Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.I have 4 years experience working in child care
and in hotel style cooking.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Provider
Boys And Girls Club
Sioux Falls, SD
04.2021 - Current
Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
Childcare Provider
First Adventure Learning Center
Sioux Falls, SD
08.2020 - 04.2022
Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
Logged information regarding naps, feedings and any medications administered.
Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
Hospitality Worker
Fairfield Inn And Suites Marriott
Sioux Falls, SD
08.2016 - 04.2020
Identified and resolved customer complaints concerning food or lodging.
Established unique service goals to each venue to provide constant and excellent service.
Assisted in setting up banquet tables and chairs for seamless events.
Delivered excellent customer service to support company reputation and patron satisfaction.
Greeted guests with friendly and professional acknowledgment to build rapport.
Performed general cleaning by sweeping and mopping floors, washing dishes and emptying trash.
Communicated with customers to promptly resolve complaints and address inquiries.
Reduced risks by maintaining clean and organised work environment.
Observed established health and safety regulations to safeguard teams and guests.
Trained new staff members on proper customer service and hospitality policies.
Assisted in setting up and breaking down banquet events.
Prepared food and beverages and verified adherence of quality and safe food-handling standards.
Enforced policies and procedures to increase efficiency.
Trained new staff members in customer service techniques and hotel operations.
Developed and maintained positive relationships with guests for satisfaction.
Cook's Assistant
Culver’s
Sioux Falls, SD
05.2014 - 07.2016
Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
Worked with chef to prepare daily food specials and other supplies.
Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Removed expired food and beverages from storage and reviewed inventory for upcoming expirations dates.
Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Worked on salads, desserts and meat preparation to increase kitchen speed.
Removed trash and cleaned kitchen garbage containers.
Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
Lifted and carried heavy materials.
Used manual or electric appliances to clean, peel, slice and trim foods.
Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.