Proactive and empathetic professional with a background in diverse roles such as Food Service Worker at Jefferson Parish School Board and DSW Worker. Excelled in multitasking and customer service, significantly improving client well-being and operational efficiency. Adept at quick learning and fostering positive environments, consistently achieving and surpassing employer expectations.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Worker
Jefferson Parish School Board
08.1987 - Current
Cleaned and organized kitchen, dining and service areas.
Monitored food quality and freshness throughout day.
Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
Prepared and served various food and drink items to customer specifications in fast-paced environments.
Set up and broke down food service lines quickly to maintain service flow.
Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
DSW Worker
Acumen Fiscal Agency
11.2016 - 05.2024
Improved client well-being by implementing individualized support plans and providing daily assistance.
Facilitated skill-building workshops to increase clients'' independence and selfsufficiency.
Assisted clients per with bathing, dressing, grooming and eating.
Assisted with medication administration under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians to maintain optimal client health outcomes.
Completed home management tasks by preparing meals, grocery shopping and cleaning.
Serviced multiple customers at once, multi-tasked and enthusiastically handled special projects.
DSW Worker
HIC,
01.1990 - 06.2016
Improved client well-being by implementing individualized support plans and providing daily assistance.
Facilitated skill-building workshops to increase clients'' independence and selfsufficiency.
Analyzed overall client performance to recommend specific plan goals.
Promoted a healthy lifestyle among clients by facilitating exercise programs and encouraging balanced nutrition choices.
Assisted clients per with bathing, dressing, grooming and eating.
Dispensed necessary medication to improve client health condition.
Corrected unacceptable behavior through with gentle discipline and feedback to help clients meet necessary house rule requirements.
Completed home management tasks by preparing meals, grocery shopping and cleaning.
Ensured client safety with thorough risk assessments and consistent monitoring of their environment.
Van Driver
TURO SHAKESPEARE NURSING HOME
02.1988 - 10.1999
Maintained vehicle by refueling, performing regular fluid level checks and cleaning interior and exterior of vehicle.
Utilized maps, GPS, landmarks and traffic conditions to expertly navigate to and from destinations efficiently.
Effectively managed challenging behaviors from passengers while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure situations.
Drove smoothly to maintain comfort of clients suffering from disability or injury.
Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
Education
High School Diploma -
O P WALKER HIGH SCHOOL
New Orleans, LA
05-1986
Skills
Quick Learner
Positive Attitude
Multitasking
Customer Service
Strong Communication Skills
Positive Attitude and Energy
Flexible Schedule
Working with Diverse People
Reliability and punctuality
Vehicle maintenance knowledge
Defensive Driving Techniques
Route Planning
Accident prevention strategies
Google Maps
Timeline
DSW Worker
Acumen Fiscal Agency
11.2016 - 05.2024
DSW Worker
HIC,
01.1990 - 06.2016
Van Driver
TURO SHAKESPEARE NURSING HOME
02.1988 - 10.1999
Food Service Worker
Jefferson Parish School Board
08.1987 - Current
High School Diploma -
O P WALKER HIGH SCHOOL
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