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Ahmadou Mbow

Ahmadou Mbow

Holt,Michigan

Summary

Dynamic caregiver with a proven track record at Vista Springs Holland Meadows, enhancing teamwork and reducing food waste through effective portion control. Skilled in meal preparation and compassionate communication, I excel in fostering a supportive environment while ensuring high-quality care and safety standards. Committed to delivering exceptional patient companionship and emotional support.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Vista Springs Living
  • Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
  • Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between home care settings by coordinating services and communicating effectively with all parties involved.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
  • Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
  • Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
  • Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
  • Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.

Forklift Operator

Meijers Warehouse
10.2016 - 08.2019
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
  • Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
  • Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
  • Improved menu offerings, incorporating seasonal ingredients and innovative cooking methods.
  • Developed and maintained clean and organized kitchen workspace, setting standard for team.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure timely meal preparation, even during peak hours.
  • Optimized use of kitchen equipment to speed up cooking times without compromising food quality.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
  • Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
  • Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
  • Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
  • Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
  • Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
  • Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Expedited order fulfillment with proficient navigation of narrow aisles during the picking process without causing damage or delays.
  • Prevented stock discrepancies by performing routine inventory checks using both manual methods and automated systems.
  • Streamlined order processing by accurately updating inventory management software.
  • Improved team coordination, leading to faster loading and unloading times by effectively communicating with warehouse staff.
  • Facilitated prompt shipping, executing precise and timely order fulfillment.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency, regularly updating skills through company-provided training sessions.
  • Facilitated collaborative work environment, readily assisting colleagues in heavy lifting tasks.
  • Reduced instances of stock discrepancies, meticulously tracking goods received against purchase orders.
  • Contributed to warehouse organization by efficiently utilizing storage spaces and aisles.
  • Optimized fuel usage and maintenance costs by operating forklifts in economical manner.
  • Increased storage efficiency with strategic pallet stacking and goods placement.
  • Enhanced safety on warehouse floor by conducting daily pre-operation forklift inspections.
  • Maintained clean and safe work environment, contributing to reduction in workplace accidents.
  • Supported continuous operation by performing minor maintenance on forklifts, preventing downtime.
  • Achieved high levels of product security by following best practices in cargo handling.
  • Promoted culture of safety, conducting informal peer training on forklift operation safety standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects efficiently and effectively.
  • Reduced product damage by adhering to strict handling and lifting protocols.
  • Increased operational flexibility by obtaining certifications for various types of forklifts.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring that goods were handled with care, minimizing returns due to damage.
  • Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
  • Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
  • Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
  • Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
  • Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.

Cook

Zaytoon Mediterranean Wraps
01.2024 - Current
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
  • Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
  • Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
  • Improved menu offerings, incorporating seasonal ingredients and innovative cooking methods.
  • Developed and maintained clean and organized kitchen workspace, setting standard for team.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure timely meal preparation, even during peak hours.
  • Optimized use of kitchen equipment to speed up cooking times without compromising food quality.

Machine Operator

Avancez
02.2022 - 12.2023
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.

Forklift Driver

Meridian Magnesium
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with precision, minimizing damage to products during transport.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Safely transported valuable goods while adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by expertly operating forklifts to move, stack, and organize materials.

Education

Medical Assisting - Medical Assistant

Ross Medical Education Center
Lansing, MI

Bachelor Of Management - Hotelier

IMH ( INSTITUTE SUPERIOR OF HOTEL MANAGEMENT
Senegal/Dakar
07.2009

Baccalaureate - General Studies

Galandou Diouf
Senegal/ Dakar
07.2003

Skills

  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Time management
  • Elderly care
  • Problem-solving
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Patient care
  • Daily living assistance
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Basic housekeeping
  • Emotional support
  • Housekeeping
  • Strong ethics
  • Meal preparation
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Relationship building
  • Compassionate care
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • First aid and safety
  • Flexible schedule and availability
  • Patient companionship
  • Compassionate communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Medication and appointment reminders
  • Supportive companionship
  • Direct patient care
  • Behavioral management
  • Mobility assistance
  • Heavy lifting
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • PPE usage
  • Language fluency
  • Physical therapy support
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Active listening
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Safety awareness
  • Social interaction
  • Conflict resolution
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Stress management
  • At-home care instruction
  • Empathetic listening
  • Autism support
  • Community activities
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Dining room support
  • Fast learner
  • Attentive to people

Languages

French
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Cook

Zaytoon Mediterranean Wraps
01.2024 - Current

Machine Operator

Avancez
02.2022 - 12.2023

Forklift Driver

Meridian Magnesium
01.2021 - 12.2021

Forklift Operator

Meijers Warehouse
10.2016 - 08.2019

Medical Assisting - Medical Assistant

Ross Medical Education Center

Bachelor Of Management - Hotelier

IMH ( INSTITUTE SUPERIOR OF HOTEL MANAGEMENT

Baccalaureate - General Studies

Galandou Diouf

Caregiver

Vista Springs Living

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