Michelle Lancaster Gatlin

I’ve worked as a caregiver for a long time. I take full care of patients, cooking, cleaning and anything else they needed.

• Provided compassionate personal care and support for daily living activities.
• Assisted clients with mobility, ensuring safety and comfort during transitions.
• Administered medication according to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
• Trained new caregivers on best practices for patient interaction and support.
• Ensured a clean, safe environment by adhering to hygiene protocols consistently.
• Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
• Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
• Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
• Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
• Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
• Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
• Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
• Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
• Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
• Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.

• Prepared diverse menu items adhering to safety and sanitation standards.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen and food storage areas.
• Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and kitchen equipment operation.
• Implemented inventory control measures to minimize waste and optimize supply usage.
• Developed new recipes that enhanced customer satisfaction and aligned with seasonal themes.
• Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health regulations and quality standards.
• Streamlined workflow processes, improving overall kitchen efficiency and service delivery times.
• Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
• Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
• Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
• Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
• Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
• Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.

Family owned cafe. I worked alongside my mother to keep the business going. I cooked and waitressed.