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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Kimberly Graham'Armstrong

CNA/Cook
Danville,VA

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with a strong background at Hardees Restaurant, recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction through high-quality food preparation and effective multitasking. Skilled in food handling and sanitation, I successfully reduced food waste while fostering teamwork and collaboration in fast-paced environments. Committed to delivering exceptional service and maintaining kitchen efficiency.

Hardworking and enthusiastic [Job Title] trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success.

Detail-oriented professional with background creating delicious dishes. Dedicated to delivering highest quality customer service. Expert at succeeding in high pressure environments while remaining calm. Safety-minded when carefully following food handling regulations and procedures.

Overview

22
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Hardees Resturamt

Cook
05.2025 - Current

Job overview

  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
  • Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.

Care Advantage

HHA
05.2025 - Current

Job overview

  • Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising medical professionals.
  • Managed household chores such as laundry, meal preparation, and light cleaning, allowing clients to focus on their health and wellbeing.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers by serving as a reliable source of information about the client''s progress and needs.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering strong relationships and trust.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans that addressed individual patient needs.
  • Supported clients with cognitive impairments through engaging mental exercises designed to maintain brain health and function.
  • Managed accurate medical records for each patient, maintaining confidentiality while providing essential information for healthcare providers.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.

Best Of Care Nursing Home

CNA
01.2023 - 03.2025

Job overview

  • Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.

Mt Zion Love Day Care

Cook
09.2024 - 02.2025

Job overview

  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.

Always And Forever HHA Servers

HHA
09.2024 - 11.2024

Job overview

  • Maintained a clean and safe living environment for patients, reducing the risk of accidents or infections.
  • Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing, promoting dignity and selfconfidence.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care in various daily activities.
  • Transported patients safely to appointments, errands, or social outings, ensuring timely arrival and an enjoyable experience.
  • Streamlined daily routines for clients with limited mobility by implementing efficient strategies customized to their specific abilities.
  • Prevented bedsores in immobile clients by regularly repositioning them and ensuring proper skin care was administered.

West Village Nursing Home

CNA
06.2024 - 09.2024

Job overview

  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.

Education

Brooklyn Adult Learning Center
475 Nostrand Ave, Brooklyn New York,11226

from GED/CNA
12-2013

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Cooking
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Food handling
  • Food preparation
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Kitchen organization
  • Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
  • Cooking techniques
  • Knife skills
  • Sanitation
  • Surface cleaning
  • Hospitality and service industry background
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Contamination prevention
  • Food waste reduction
  • Portion control
  • Food spoilage prevention
  • Menu planning

Certification

  • Licensed CNA - 22Yrs
  • Hospice Care (8yrs)
  • Dementia Care(7Yrs)
  • Alzheimer's Care (5Yrs)
  • ASL Language (2yrs)


Timeline

Cook

Hardees Resturamt
05.2025 - Current

HHA

Care Advantage
05.2025 - Current

Cook

Mt Zion Love Day Care
09.2024 - 02.2025

HHA

Always And Forever HHA Servers
09.2024 - 11.2024

CNA

West Village Nursing Home
06.2024 - 09.2024

CNA

Best Of Care Nursing Home
01.2023 - 03.2025

Brooklyn Adult Learning Center

from GED/CNA

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