Malissa Aguilar
Bakersfield,CALIFORNIA
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
Self Employed Web
Bakersfield, CALIFORNIA
01.2023 - 03.2025
- Responsibly watched children while parents were out.
- Organized various activities, games, crafts and outings to keep children entertained.
- Establishing trust through consistent communication with both parents and kids.
- Maintaining a positive attitude while being patient and understanding with the children.
- Organized creative activities to develop children's physical, emotional and social growth.
- Assigned age-appropriate chores to encourage self-confidence and responsibility.
- Created safe environment for children by removing hazards and developing appropriate boundaries and rules.
- Met and communicated regularly with parents to discuss children's activities and development.
- Ensured physical and social well-being of each child.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Greeting parents upon arrival home from work and providing updates on the day's events.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Providing a safe environment for children to explore their curiosity and creativity.
- Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
Dog Walker
Self Employed Web
Bakersfield, CA
02.2022 - 07.2024
- Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
- Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
- Offered one-on-one attention to dogs with special needs, including elderly or disabled pets.
- Walked and exercised dogs during owner absences.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Cleaned up after dogs, maintaining cleanliness of public spaces.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and efficiently while ensuring the safety of both the animal and themselves.
- Communicated effectively with pet owners about their dog's progress and any recommendations.
- Socialized animals to prepare for adoption.
- Fed animals twice daily and refilled water dish.
- Scheduled dog walking services and collected payments from pet owners.
- Managed groups of dogs during walks, ensuring safety and preventing aggressive behavior.
- Responded to emergency situations, providing first aid to pets when needed.
- Cared for pets during owners' absences.
- Assessed animals for injury and illness.
- Kept detailed records of walks, including duration, behavior notes, and any incidents.
- Interacted with pet owners in a professional manner when discussing their pets' needs and care requirements.
- Provided companionship and comfort to animals during walks.
- Reported dog behavior issues and medical concerns to owner for prompt resolution.
Volunteer Waitress
Canyon Hills Church Of Christ
Bakersfield, CALIFORNIA
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisted in preparing salads, appetizers and desserts to speed up food service.
- Informed customers of daily specials and signature menu items.
- Developed positive relationships with regular customers through friendly conversation.
- Set up tables in between patrons to reduce wait times.
- Presented food and beverages to guests at tables.
- Checked back with customers throughout meal service to ensure satisfaction.
- Served food and beverages to patrons and confirmed complete orders.
- Explained menu items, describing ingredients and cooking methods upon request.
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
- Presented menus and answered questions regarding items.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
- Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.
- Prepared salads, appetizers, and garnishes to assist kitchen staff.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders.
- Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
- Enforced safety guidelines for employees and patrons of the restaurant.
- Prepared checks, itemizing total meal costs and taxes.
- Took orders for food and drinks and delivered them to guests.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Greeted customers and provided menus.
- Replenished beverages when necessary.
- Answered questions about menu items, ingredients, and pricing.
Education
Stockdale High School
Bakersfield, CASkills
- Child development
- Creative activities
- Safety protocols
- Customer service
- Time management
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Volunteer Waitress
Canyon Hills Church Of Christ
02.2023 - 11.2023
Babysitter
Self Employed Web
01.2023 - 03.2025
Dog Walker
Self Employed Web
02.2022 - 07.2024
Stockdale High School