Jemima Dessaint
Pembroke Pines
Summary
Compassionate, reliable, and detail-oriented professional with diverse experience in customer service, childcare, food-service, and administrative support. Strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and ability to work under pressure make me well-suited to providing compassionate care, safety supervision, and consistent support in residential or group-care settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Shift Leader
Everglades High School
09.2024 - Current
- Prepared nutritious, balanced meals for large numbers of students under tight time schedules.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and kitchen organization.
- Managed meal preparation and kitchen workflow efficiently during busy service periods.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff and school personnel to meet dietary needs and school meal standards — demonstrating reliability, teamwork, and care for wellbeing.
Cashier
Chevron
03.2023 - 07.2024
- Balanced cash drawer at beginning and end of each shift; processed transactions quickly and accurately using POS systems.
- Maintained clean, organized checkout and sales areas; restocked merchandise during slower periods.
- Delivered efficient, courteous customer service to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
Sales Associate
Elegant Beauty Supply
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided customers with product information, recommendations, and promoted loyalty and promotions programs to increase sales.
- Ensured accuracy in cash handling and register totals; maintained organized and well-stocked store environment.
- Delivered friendly, helpful customer service and supported store operations.
Medical Front Office Receptionist
DENTAL SPA
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Handled patient registration, insurance verification, billing follow-up, and payment collection.
- Prepared appointment documentation, maintained organized patient records, and ensured confidentiality.
- Demonstrated professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to communicate clearly with patients and medical staff.
Private Nanny
PRIVATE CLIENT
11.2018 - 03.2021
- Ensured children’s safety at home, during transport, and in public; maintained hazard-free living and play areas.
- Assisted with homework and school projects, provided emotional support, and promoted daily structure/routines.
- Supported development of social and emotional wellbeing through patient guidance
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
CLARA BARTON HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS
BROOKLYN, NY06.2016
Skills
- Client & resident support, care, and supervision
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Safety awareness and accountability
- Multitasking & time-management under pressure
- Adaptability and quick learning
- Record-keeping and documentation
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Creole
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cook Shift Leader
Everglades High School
09.2024 - Current
Cashier
Chevron
03.2023 - 07.2024
Sales Associate
Elegant Beauty Supply
11.2022 - 03.2023
Medical Front Office Receptionist
DENTAL SPA
03.2020 - 03.2021
Private Nanny
PRIVATE CLIENT
11.2018 - 03.2021
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
CLARA BARTON HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS