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Kaylee Huinker

Grimes,IA

Summary

Compassionate Respite Caregiver with background in providing high-quality care for individual requiring assistance due to age and disability. Strengths include patience, empathy and resilience along with solid knowledge of basic health care tasks. Previous work has involved creating comfortable environments for patients, promoting mental engagement, customer service, and interaction with customers in a professional guest service setting.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Respite Caregiver

Veridian
Grimes, IA
03.2022 - Current
  • Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
  • Performed cooking, cleaning, and washing linens.
  • Assisted patients with hygiene, diet and mobility practices.
  • Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
  • Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
  • Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Provided home care and worked at care facilities.
  • Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.

Guest Service Coworker

Kwik Star
Grimes, IA
06.2020 - Current
  • Promoted high level of guest satisfaction through genuine, enthusiastic and friendly interactions.
  • Performed daily inspections of all common areas to ensure cleanliness standards were met.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
  • Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen.
  • Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
  • Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
  • Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
  • Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming shifts.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
  • Requested supplies and equipment orders, explaining needs to managers.
  • Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.

Hostess

Trostel's Greenbriar
Johnston, IA
08.2020 - 12.2020
  • Assigned patrons to suitable tables according to server rotation.
  • Provided menus to customers and answered questions regarding menu items.
  • Received and recorded patrons' dining reservations.
  • Assisted in preparing the restaurant for opening and closing shifts.
  • Verified reservations and wait times with customers.
  • Built positive relationships with other front-of-house and kitchen staff.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Inspected restrooms and dining and serving areas to foster cleanliness and proper setup.
  • Performed regular restroom checks to restock supplies and handle minor cleaning.
  • Stayed attentive to server availability and table turnover to quickly seat guests.
  • Collected reservation information and communicated updates to guests via mobile device or in-person.
  • Helped restaurant staff set up small and large events to coordinate smooth execution.
  • Answered telephone to provide dining information and take reservations.
  • Escorted guests to seating area, furnished menus and highlighted daily specials.
  • Greeted guests upon arrival and escorted them to their tables.

Education

Bachelor of Science -

Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO
04-2026

High School Diploma -

Dallas Center Grimes Community Schools District
Grimes, IA
05-2022

Skills

  • Client confidentiality
  • Continuing education
  • Professional boundaries
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Self-care strategies
  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Emotional support
  • Mental health awareness
  • Meal preparation

Certification

  • CPR Certification from the Red Cross

Timeline

Respite Caregiver

Veridian
03.2022 - Current

Hostess

Trostel's Greenbriar
08.2020 - 12.2020

Guest Service Coworker

Kwik Star
06.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Science -

Northwest Missouri State University

High School Diploma -

Dallas Center Grimes Community Schools District

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