Kristin Meives
Olympia,Washington
Summary
Skilled team member with a strong background in teamwork within foodservice settings. Demonstrates excellent organizational skills and efficiency, always striving for customer satisfaction. Possesses exceptional multitasking abilities and maintains a calm demeanor in fast-paced environments. Former manager with 15 years of experience in food preparation and customer service. Capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining composed. Conscientious and self-directed professional known for working quickly and independently.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Adult Caregiver
Sola
01.2021 - Current
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Changed dressings, bandages and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors, resulting in a safer environment for all involved.
- Conducted regular safety checks on patient environments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Managed medication schedules for multiple patients, ensuring proper dosages and adherence to prescribed regimens.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans, leading to better patient outcomes.
Activity Director
Bonaventure Of Lacey
11.2021 - 11.2023
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Assisted clients with daily living need to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, medication reminders.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish the quality of life and sustain needs.
- Maintained frequent supervision of residents unable to call for assistance
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and facility policies by maintaining accurate documentation of activity programs.
- Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
- Developed strong relationships with residents and their families, fostering a supportive community environment.
- Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of patients.
- Trained new activity staff members on program development procedures and best practices for engaging diverse populations of older adults.
Hospital Housekeeper
Helpful Hands Incorporated
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Contributed to efficient hospital operations by promptly responding to housekeeping requests and emergencies.
- Performed deep-cleaning tasks on a regular basis to maintain optimal cleanliness levels throughout the entire facility.
- Enhanced infection control efforts through thorough disinfection of high-touch surfaces and patient rooms.
- Reduced cross-contamination risks by adhering to strict guidelines regarding the handling of biohazardous materials and waste disposal procedures.
Food Service Supervisor
Special Commitment Center
11.2019 - 01.2021
- Organized and oversaw food service training to educate employees on resetting tables, relaying orders to cooks, and upselling food and beverages.
- Established and managed team schedules and shift assignments.
- Monitored food quality and service levels to maximize kitchen and dining area performance.
- Resolved escalated customer issues and boosted retention rates.
- Set schedules for 20 staff by planning and designating shifts and hours
- Oversaw training of more than 20 team members
Food Service Aide
Western State Hospital
06.2019 - 11.2019
Foreman
Army and Air Force Exchange Service, Burger King at Joint Base Lewis
01.2002 - 04.2019
- Opening and closing the restaurant, Training, Payroll, and Truck orders, Personal evaluations, Documentations, Running different shifts. Respectful of others, I am Fair with what I am dealing with, I have strong organization skills, I clear communicator, I have lots of Integrity with who and what ever is being dealt with, I am willing to delegate and then follow up with what ever the team is doing to help the company to get to there goals.
- Collaborated with technical and administrative teams to develop and implement successful corrective plans.
- Investigated and integrated enhanced service and team management strategies to boost business profits.
- Inspected preparation and storage equipment regularly to assess function and maintain performance for cost-effective, safe operations.
- Orchestrated positive customer experiences at all stages by overseeing every area of the operations.
- Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
- Controlled labor hours and inventory costs through hands-on management and proactive changes.
- Reviewed and approved employee schedules and time-sheets.
- Oversaw the training of more than 6 team members.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Placed orders by listening to customers, documenting selected menu items, substitutions and add-on.
- Promoted customer loyalty by efficiently handling food and service complaints.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Business Management
Bryan University
Tempe, AZ07.2020
Diploma -
Lakes High School
Lakewood, WA1999
Skills
- Ensured compliance with all sanitation, ServSafe, and safety requirements
- Staff development
- Teamwork and Collaboration, Leadership
- Organization and Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Meal Planning and Preparations
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Direct Patient Care
Timeline
Hospital Housekeeper
Helpful Hands Incorporated
02.2023 - 08.2023
Activity Director
Bonaventure Of Lacey
11.2021 - 11.2023
Adult Caregiver
Sola
01.2021 - Current
Food Service Supervisor
Special Commitment Center
11.2019 - 01.2021
Food Service Aide
Western State Hospital
06.2019 - 11.2019
Foreman
Army and Air Force Exchange Service, Burger King at Joint Base Lewis
01.2002 - 04.2019
Bachelor's Degree - Business Management
Bryan University
Diploma -
Lakes High School
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