Hi, I’m
Megan Stanton
Spring Hill,TN
Summary
Motivated Trainer eager to help new hires advance in knowledge and abilities to meet career goals. Engaging and hands-on instructor with more than 7 years of related experience and superior planning and time management abilities.
Overview
15
years of professional experience
1
Certification
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Olive Garden
Certified Trainer
03.2015 - Current
Job overview
- Planned and implemented courses of instruction accounting for individual strengths and final objectives.
- Adhered to class plan and deadline-oriented training schedule.
- Documented attendance, participation and progress.
- Maintained organization of documents, materials and equipment.
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
- Monitored participant workflow and behaviors throughout training process.
- Gathered and organized supplementary material to support structured lessons.
Olive Garden
Assistant Manager
03.2015 - Current
Job overview
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies and forecast future needs.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Set and enforced policies focused on increasing team productivity and strengthening operational efficiency.
- Monitored security and handled incidents calmly.
- Assistant manager over the front of house first then became assistant manager over the back of house.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling and surface cleaning.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Wiped down counters using sanitizing spray to prevent cross-contamination among food items.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Managed restaurant marketing, sales building and community involvement.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
CPR Nashville
BLS
02.2022 - 02.2024
CPR Nashville
CPR
02.2022 - 02.2024
Job overview
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
Family Friends, Neighbors, People In My Community
Babysitter
01.2009 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Bathed, dressed and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Maintained updated list of emergency contact information and child's health information in case of emergencies.
- Studied and researched food allergies to understand requirements for individuals with such conditions.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
Family Friends And Neighbors
Pet Sitter
01.2012 - 03.2018
Job overview
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email and text.
- Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
- Helped treat animal skin and eyes with ointments and other medications.
- Supported optimal animal health and comfort with frequent bedding changes.
- Administered parasite preventive, vitamins and supplements, and treatments for acute conditions.
- Supported newborn animals with heat, safety and clean bedding to promote optimal growth and health.
- Followed specific food and water schedules for different animal species.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Maintained animal health and wellbeing by brushing coat, trimming nails, cleaning ears and providing other types of basic care.
Nashville Rescue Mission
Volunteer
11.2016 - 01.2017
Job overview
- Assisted with special events.
- Maintained clean, neat and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Coordinated food, clothing and household items for disadvantaged individuals and families.
- Engaged in community outreach to aid program mission centered on community support and enrichment.
NHC
CNA
05.2016 - 12.2016
Job overview
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, respiration rate, pulse rate, and SpO2 levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Middle Tennessee State UniversityMurfreesboro, TN
No Degree from Pre Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology - NashvilleNashville, TN
Diploma from Nursing
04.2022 - 04.2023
Skills
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Billing and Payment Processing
- Clear Verbal Communication
- Large-Scale Events Planning
- First Aid
- Trainer Mentoring
- Materials Organization
- Adult Education
- Coaching and Training
- Customer Experience
- Assessment
- Improvement Planning
Certification
CPR, First Aid, and BLS certified
I have been training horses and competing in shows for 13 years.
I have been training and competing in english horse shows for 13 years. I have owned off the track Thoroughbreds, who I taught how to jump and how to do many other disciplines. I have won champion over the show series my horses and I have competed in. I have used the knowledge that I have learned over the years to help other young and inexperienced riders excell in their riding.
Timeline
Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Nashville
Diploma from Nursing
04.2022 - 04.2023
BLS
CPR Nashville
02.2022 - 02.2024
CPR
CPR Nashville
02.2022 - 02.2024
Volunteer
Nashville Rescue Mission
11.2016 - 01.2017
CNA
NHC
05.2016 - 12.2016
Certified Trainer
Olive Garden
03.2015 - Current
Assistant Manager
Olive Garden
03.2015 - Current
Pet Sitter
Family Friends And Neighbors
01.2012 - 03.2018
Babysitter
Family Friends, Neighbors, People In My Community
01.2009 - 01.2021
Middle Tennessee State University
No Degree from Pre Nursing
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