Daria Beecher
Coatesville,PA
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in childcare and food service, notably at The Stepping Stone Group. Proven ability to develop personalized learning strategies and maintain high standards in food preparation. Strong interpersonal skills complemented by culinary expertise, ensuring exceptional service and care for diverse client needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA
The Stepping Stone Group
Coatesville, PA
11.2024 - Current
- Maintained accurate records regarding student progress towards established goals.
- Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
- Assisted in developing individualized behavior plans for autistic children.
- Prepared handouts, study materials and other teaching aids.
- Advised instructor on student behavior or issues requiring immediate attention.
Dining Room
Tel Hai Retirement Community
01.2017 - Current
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Adhered to local, state, and federal regulations related to food handling procedures.
- Treated patients and team members with dignity and respect.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Observed special diets prescribed by physicians or dietitians for individual patients or residents.
Daycare Teacher
Ducklings Early Learning Center
West Chester, PA
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Provided guidance on social development issues such as sharing, following directions.
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
- Taught basic language skills including reading readiness, phonics, writing.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a disciplined and nurturing classroom environment.
- Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
Amazon Warehouse Associate
CTDI
West Chester, PA
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Applied barcodes to cargo and used digital scanners to track and locate materials during transportation.
- Received and processed incoming shipments, verifying accuracy of items against purchase orders.
Hostess
New Britain Inn
01.2020 - 12.2020
- I was a hostess for the bar/restaurant for a couple months until covid happend i was working night shift
- Inspected dining and serving areas for cleanliness and proper setup.
- Tracked seated guests and available seating using computer-based and mobile reservation software.
- Greeted customers and provided them with menus.
Lifetouch Photographer
Lifetouch National Photography
01.2017 - 01.2018
- I was a school photographer for picture days my work was seasonal so it ended quickly
- Set up lights, backdrops, and props for shoots and events.
- Used traditional or digital cameras along with tripods, filters and flash attachments.
- Tested equipment prior to use, verifying good working order.
- Selected and assembled equipment and required background properties.
Housekeeper, Maid
Merry Maids
01.2017 - 12.2017
- House and commercial cleaner
- Communicated with customers about requests for additional supplies or cleaning services.
- Rendered detailed and timely cleaning services while working in fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
- Communicated with maintenance team on damages to repair.
- Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
- Organized, cleaned and sanitized kitchens, bedrooms, living rooms and bathrooms to tidy and eliminate daily germs.
Salad bar tender/ coffee barista
MCcafrey's Supermarket
01.2016 - 01.2017
- I worked both the salad bar and coffee bar and i have a good knowledge of food handling as well
- Greeted customers, took orders and answered questions about menu items.
- Replenished ice at the beverage station regularly throughout the shift.
- Provided accurate information about ingredients in salads and other menu items to customers with allergies or dietary restrictions.
Diet Aide
Foulkeways at Gwynedd
10.2015 - 01.2016
- I was a food server for the residents in the cafe
- Adhered to local, state, and federal regulations related to food handling procedures.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
Dietary Aide
Meadowood Retirement Community
01.2015 - 01.2016
- This was my first job I had after high school. I worked in a secured dementia unit, and I also worked with the residents who had special dietary needs in the hands-on dining rooms. It was my job to serve food to the residents.
- Assisted in menu planning based on resident and patient preferences and dietary requirements.
- Explained food preparation methods and ingredients to enable patrons with food allergies to make educated decisions.
Education
High school diploma -
Montgomery County Community College
Blue Bell, PA01.2015
High school diploma -
Methacton High School
Eagleville, PA06.2014
Culinary Arts Institute
Lansdale, PASkills
- Barista Experience
- Residential Cleaning
- Commercial Cleaning
- Culinary Experience
- Food Preparation
- Cooking
- Host/Hostess
- Childcare
Assessments
- Food safety, Proficient, 11/21, Knowledge of proper food and equipment handling safety measures
- Customer focus & orientation, Highly Proficient, 08/18, Measures a candidate's ability to respond to customer situations with sensitivity.
- Customer service, Familiar, 08/18, Measures a candidate's skill in evaluating approaches to customer service & satisfaction.
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
PCA
The Stepping Stone Group
11.2024 - Current
Daycare Teacher
Ducklings Early Learning Center
01.2022 - 12.2023
Amazon Warehouse Associate
CTDI
11.2021 - 01.2022
Hostess
New Britain Inn
01.2020 - 12.2020
Dining Room
Tel Hai Retirement Community
01.2017 - Current
Lifetouch Photographer
Lifetouch National Photography
01.2017 - 01.2018
Housekeeper, Maid
Merry Maids
01.2017 - 12.2017
Salad bar tender/ coffee barista
MCcafrey's Supermarket
01.2016 - 01.2017
Diet Aide
Foulkeways at Gwynedd
10.2015 - 01.2016
Dietary Aide
Meadowood Retirement Community
01.2015 - 01.2016
High school diploma -
Montgomery County Community College
High school diploma -
Methacton High School
Culinary Arts Institute
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