Tara Lawley
Duncanville
Summary
Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities. Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills. Experienced in food service industry bringing demonstrated success in developing and motivating strong restaurant teams to assist 100 customers hourly. Keeps all areas clean and sanitized while managing inventory and preventing waste. Positive and upbeat with customers and team members alike.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner/Operator
Helping Hands House Of Promise LLC
05.2023 - Current
- Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
Housekeeping Attendant
Dave Baugn
05.2016 - Current
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Replaced used towels and other bathroom amenities such as shampoo, paper towels, and soap.
- Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
- Completed pre-cleaning duties by setting up cleaning carts with fresh linens, cleaning supplies, and requested guest supplies.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
- Restocked room supplies such as facial tissues for personal touch with every job.
Assistant Manager
Panera Bread
02.2005 - 05.2008
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
Education
Certificate - Small Fashion Business Essentials
Parsons The New School For Design
New York, NY09.2023
Certificate - Licensed Practical Nursing
Shelton State Community College
Tuscaloosa, AL12.1995
High School Diploma -
Bibb County High School
Centreville, AL05.1993
Skills
- Contract Management
- Personnel Management
- Business-to-Business Sales
- Sales Tactics
- Video Streaming
- Chemical Cleaners
- Inventory Restocking
- Restroom Detailing
- Linens and Toiletries
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Customer Needs Assessments
Accomplishments
Volunteer and Board member of East Tuscaloosa Community Soup Bowl
Care of veterans and volunteer with veterans with hospice care (Twilight Brigade)
Serve team with Church of Highlands
Training in martial arts
Board Member East Tuscaloosa Community Soup Bowl
Assist with food preparation and serve 100 plus quests
Assist with fundraising
Additional Information
Highly motivated, energetic positive person with 17 years healthcare experience.
8 years housekeeping and environmental services.
5 years restaurant customer service
Quote
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney
Timeline
Business Owner/Operator
Helping Hands House Of Promise LLC
05.2023 - Current
Housekeeping Attendant
Dave Baugn
05.2016 - Current
Assistant Manager
Panera Bread
02.2005 - 05.2008
Certificate - Small Fashion Business Essentials
Parsons The New School For Design
Certificate - Licensed Practical Nursing
Shelton State Community College
High School Diploma -
Bibb County High School
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