Sarah Marques Pereira
Danbury
Summary
A warm and compassionate individual with natural ability to create nurturing and safe environment for children. Possesses foundational knowledge in child development and safety protocols, along with skills in organizing engaging activities and maintaining clean, orderly space. Committed to making positive impact on children's growth and well-being.
Experienced with managing food service teams to deliver high-quality dining experiences. Utilizes comprehensive knowledge of food safety regulations and service standards. Track record of effective team leadership and inventory management.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Apple Blossom Children's Learning Center
11.2023 - Current
- Created a safe environment through routine inspections of play areas, toys, and equipment for potential hazards.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Established daily routines to provide structure and predictability for children under care.
- Improved communication skills by engaging children in age-appropriate conversations and active listening.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
Food Service Worker
Morrison Healthcare
11.2020 - 05.2023
- Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes.
- Followed staff performance and service standards to deliver consistent and positive customer experiences.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
- Followed food safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling, and storage.
- Be aware of food allergies and dietitian.
Food Service Worker
Dunkin Dounts
08.2018 - 11.2020
- Costume service
- Team work
- Stored perishable food items in freezer or refrigerator to protect from spoilage.
- Monitored inventory to keep adequate stock of food items and supplies.
- Followed food safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling and storage.
- Kept foods at safe temperatures in storage, during cooking and prior to serving.
Education
High School Diploma -
Danbury High School
Danbury, CT05.2020
Skills
- Fluent in Portuguese, Spanish, and English
- Teamwork
- Flexible schedule
- Cooking procedures
- Safe food handling
- Patient relations
- Hospital standards
- Easy to communicate
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Diaper changing
- Age-appropriate activities
- Child development
- Early childhood development
- Materials management
- Social development
Languages
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Education and Training
High School Diploma
Timeline
Caregiver
Apple Blossom Children's Learning Center
11.2023 - Current
Food Service Worker
Morrison Healthcare
11.2020 - 05.2023
Food Service Worker
Dunkin Dounts
08.2018 - 11.2020
High School Diploma -
Danbury High School
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