Amanda Paquette
Providence
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Meridian Senior Living, enhancing resident wellness through creative activities and daily life enrichment. Excelled in roles from Life Inspired Aide to Dining Room Supervisor, showcasing exceptional team leadership and conflict resolution skills. Expert in organizing and fostering a kind, supportive environment for residents, staff, and families.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Life Inspired Aide
Meridian Senior Living
11.2018 - Current
- Assisted Residents with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Observed and monitored and created new activities in my community.
- Offered caring companionship and emotional support to residents and staff.
- Assisted Residents in both Memory Care and Assisted Living.
- Learned basic knowledge of Alzheimer's Disease
Dishwasher
Meridian Senior Living
11.2018 - Current
- Helped team meet expected demands by restocking work areas throughout the kitchen such as dry storage, walk-ins and cleaning supplies
- Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
- Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet residents needs.
- Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents, and sanitizers to protect residents health.
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for all demands.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
Memory Care Server
Meridian Senior Living
11.2018 - Current
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Served and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Maintained a safe and appropriate dining experience for all (using colorful dishes, not allowing hazardous objects in the dining room)
- Assisted residents in dining room reset and cleaning. Including them in all that I did.
- Ensured residents were presented with two options they can see and pick from.
Dining Room Supervisor
Meridian Senior Living
11.2018 - Current
- Coordinated high-quality dining services to meet or exceed residents expectations, enforcing quality standards.
- Circulated throughout dining room to assess general satisfaction of guests and identify appropriate opportunities to ask guests about dining experiences.
- Trained, managed and scheduled dining staff, distributing hours, and assignments to leverage strengths of individual team members.
- Communicated effectively with dining staff and other departments alike to promote awareness to dining room policies and standard operating procedures.
- Handled Dissatisfied Residents personally and ensured all dining room staff we aware of any changes or new protocols.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hamilton High School
Sussex, WI06-2006
Skills
- Daily life enrichment tailored for each resident or resident groups
- Creative activities
- Book keeping
- Organizing events
- Team player
- Conflict resolution
- KINDNESS
- Ready for questions from residents, staff and family members
Timeline
Life Inspired Aide
Meridian Senior Living
11.2018 - Current
Dishwasher
Meridian Senior Living
11.2018 - Current
Memory Care Server
Meridian Senior Living
11.2018 - Current
Dining Room Supervisor
Meridian Senior Living
11.2018 - Current
High School Diploma -
Hamilton High School
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