Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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DeLacey Gaston

Americus,KS

Summary

CPR/AED Certification

-Certified July 2025 for both children and adults.

Mental Health First Aid Certification

-Certified September 2015

Employee of the Month

-Emporia Presbyterian Manor (July 2019)

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Janitor

USD 253 Emporia Public School Disctrict
01.2026 - Current
  • Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
  • Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
  • Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
  • Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.

Housekeeper

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites
05.2025 - 09.2025
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
  • Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
  • Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.

Housekeeping Supervisor

Holiday Inn Express Hotel
07.2023 - 11.2023
  • Ordered housekeeping supplies and guest toiletries.
  • Worked with front desk to respond promptly to all guest requests.
  • Increased employee performance through effective supervision and training.
  • Conducted regular room inspections to verify compliance with housekeeping standards.
  • Collaborated with management to develop long-term strategies for housekeeping and janitorial department.
  • Supervised team of housekeeping and janitorial workers to meet highest quality of cleanliness and safety standards.
  • Conducted regular audits of public spaces and staff work areas to maximize quality control.
  • Trained and mentored new staff on cleaning and safety protocols.

Housekeeper

Holiday Inn Express Hotel
03.2022 - 07.2023

Maintained cleanliness in guest rooms and common areas, making beds, replenishing guest supplies.

Housekeeper

Presbyterian Manor of Emporia
07.2017 - 03.2022

Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents in line with federal, state, and local regulations.

Attendant Care Worker

Crosswinds
09.2015 - 07.2017

Provide quality direct support and supervision to agency clients with the intent to assist clients in daily living activities, teaching clients to live independently in the community, and prevent/reduce hospitalization.

Meat and Deli Department Manager

Walmart
06.2004 - 06.2014
  • Developed and implemented systems to maintained accurate records of product costs, production and losses.
  • Contributed to schedule creation and set daily priorities for supervisory staff.
  • Developed and implemented standard and special menu items and deli selections.
  • Negotiated with suppliers for favorable pricing and delivery schedules.

Team Member

Burger King
05.2001 - 06.2004
  • Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
  • Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.

Education

BA Business - Technical Certificate in BAT

Flint Hills Technical College
3301 West 18th Street, Emporia, Kansas 66801
05.2004

High School Diploma -

Chase County JR/SR High School
600 Main Street, Cottonwood Falls, Kansas 66845
05.2003

Skills

Customer service, interpersonal relationships, communication, team building, inventory/ordering and training

Certification

  • CPR/AED Certified for both adults and children July 2025
  • Mental Health First Aid Certified September 2015
  • Presbyterian Manor Employee of the Month: July 2022

Timeline

Janitor

USD 253 Emporia Public School Disctrict
01.2026 - Current

Housekeeper

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites
05.2025 - 09.2025

Housekeeping Supervisor

Holiday Inn Express Hotel
07.2023 - 11.2023

Housekeeper

Holiday Inn Express Hotel
03.2022 - 07.2023

Housekeeper

Presbyterian Manor of Emporia
07.2017 - 03.2022

Attendant Care Worker

Crosswinds
09.2015 - 07.2017

Meat and Deli Department Manager

Walmart
06.2004 - 06.2014

Team Member

Burger King
05.2001 - 06.2004

BA Business - Technical Certificate in BAT

Flint Hills Technical College

High School Diploma -

Chase County JR/SR High School
DeLacey Gaston