
04.2024 - Current
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, setting up for incoming shift.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.

Member Service Associate

Costco
08.2020 - 07.2023
  • Kept count of customers entering and leaving warehouse.
  • Upgraded customer memberships.
  • Audit customers receipts to prevent theft and lower warehouse loss.
  • Maintained a clean and organized retail environment, ensuring easy navigation for customers.
  • Cashier.
  • Stocked warehouse at the end of the night, to better prepare night shift workers.
  • Participated in Costco's supervisor-in training program; tutored in supervisor duties and responsibilities.
  • Preformed regular temperature and security checks throughout the warehouse, ensuring product freshness and warehouse safety.

Museum Ambassador

The Metropolitan Museum of Art
10.2019 - 06.2021
  • Answered questions, pointed out important features, and offered further details about special exhibits to educate visitors.
  • Provided information through narratives on various sites throughout New York area, relaying little-known stories to provide interest.
  • Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.

Warehouse Employee/ Dock Supervisor

Ace Endico
07.2015 - 01.2019
  • Item Selector for Ace Endico Cash and Carry and wholesale warehouse.
  • Dock Supervisor: supervised other selectors and managed their orders for accuracy and efficiency.
  • Distributed tasks and orders.
  • Trained new hires in all areas.
  • Operated forklifts and other heavy machinery safely.

Education

Master of Arts - Medieval Icelandic Studies

University Of Iceland
Reykjavik, Iceland
06-2025

Norse Folklore, Viking Studies And Field School

Harvard University
Cambridge, MA
05.2022

Bachelor of Arts - History

Western Connecticut State University
Danbury, CT
06-2021

Skills

  • Research
  • Academic writing
  • Translating Old Norse
  • Basic Archaeology skills
  • Knowledge of History (specialization in medieval, Viking Age)
  • Bartending experience
  • Forklifts
  • Machinery
  • Supervisor
  • Retail

Timeline

Bartender

Studentakjallarinn
04.2024 - Current

Member Service Associate

Costco
08.2020 - 07.2023

Museum Ambassador

The Metropolitan Museum of Art
10.2019 - 06.2021

Warehouse Employee/ Dock Supervisor

Ace Endico
07.2015 - 01.2019

Master of Arts - Medieval Icelandic Studies

University Of Iceland

Norse Folklore, Viking Studies And Field School

Harvard University

Bachelor of Arts - History

Western Connecticut State University

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