Samantha Graham
Mount Pleasant,NC
Summary
Accomplished Childcare Provider from First Start Kids Academy, adept in child development and hygiene protocols, enhanced learning through innovative activities. Skilled Cook Manager at What A Burger #13, improved kitchen efficiency by 30% through streamlined processes. Demonstrates patience, empathy, and expertise in CPR, ensuring safety and fostering positive environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Provider
First Start Kids Academy
07.2022 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Administered first aid when needed, adhering to established protocols to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
Cook
73&Main
06.2019 - 03.2021
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- 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.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Cook Manager
What A Burger #13
06.2015 - 06.2019
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep processes and optimizing ingredient usage.
- Adapted cooking methods to accommodate special dietary requests without compromising dish integrity or taste.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper portion control techniques and monitoring inventory levels.
- Trained new hires on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and recipe execution to maintain consistency in service quality.
- Streamlined kitchen workflow for increased productivity, assigning specific tasks based on individual strengths within the team.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
Education
GED -
Rowan Cabarrus Community College
Concord, NC05.2013
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Child Supervision
- CPR training
- Childcare
- Positive Reinforcement
- Safety understanding
- Hygiene and Cleanliness
- Activity Planning
- Child Development
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Observation and Assessment
Dental Assistant school
I was enrolled in Kannapolis Dental Assistant Academy for 12 weeks. I had lots of hands on experience. Ive done anything from an extractions to a filling. Ive also done sterilizing of the instruments. I have worked with a hygienist on doing SRP and probing.
Timeline
Childcare Provider
First Start Kids Academy
07.2022 - Current
Cook
73&Main
06.2019 - 03.2021
Cook Manager
What A Burger #13
06.2015 - 06.2019
GED -
Rowan Cabarrus Community College
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