Ruth Meckle
Martin,ND
Summary
Proactive and caring worker with 12 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Teacher
Pot of Gold Daycare
05.2012 - Current
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Guided students through daily routines, instilling a sense of responsibility and independence within each child.
- Increased daycare students'' social skills by incorporating group activities and cooperative play into daily routines.
- Implemented creative art projects to encourage self-expression and fine motor skill development among young children.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Contributed to improved program quality by participating in professional development workshops and training sessions.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
Pizza / Food Preparation
Hot Stuff Pizza
07.2010 - 04.2012
- Kept workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked.
- Sanitized work surfaces between food preparation, avoiding cross-contamination and maintaining food safety guidelines.
- Demonstrated punctuality and reliability in consistently arriving for scheduled shifts to meet service demands.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Packaged and stored food products following proper handling and preservation methods.
- Prepared ingredients according to precise specifications, resulting in consistent meal quality across all menu items.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, adhering to strict health and safety standards for optimal work conditions.
- Organized and re-stocked various stations and self-service items.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Multitasked effectively during high-volume periods by prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance.
- Demonstrated strong attention-to-detail when measuring ingredients and following recipes closely for best results.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Supported kitchen team by being responsive and pitching in to complete tasks.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally during peak hours of operation.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Trained new staff members on proper food preparation techniques and kitchen safety protocols, fostering a cohesive work environment.
- Maintained organization in kitchen to keep track of multiple tasks and prepare meals correctly.
- Followed recipe guidelines meticulously, ensuring a consistent flavor profile for signature dishes.
- Managed time to juggle multiple meal preparations simultaneously and complete job duties on time.
- Supported the kitchen staff in maintaining a high level of cleanliness, ensuring compliance with all food safety regulations.
- Guaranteed customer satisfaction by quickly delivering orders.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Operated large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers or griddles.
- Utilized organizational skills to maintain an orderly pantry system, simplifying ingredient retrieval during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently complete complex recipes, ensuring timely service to guests.
- Monitored and maintained required food temperatures for safety.
- Expedited orders accurately, streamlining kitchen processes and reducing wait times for customers.
- Streamlined communication between front-of-house and back-of-house teams, improving overall efficiency during service hours.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, minimizing food waste while maintaining adequate supplies of fresh ingredients.
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance checks, keeping kitchen tools in optimal working condition.
- Implemented creative food presentation techniques, enhancing the overall dining experience for patrons.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Lifted and carried heavy materials.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
- Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
- Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Pushed, pulled and transported large loads and objects.
- Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
- Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Assisted chefs in preparing high-quality meals, contributing to excellent customer satisfaction ratings.
Education
High School -
DCHS
Crosby, ND05.1986
Skills
- Good communication
- Time Management
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Strong Work Ethic
- CPR and First Aid
- Emotionally supportive
- Approachable
- First Aid Training
- Decision-Making
- Efficient under pressure
- Strong computer skills
Timeline
Daycare Teacher
Pot of Gold Daycare
05.2012 - Current
Pizza / Food Preparation
Hot Stuff Pizza
07.2010 - 04.2012
High School -
DCHS
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