TABASSUM SHAIKH

(647) 394–7864 ▪ txbxssum@gmail.com ▪ 3023 McNaughton Ave. Mississauga, Ontario, L4T1R8

January 29, 2024

Costco Wholesale
2260 Islington Ave.
Toronto, ON M9W 3W8

Dear Hiring Manager,

I am ecstatic to learn that Costco is hiring for a Baker. As someone with a strong passion for baking, years of
experience with home baking, and who is currently enrolled in Humber College’s baking program, I am a perfect fit
for this role.

To begin, I am currently a student at Humber College in the Baking and Pastry Arts Management program. Within
this program, I have created a variety of cakes, cookies, pastries, and breads. I have prepared batters, frostings,
and fillings for baked goods. I have also used commercial equipment such as an industrial dough mixer, a
commercial dough cutter, and large planetary mixers. Furthermore, I have learned how to accurately adjust recipe
formulas for alternate yield. My education at Humber has provided me with a thorough experience in commercial
baking which will allow me to work effectively as a Baker at Costco.

Moreover, I have been baking at home for more than 10 years. My passion for baking started when I was young. I
began baking in middle school, occasionally at home, but also during class baking days where we would make
cakes and cookies. During high school, I took baking courses which gave me more professional baking experience
and knowledge. I often baked cakes and pastries at home to share with family and friends. These years of
experience will allow me to catch on to tasks quickly. I will dedicate my utmost effort to the tasks at hand, given my
deep passion for this field of work.

In addition, I have past work and volunteer experience that will allow me to work alongside others effectively. I have
worked in my high school’s restaurant in various roles such as cashier, waiter, and plater. These positions taught
me how to work in a fast-paced environment specifically in a kitchen. Furthermore, I have worked various
administrative roles in demanding environments. I have also worked alongside people of various age groups,
allowing me to develop excellent communication skills, and great customer service skills. Overall, I have the
competencies needed to provide amazing service to Costco members, while also working quickly and efficiently as
a Baker.

To conclude, I have what it takes to succeed in this position. I have years of experience baking, and a strong
passion for this line of work. Though my experience working in a professional bakery setting is limited, I believe I
have learned a lot as a student at Humber College. I am a quick learner, so I can easily settle into the position and
its expectations. I believe that I will be an extremely valuable addition to your organization.

Thank you in advance for your thoughtful consideration. I hope to hear from you soon with more information
regarding the human resource assistant.

Sincerely,

Tabassum Shaikh
 TABASSUM SHAIKH
(647) 394–7864 ▪ txbxssum@gmail.com ▪ 3023 McNaughton Ave. Mississauga, Ontario, L4T1R8

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of home baking experience making cakes and cookies

• 2 years of professional baking experience, making cakes, cookies, and pastries in a certified bake class
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, Google Suite applications, and Zoom
• Fluent in English, Urdu, and Hindi, and limited working proficiency in French
• 5+ years of experience working with youth & community members, and clerical & administrative work experience

EDUCATION

Baking and Pastry Arts Management Diploma January 2023 – Present

Humber College, Toronto, Ontario
Bachelor of Commerce w/ Honors, Management (Co-op) September 2019 – December 2022
Minors: Human Resources, Marketing
University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario

WORK EXPERIENCE

Human Resources Assistant May 2023 – Present

IGNITE
• Spearhead projects to improve employee motivation including stocking of the staff kitchen, creation of a rewards
& recognition program, and creation of an company awards ceremony
• Assist with the onboarding and offboarding of employees
• Use HRIS systems like HUMI and Ameego to keep track of employee information, create performance
evaluations, and track the progress of recruitment and selection
• Assist with payroll processing of 70-80 employees
Teaching Assistant September 2022 – December 2022
University of Guelph Department of Management
• Graded discussion posts and assignments completed by students, and provided feedback on work
• Invigilated tests and exams, ensuring that no academic dishonesty occurred
• Answered student emails and inquiries
General Accountant May 2022 – September 2022
The Reena Group
• Learned to proficiently use accounting softwares SAGE, Xero, and Cliniko
• Inputted 80-100 invoices, and 20-40 cheques/receipts per week into accounting softwares
• Analyzed output data on Excel and create summary tables or summary charts with relevant information
• Organized and filed paper documents, and maintained all accounting records
Homework Club Tutor December 2021 – February 2022
Ontario Learning Development Foundation Inc.
• Worked with Ontario students from kindergarten to grade 12 to complete homework assigned from school
• Did additional activities with students to further enhance their knowledge in English and math
• Acted as a mentor to students who needed support, guidance, advice, and feedback
Operations Associate June 2021 – December 2021
Knowledge First Financial
• Worked in a fast-paced environment with sensitive and confidential information
• Processed 40-80 documents per day with a monthly quality score above 95
• Verified RESP documents including maturity, EAP, government grants, AIP, RRSP, plan transfers, and banking
• Performed administrative tasks like writing and sending emails, letters, and faxes; calling clients and other
financial institutions; and entering data into computer systems to enhance operations of the company
 TABASSUM SHAIKH
(647) 394–7864 ▪ txbxssum@gmail.com ▪ 3023 McNaughton Ave. Mississauga, Ontario, L4T1R8

