Grace Cuddihy
Edinburgh,EDH
Summary
I am a dedicated professional with a strong background in cultural heritage preservation and historic tourism. I have a proven ability to engage diverse audiences through public speaking, and to collaborate effectively with teams to deliver exceptional service, and preserve significant cultural narratives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hostel Manager
Haka House Hostels
05.2024 - 12.2025
- Managed daily operations of hostel facilities and guest services.
- Assisted guests with inquiries, providing local information and recommendations.
- Created monthly reports documenting occupancy rates, revenue targets, expenses.
- Ensured the hostel was clean and well-maintained by regularly inspecting rooms and common areas.
- Delivered exceptional service to every customer through active engagement, effective listening and well-developed interpersonal skills.
- Built and maintained productive relationships with employees.
- Responsible for recruiting, hiring, training, scheduling, and disciplining employees.
Field Archaeologist
International Antarctic Centre
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Documented findings through detailed field notes and photographs.
- Collaborated with team members to analyze collected data efficiently.
- Assisted in preparing materials for laboratory analysis and curation.
- Researched historical context to support excavation strategies and interpretations.
- Collected, analyzed, and documented data from field excavations.
Tour Guide
AAT Kings
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Shared engaging stories about local culture and history during tours.
- Ensured safety and comfort of all guests throughout the tour experience.
- Maintained knowledge of current events, local attractions, and travel trends.
- Maintained a positive attitude and enthusiasm when interacting with guests.
- Displayed strong public speaking and communication skills to facilitate high quality guest tours.
Consulting Archaeologist
Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Conducted archaeological surveys in culturally significant areas of the national park.
- Collaborated with Indigenous communities to preserve cultural heritage and practices.
- Analyzed artifacts and samples using field equipment and laboratory techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of archaeological sites and artifact collections.
- Developed strategies for the conservation and management of cultural heritage sites.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Archaeology
University of Notre Dame
Fremantle, Australia11-2021
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Notre Dame
Fremantle, Australia11-2021
Skills
- Archaeological methods
- Public speaking
- Customer service
- Historical research
- Tour operations
- Cultural preservation
Certification
- Senior First Aid Certificate 2025
Timeline
Field Archaeologist
International Antarctic Centre
10.2024 - 01.2025
Hostel Manager
Haka House Hostels
05.2024 - 12.2025
Tour Guide
AAT Kings
08.2022 - 10.2022
Consulting Archaeologist
Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park
05.2022 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Archaeology
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Notre Dame