Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Tamara Tolliver

Puyallup,WA

Summary

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Approached each day and unique challenges with enthusiasm, patience, and humor.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Activities Assistant

Life Care Center South Hill
03.2025 - Current
  • Assisted in planning and coordinating daily activities for residents, enhancing engagement and participation.
  • Maintained accurate records of resident participation in activities, contributing to care plan adjustments.
  • Facilitated group activities, promoting social interaction and emotional well-being among residents.
  • Supported emotional well-being of residents with personalized one-on-one interactions and attentive care during activities.
  • Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
  • Communicated with family members and other caregivers to provide updates on well-being and care of residents.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to improve quality of life for residents.

Housekeeping

Life Care Companies LLC
08.2022 - 03.2025
  • Completed housekeeping duties to maintain a consistently clean and welcoming home environment.
  • Assisted in training new hires on housekeeping procedures, fostering a welcoming team environment.
  • Collaborated with housekeeping team to ensure room readiness and swift turnover.
  • Maximized store cleanliness by assigning daily housekeeping tasks, inspecting workspaces periodically throughout each shift.
  • Coordinated with housekeeping staff to ensure timely room preparation for incoming guests.
  • Collaborated with various departments to address maintenance issues, housekeeping requests, and guest inquiries promptly.

Dietary Aide/Cook's Assistant

Cascade Park Gardens
11.2021 - 08.2022
  • Prepared and served nutritious meals in accordance with dietary guidelines and resident preferences.
  • Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas to ensure safety standards.
  • Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
  • Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.
  • Added food items, beverages, and utensils to trays and immediately delivered to correct rooms.
  • Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating, and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.
  • Enhanced patient meal satisfaction by providing personalized meal options within dietary constraints.
  • Cleaned and organized kitchen, dining and service areas.
  • Prepared tables by laying out napkins and utensils, refilling condiments and performing other preliminary tasks.

Housekeeping/Laundry Attendant

Cascade Park Gardens
03.2021 - 11.2021
  • Operated commercial laundry equipment to ensure efficient cleaning of linens and garments.
  • Supported team members in completing tasks efficiently, fostering a positive and collaborative work atmosphere.
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction by efficiently managing housekeeping operations and maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
  • Supported housekeeping staff by stocking supplies, removing trash, and handling laundry tasks as needed.
  • Collaborated with housekeeping staff to efficiently address guest concerns regarding room cleanliness or maintenance.
  • Maintained a clean and comfortable living environment through regular housekeeping duties and laundry services.

Shower Aide

Avamere
02.2018 - 05.2019
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to implement individualized care plans.
  • Supported patients with mobility and personal hygiene needs, fostering independence.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient progress through detailed documentation of care provided during each shift.
  • Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and dignity during daily activities.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Dietary Aide

Avamere
02.2016 - 02.2018
  • Assisted in meal preparation and service, ensuring compliance with dietary guidelines.
  • Maintained cleanliness of food preparation areas, following safety and sanitation protocols.
  • Collaborated with dietary staff to accommodate resident preferences and nutritional needs.
  • Supported inventory management by tracking food supplies and reporting shortages.
  • Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.

Education

High School Diploma -

Spanaway Lake High School, Spanaway, WA
09-2018

Skills

  • Senior living experience
  • Relationship building
  • Resident support
  • Customer service
  • Flexibility
  • Social integration
  • Event coordination
  • Family relationship development
  • Emotional support
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Time management
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Timeline

Activities Assistant - Life Care Center South Hill
03.2025 - Current
Housekeeping - Life Care Companies LLC
08.2022 - 03.2025
Dietary Aide/Cook's Assistant - Cascade Park Gardens
11.2021 - 08.2022
Housekeeping/Laundry Attendant - Cascade Park Gardens
03.2021 - 11.2021
Shower Aide - Avamere
02.2018 - 05.2019
Dietary Aide - Avamere
02.2016 - 02.2018
Spanaway Lake High School - High School Diploma,
Tamara Tolliver