Barbara Chwastowska
London
Summary
Aspiring Psychology graduate with a keen interest in how psychological principles can transform both individual wellbeing and organisational culture. Strong foundation in collaborative learning and problem-solving. Interested in the intersection of psychology, business, and AI, exploring how data-driven insights can improve HR practices and employee engagement. Effective communication and creativity developed through participation in workshops aimed at promoting higher education access.
Eager to learn on the job and help build solutions to challenging problems. Looking for a place where I can combine my knowledge in psychology with my interest in AI and be exposed to real-world HR processes and projects.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Member
Napiers The Herbalists
Edinburgh
11.2025 - Current
- Delivered high-quality customer service by maintaining deep product knowledge to ensure safe and effective recommendations.
- Managed POS operations, sales transactions and inventory while maintaining shop floor presentation.
- Collaborated with medical herbalists and clinic staff to facilitate client referrals and ensure a seamless transition between retail and clinical care.
Event Staff/Waitress
By Word of Mouth
London
05.2025 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive waitering services, ensuring guest satisfaction while adapting to fast-paced settings.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless event execution in dynamic environments.
- Managed wine and alcohol service.
Team member
Creams Cafe
Kentish Town, London
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Served customers, prepared dishes, operated commercial cooking equipment.
- Used POS system to enter orders and process payments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology (BSc Hons)
University of Edinburgh
2028
IB - Diploma Programme
Halcyon International School London
2024
MYP programme -
Dwight School London
London2022
Skills
- Proficient use of AI tools in enhancing creative and productivity workflows
- Communication skills developed through pleasant interactions with customers
- Leadership seen through taking initiative in psychological lab projects, and effectively organising tasks
- Proven ability to be both adaptive and creative by efficiently resolving unforeseen challenges encountered during the organisation of a Visual Arts Exhibition, and in catering
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Polish
Proficient
C2
Spanish
Upper Intermediate
B2
Community Service
- LEAPS Edinburgh Volunteer Staff: Facilitated workshops for secondary school students to promote higher education access. Provided guidance and support based on personal knowledge and experience. 2025 - present
- Enable Volunteering, Edinburgh, 2024 - present
- Fernbank Care Home, Finchley Central, 2021 - 2023
- Homeless Action in Barnet Ltd, Organisation of food banks, 2021 - 2022
Accomplishments
- InvestIN education: Young Psychologist Programme (UCL), March 2022
- Growth & Art Workshop – Bema20, July 2024
- UKMT Silver certificate, 2022
- Scholarship awarded for academic and musical achievements, 2021- 2022
- Level 1 Food Hygiene and Safety for Catering – Train4Academy Lt, 2025
- Growth & Art Workshop, Bema20, July 2024
Timeline
Staff Member
Napiers The Herbalists
11.2025 - Current
Event Staff/Waitress
By Word of Mouth
05.2025 - Current
Team member
Creams Cafe
02.2022 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology (BSc Hons)
University of Edinburgh
IB - Diploma Programme
Halcyon International School London
MYP programme -
Dwight School London