Kirsten Morken
Ames,IA
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Northcrest Community
Ames, IA
04.2024 - Current
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Monitored employee performance to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
Groundskeeper
Northcrest Community
Ames, IA
06.2020 - Current
- Removed debris and trash from surrounding areas and disposed of recyclable materials properly.
- Arranged shrubs and flowers to create landscape effects.
- Trimmed flowers and cleaned flower beds.
- Watered lawns, plants, or trees, using sprinkler systems or watering cans as part of overall maintenance plan.
- Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.
Dietary Aide
Northcrest Community
Ames, IA
09.2019 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen, dining and utility areas to promote healthy environment.
- Set up trays and food service carts to deliver food to residents.
- Helped with meal prep for daily meals, following strict sanitation and food handling guidelines
- Served food and snacks according to planned menu and patients' diet orders.
- Cleaned and maintained dining room during and after each meal service.
- Followed dietary procedures in accordance with established policies.
- Engaged with residents to provide positive and enriching experiences.
Family Nanny
Hilary T.
Saint Cloud, MN
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Aided with bathing, dressing, teeth brushing and diapering to promote healthy personal hygiene and good oral health.
- Transported children to and from school, extra-curricular activities and play-dates.
- Provided safe transportation to and from activities and events.
- Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
- Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play.
- Prepared nutritious meals, cleaned laundry and sanitized play areas.
- Assisted children with completing homework and special assignments to improve academic performance.
- Monitored playtime to prevent overuse of technology, television, or other influences.
- Planned recreational activities to enhance physical development and explore stimulating exercises.
- Cared for 2 children ages 2 to 4.
- Supported household operations by completing laundry, cooking meals and performing light cleaning.
EVS Floor Technician
Saint Cloud Hospital
Saint Cloud, MN
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping or vacuuming.
- Kept business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.
- Dusted furniture, machines or equipment.
- Handled, mixed and stored chemical cleaners in compliance with safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
- Mixed water and detergents or acids to prepare cleaning solutions.
- Completed deep-cleaning floor buffing, carpet cleaning, duct cleaning and wall washing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ames High School
Ames, IA05.2021
Saint Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MNAssociate of Arts -
Dmacc
BooneSkills
- Planting
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Adaptability and Dependability
- Cleaning and Sanitation
- Tutoring
- Activity and Event Planning
- Meal and Snack Preparation
- First Aid
- Childhood Development
- Responsible Driver
- Conflict Resolution
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Food Safety
- Sanitation Practices
- Food handling
- Food Preparation
Timeline
Cook
Northcrest Community
04.2024 - Current
Family Nanny
Hilary T.
08.2022 - 05.2023
EVS Floor Technician
Saint Cloud Hospital
11.2021 - 05.2022
Groundskeeper
Northcrest Community
06.2020 - Current
Dietary Aide
Northcrest Community
09.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Ames High School
Saint Cloud State University
Associate of Arts -
Dmacc