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Cameron Ancona

Machesney Park,IL

Summary

Dedicated worker possessing skilled in addressing and resolving conflicts to maintain team harmony and performance. Offering 2 years of experience leading talented teams and exceeding objectives. Background includes strong history in customer satisfactions, keeping a safe and sanitary workplace, and strong communication with the teammates.

Dependable and skillful in handling animals up to many different pounds. Demonstrated history of building strong client relationships and bonds with pets. Maintains order when caring for multiple animals with diverse temperaments. Committed and compassionate Kennel Technician providing quality care for animals. Proficient in animal safety protocols and possesses excellent communication and customer service skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Kennel Technician

Winnebago County Animal Services
07.2024 - Current
  • Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
  • Maintained clean and sanitary living conditions for animals, reducing stress and promoting overall wellbeing.
  • Enhanced animal socialization skills through daily interaction and playtime activities.
  • Implemented efficient feeding schedules, ensuring all animals received proper nutrition on a timely basis.
  • Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
  • Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
  • Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
  • Monitored animal behavior closely, identifying potential issues and reporting them to facility management for further evaluation.
  • Improved animal health by administering medications and vaccinations as directed by veterinarians.
  • Performed pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies, and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
  • Followed strict disease control protocols during cleaning tasks, minimizing risk of illness transmission among shelter population.

Person in Charge

Jimmy John's
07.2021 - 06.2024
  • Provided guidance and support for personnel as needed.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.

Crew Member

MOD Pizza
03.2021 - 10.2021
  • Served food quickly for positive guest experiences.
  • Kept restaurant lobby, front counter and restrooms neat and clean throughout shift.
  • Being in an environment that serves hot food, I had to be very aware of my surroundings.
  • Crafted pizzas using proper amount of dough and quantities of toppings according to specifications.
  • Used pizza cutter to slice whole pizzas according to customer size specifications.
  • Stocked and managed inventory items using First-In First Out (FIFO) method to use products prior to expiration and reduce food waste.

Sandwich Artist

Subway
01.2020 - 12.2020
  • Completed opening, closing and shift change tasks by following company guidelines.
  • Used POS system and cash register to receive payments by cash, check, credit card and voucher.
  • Restocked counter supplies and condiment stations, cleaned windows and emptied trash cans during slow periods.
  • Prepared sandwiches using assortment of meats, veggies and other ingredients to meet customer specifications.
  • Verified orders and bagged items for easy transport.
  • Answered guest questions, delivering most accurate and updated information available.
  • Informed customers of regular deals or monthly specials to upsell orders.
  • Operated cash register to accept cash or credit card payment and issue receipt for transaction.

Waitress

Speakeasy Bar & Grill
04.2016 - 01.2017
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Communicated with kitchen staff to stay updated on item availability and customer wait times.
  • Presented food and beverages to guests at tables.
  • Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Rolled silverware and set up food stations and dining areas to prepare for next shift or large parties.
  • Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
  • Prepared salads, appetizers, and garnishes to assist kitchen staff.
  • Communicated daily specials to customers.
  • Provided accurate change for cash transactions using a cash register system.

Education

High School Diploma -

Harlem High School
06-2018

Skills

    • Effective Leadership
    • Staff Development
    • Team Management
    • Inventory Control
    • Strategic Planning
    • Staff Management
    • Complex Problem-Solving
    • Training and mentoring
      • Patience and resilience
      • Sanitation protocols
      • Behavior Observation
      • Safety Monitoring
      • Animal Restraint Techniques
      • Animal Observations
      • Dependable and Responsible

Artistic

I love to draw and paint. I use different types of art techniques to try out new abilities that would help finish my piece. I like to use my artistic eye for the real world as well, with different solving problems. I like to think art can be applied to everything, even without drawing.

Timeline

Kennel Technician

Winnebago County Animal Services
07.2024 - Current

Person in Charge

Jimmy John's
07.2021 - 06.2024

Crew Member

MOD Pizza
03.2021 - 10.2021

Sandwich Artist

Subway
01.2020 - 12.2020

Waitress

Speakeasy Bar & Grill
04.2016 - 01.2017

High School Diploma -

Harlem High School
Cameron Ancona