Kasi Pavelka
Burgaw,NC
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive animal care expertise from It’s a Zoo Life, skilled in animal training and public education. Proven ability to enhance visitor experiences through engaging tours and effective communication. Committed to conservation and teamwork, consistently improving animal welfare and exhibit design for optimal care and safety.
Overview
2020
2020
years of professional experience
Work History
Zoo Keeper
It’s a Zoo Life
- Maintained safe and clean exhibit areas for animals and visitors through regular upkeep and sanitation procedures.
- Developed strong bonds with individual animals through positive reinforcement training techniques, promoting trust and cooperation.
- Ensured compliance with all regulations governing the ethical treatment of animals under zoo care standards.
- Enhanced visitor experience by conducting informative guided tours, explaining animal behaviors and habitats.
- Improved animal welfare by implementing enrichment programs and providing specialized diets for various species.
- Promoted a positive work environment by effectively communicating with team members, participating in staff meetings, and working collaboratively to achieve department goals.
- Assisted in the safe capture, restraint, and transport of animals when necessary for medical procedures or relocation purposes.
- Assisted with the development of new exhibits or renovations by providing input on species-specific requirements and optimal exhibit design features.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff to administer medications, treatments, and routine health checks for optimal animal care.
Child Actor
Our Wild Life
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Managed time to arrive on set when required to not delay rehearsals and shows.
- Participated in interviews and rehearsals, ensuring a thorough understanding of scripts and character motivations
- Developed strong memorization skills for quick mastery of scripts, enabling efficient preparation for performances.
- Exhibited strong professionalism by maintaining punctuality, preparedness, and open communication throughout all stages of the production
- Traveled to set locations to complete onsite filming.
- Utilized improvisational techniques during live performances when necessary, ensuring seamless continuity on stage or screen.
- Managed time effectively to balance rehearsal schedules, personal preparation, and other commitments.
Restaurant Manager
Abrams BBQ
04.2015 - 2019
- Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
- Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
- Promoted a positive work environment with proactive conflict resolution strategies and team-building activities.
- Enhanced guest experience by regularly reviewing feedback and implementing necessary improvements.
- Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
- Improved overall customer satisfaction by implementing new service standards and staff training programs.
- Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.
Education
Certification of Graduation -
Dillons Aviation Ground School
Greenville Airport, NC South West Edgecombe
Pinetops, NC2017
Skills
- Animal care expertise
- Exhibit design
- Conservation awareness
- Behavior observation
- Public education
- Animal training
- Animal handling
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Honest and dependable
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Human and animal safety
- Relationship building
Timeline
Child Actor
Our Wild Life
09.2018 - 09.2019
Restaurant Manager
Abrams BBQ
04.2015 - 2019
Zoo Keeper
It’s a Zoo Life
Certification of Graduation -
Dillons Aviation Ground School
South West Edgecombe
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