Misato Whalen
Arlington,WA
Summary
Experienced Food Service Worker and Child Care Professional with comprehensive experience in food safety, preparation, and classroom support. Skilled in safe food handling, portion control, sanitation practices, and engaging children in educational activities, and bringing a strong commitment to maintaining safety standards and enhancing learning environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Handler
DODEA Schools
01.2021 - 06.2024
- Implemented proper food handling techniques to maintain safe cooking practices.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing concerns or special requests promptly and professionally.
- Supported staff training initiatives by sharing knowledge of best practices in food handling and preparation techniques.
- Reduced waste through effective portion control measures and efficient use of ingredients during preparation.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, reducing the likelihood of food contamination.
- Managed proper storage of perishable items at appropriate temperatures for optimal freshness and safety standards compliance.
- Participated in regular equipment maintenance, ensuring consistent performance and longevity of kitchen tools.
Child Care Center Assistant Teacher
DODEA School
05.2017 - 03.2020
- Set up classroom equipment and organized activities.
- Reinforced travel and mobility skills for students developing greater independence.
- Collaborated with others to support student independence, empowerment and learning.
- Worked with young students with challenging behaviors
- Provided instruction and support under teacher's supervision.
Preschool Teacher's Assistant and Bus Driver
Shintoku Preschool
04.2010 - 03.2013
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Engaged and entertained children with educational activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Maintained classrooms and bus by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
Education
Associate of Arts - Sports Studies
Hiroshima YMCA Wellness College
Hiroshima, Japan03.1997
High School Diploma -
Yanai High School
Yanai, Yamaguchi03.1995
Skills
- Food safety knowledge
- Food Preparation
- Order Taking
- Cleaning procedures
- Sanitation Practices
- Food presentation
- Food Storage
- Allergen awareness
- Portion Control
- Temperature Monitoring
- Dishwashing Proficiency
- Positive Attitude
- Team Oriented
- Quick Learner
- Customer Service
- Fast-Paced Environment
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking
- Working Quickly
- Patient Care
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Working with Diverse People
- Food and Safety Standards
- Safe Food Handling
- Flexible Schedule
- Cash Register Operation
- Basic Mathematics
- Heavy Lifting Capacity
Languages
English
Full Professional
Japanese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Food Service Handler
DODEA Schools
01.2021 - 06.2024
Child Care Center Assistant Teacher
DODEA School
05.2017 - 03.2020
Preschool Teacher's Assistant and Bus Driver
Shintoku Preschool
04.2010 - 03.2013
Associate of Arts - Sports Studies
Hiroshima YMCA Wellness College
High School Diploma -
Yanai High School
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