Erin Hauser
Decorah,IA
Summary
Experienced Kennel Worker with expertise in obedience training and animal behavior. Thoughtful and compassionate when interacting with animals both big and small. Skilled in developing mental and physical exercise routines for dogs. Reliable and punctual Animal Care team member with proven skills cleaning animal areas, coordinating inventory and managing animal needs with care and compassion. Highly organized and hardworking with good communication and multitasking abilities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Worker
Turn Key Ridge Labradors
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Ensured animal safety with proper handling techniques and adherence to facility guidelines.
- Improved kennel cleanliness by maintaining a strict schedule of sanitation and disinfection procedures.
- Demonstrated compassion toward all animals in our care regardless of breed or background while treating them with respect and dignity.
- Cared for physical and psychological needs of animals with regular walks and playtime.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by embracing teamwork, demonstrating flexibility in daily tasks, and supporting colleagues in their responsibilities.
- Expedited emergency situations by remaining calm under pressure, quickly assessing circumstances, and taking appropriate action as needed.
- Implemented effective record-keeping systems to track animals'' care progress and ensure efficient communication among team members.
- Reduced stress levels among boarding animals with consistent routines and calming enrichment activities.
- Enhanced animal well-being by providing daily care, including feeding, cleaning, grooming, and exercising.
- Promoted good hygiene in animals by seeing to grooming needs.
- Contributed to efficient operations by updating records, managing inventory, and communicating effectively with team members.
Line Cook
McDonald's
06.2019 - 10.2021
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
Education
No Degree - Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Luther College
Decorah, IA05.2028
High School Diploma -
Central Community Jr-Sr High School
Elkader, IA05.2024
Skills
- Patience and Perseverance
- Sanitation Procedures
- Sanitation
- Scheduling appointments
- Animal Grooming
- Animal handling expertise
- Record Keeping Abilities
- Dietary Needs
- Feeding and nutrition
- Obedience training
- Non-verbal communication
- Care Monitoring
Timeline
Kennel Worker
Turn Key Ridge Labradors
08.2022 - 08.2024
Line Cook
McDonald's
06.2019 - 10.2021
No Degree - Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Luther College
High School Diploma -
Central Community Jr-Sr High School
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