EXTRACURRICULAR + VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

General Member September 2020 – December 2022

University of Guelph Lang Business School’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Council
• Work with other members to establish a new committee at U of G that includes staff and students
• Work towards creating plans for more equitable change at the University and track progress of projects
• Communicate with student body and council members to determine changes to be made
Treasurer September 2019 – August 2021
U of G’s Muslim Students’ Association
• Managed banking and finances by keeping records of spending and savings on Microsoft Excel, issuing cheques
and payments, collecting and depositing earnings, and maintaining a positive net value
• Supported other team members with their responsibilities when assistance was needed
President September 2017 – June 2019
Student Activity Council
• Scheduled meetings and created an agenda that was distributed to council members prior to meeting times
• Participated in event planning management, preparing a list of resources and delegating tasks to members
• Collaborated and communicated with staff, students, and parents during council meetings and school events
Public Relations/Social Media Coordinator September 2016 – June 2017
Student Activity Council
• Communicated and collaborated with other clubs and teams, the student body, and staff
• Received and responded to messages on different social media platforms
• Created physical and online posters and banners to promote events and activities
Kitchen Help/Cashier September 2015 – June 2018
Lynx Den & Grill - Lincoln M. Alexander Secondary School
• Work in various positions such as cashier, waiter, dish washer, and plater
• Served 10-20 customers per day as waiter, and plated dishes as well
• Processed 10-20 transactions per day as cashier
Office & Teaching Assistant September 2015 – June 2019
Peel District School Board – International Languages Classes
• Performed administrative tasks including filing, answering phone calls, printing, and photocopying
• Worked in a classroom setting with students from Kindergarten to Grade 8
• Facilitated learning activities, aided the teacher with lessons, and marked assignments and tests

CERTIFICATIONS AND AWARDS

Dean’s Honour List @ Humber College April 2023 – Present

Foodservice Safety & Sanitation Certificate April 2023
Dean’s Honour List @ University of Guelph January 2020 – December 2022
Certificate of Core French Studies June 2019
Ontario Principals’ Council Award June 2019
Principal’s Award June 2019
Ontario Scholar June 2019
Academic Excellence in French June 2019
Academic Excellence in University English June 2019

REFERENCES

Jordyn Dias-McGown – jordyn@ignitestudentlife.com

Alastair Grey – alastair.gray@humber.ca
 TABASSUM SHAIKH
(647) 394–7864 ▪ txbxssum@gmail.com ▪ 3023 McNaughton Ave. Mississauga, Ontario, L4T1R8

January 29, 2024

Costco Wholesale
2260 Islington Ave.
Toronto, ON M9W 3W8

Re: Baker

Dear Hiring Manager,

It was a pleasure meeting with you earlier this week during my interview for the Baker position at Costco. I would
like to thank you for your time and for providing me an opportunity to speak with you. I would also like to commend
your dedication and hard work into finding the right candidate for this position.

Our meeting has further piqued my interest in working at Costco as a Baker. Given my years of experience in
baking, as well as my formal education, I believe I would fit right in with the company. I am a quick learner, and
have a preference for more fast-paced work environments, so I would love to join the team.

Once again, I would like to thank you for the opportunity to have an interview with you. If you require any additional
information or materials from me, please reach out. I hope to hear from you soon!

Kind regards,

Tabassum Shaikh