Deanna Varnado
New Orleans,LA
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Pet Sitter
My Own Small Business
New Orleans, LA
03.2021 - 01.2023
- Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
- Cleaned out and scooped litter trays and food and water bowls to provide clean environment for pets.
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
- Gave medication to pets following guidelines from owners.
- Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
- Provided daily physical exercise, mental stimulation and socialization to keep pets healthy and ward off unwanted behavior.
- Identified potential signs of aggression and anxiety in pets and took necessary steps to minimize any risks.
Grill Cook
Bumpers Drive In
Quitman, MS
05.1999 - 02.2000
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment regularly.
- Maintained clean, organized grill stations for hygienic, orderly food preparation.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Established and maintained productive staff relationships for positive working environments.
- Stored and handled goods correctly to maintain freshness and condition.
- Restocked and rotated food items according to expiry dates to minimize waste.
- Cooked regular menu items and seasonal offerings according to corporate standards and guidelines.
- Checked each food item for freshness and provided feedback to kitchen supervisor for removal.
Food Preparation Worker
Carmicheal's Italian Restaraunt
New Orleans, LA
08.1997 - 02.1998
- Sanitized work surfaces between food preparation, avoiding cross-contamination and maintaining food safety guidelines.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Demonstrated punctuality and reliability in consistently arriving for scheduled shifts to meet service demands.
- Kept workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked.
- Packaged and stored food products following proper handling and preservation methods.
- Supported kitchen team by being responsive and pitching in to complete tasks.
- Maintained organization in kitchen to keep track of multiple tasks and prepare meals correctly.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
Education
No Degree - Office Occupational Skills
Louisiana Community And Technical College System
Saint Gabriel, LA07.2020
Timeline
Pet Sitter
My Own Small Business
03.2021 - 01.2023
Grill Cook
Bumpers Drive In
05.1999 - 02.2000
Food Preparation Worker
Carmicheal's Italian Restaraunt
08.1997 - 02.1998
No Degree - Office Occupational Skills
Louisiana Community And Technical College System