Linda V Gaspard
Kirkland,Washington
Summary
Highly-motivated job seeker with desire to take on new challenges which offers stability, challenge and unlimited potential for growth. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adapt at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club of Snohomish County
Mukilteo, WA
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Documented actions and incidents associated with youth program participants.
- Counseled individual youth and small groups on presenting needs and concerns.
- Communicated with challenged and troubled children in effort to exact positive impact and influence.
- Maintained safe and therapeutic environment by monitoring, supervising and engaging youth in daily routines and programming.
- Collaborated with counselors and parents to report youth behavior and progress.
- Monitored and cared for youth in carefully controlled environment to promote safety.
- Supervised youth group members to maintain organized and safe environment.
- Demonstrated appropriate behavior, listened carefully to others and showed respect for people to promote positive influence for youngsters.
- Engaged with youth in recreational, treatment-focused and educational activities to encourage growth and interpersonal skill development.
- Approached conflicts and crisis situations in calm and professional way.
- Provided homework help and tutoring in specific subjects.
- Assisted with developing goals and improvement plans for each objective.
- Oversaw safety and security of each youth under supervision.
- Educated staff members on best practices related to youth development programming.
Food Service Worker/Hostess
Barros Pizza
Scottsdale, AZ
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted in the preparation of food items according to recipes and instructions.
- Cleaned kitchen areas, equipment and utensils.
- Stocked supplies such as food, dishes, utensils, and cleaning materials.
- Served meals to customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
- Greeted customers upon arrival in the dining area.
- Delivered food orders promptly and accurately to guests tables.
- Prepared beverages such as coffee, tea, soda..
- Maintained cleanliness standards for all service areas including dining room, kitchen and storage areas.
- Adhered to safety procedures when handling sharp objects or hazardous materials.
- Replenished condiments at customer tables as needed.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding menu items or special requests.
- Followed established cash handling procedures when collecting payment from customers.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up workstations with necessary supplies.
- Organized take-out orders for customers who requested them.
- Operated dishwashing machines safely and efficiently.
- Assisted with unloading deliveries from suppliers into storage areas.
- Followed food safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling and storage.
- Maintained professional demeanor during interactions with customers and co-workers.
- Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club of Snohomish County
Everett, WA
09.2018 - 04.2021
- Organized recreational activities such as sports tournaments, movie nights, field trips, and other events.
- Coordinated with parents and guardians to ensure that the needs of each youth were being met.
- Maintained records of attendance and other pertinent information about participants.
- Developed strategies to motivate disengaged or struggling youth.
- Created a safe environment where youths could express themselves without fear of judgement.
- Assisted youths in developing short-term goals that would lead them towards long-term success.
- Promoted positive self-esteem among all participants through encouraging words and affirmations.
- Educated staff members on best practices related to youth development programming.
- Oversaw safety and security of each youth under supervision.
- Provided homework help and tutoring in specific subjects.
- Approached conflicts and crisis situations in calm and professional way.
- Helped youth offenders or at-risk individuals improve abilities, behavior and emotional strength.
- Demonstrated appropriate behavior, listened carefully to others and showed respect for people to promote positive influence for youngsters.
- Communicated with challenged and troubled children in effort to exact positive impact and influence.
- Assisted in the preparation of food items according to recipes and instructions.
- Cleaned kitchen areas, equipment and utensils.
- Stocked supplies such as food, dishes, utensils, and cleaning materials.
- Maintained cleanliness standards for all service areas including dining room, kitchen and storage areas.
- Ensured that all foods were prepared according to health department regulations.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Mariner High School
Everett, WASome College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Special Education
Edmonds Community College
Lynnwood, WASkills
- Goal Setting
- Security Awareness
- Academic Assistance
- Skill-Building Instruction
- Safety Understanding
- Group Supervision
- Lifestyle Education
- Program Planning
- Youth Mentoring
- Cleaning and Sanitation
- Positive Attitude
- Fast-Paced Environment
- Problem-Solving
- Working Quickly
- Equipment Maintenance
- Patient Care
- Productivity and Efficiency
- Heavy Lifting Capacity
- Food Preparation
- Flexible Schedule
- Quick Learner
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Cash Register Operation
- Food and Safety Standards
- Customer Service
- Safe Food Handling
- Paperwork and Reporting
- Crisis Management
- Team Collaboration
- Verbal and Written Communication
Affiliations
- Volunteering in the nursery at local church
- Volunteering with Farmer Frog to build gardens at local elementary schools
- Help stock the shelves at local food bank
- Organize Parents night out
- Special needs teacher's assistant
- Organize Boys and Girls Club teen block parties
Accomplishments
- Youth of the Year
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club of Snohomish County
11.2022 - 03.2023
Food Service Worker/Hostess
Barros Pizza
05.2021 - 12.2021
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club of Snohomish County
09.2018 - 04.2021
Some College (No Degree) -
Mariner High School
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Special Education
Edmonds Community College
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