Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Timeline
Generic
Taylor Lightfoot

Taylor Lightfoot

Mont Belvieu,TX

Summary

Hardworking and reliable employee with extensive background operating cash registers, stocking merchandise and providing excellent customer service. Highly organized, proactive and punctual. Works well within team settings. Motivated and energetic to apply early childhood education principles in preschool setting. Dedicated to teaching, maintaining discipline and encouraging creativity. Certified in First Aid and CPR, and has obtained food handlers certificate. Art portfolio available upon request.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook/Dishwasher

Sodalis Elder Living
Deer Park, TX
05.2023 - 10.2023
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
  • Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
  • Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
  • Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
  • Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
  • Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
  • Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
  • Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
  • Prepared and cooked a variety of desserts, such as cakes, pies, tarts, cookies and ice cream.
  • Decorated cakes with icing, frosting and other toppings.

Daycare Teacher

KinderCare Learning Centers
Pasadena, TX
10.2020 - 05.2023
  • Encouraged independence while providing guidance during mealtime routines such as eating independently or helping feed others.
  • Developed and implemented daily lesson plans to support infant development.
  • Organized and maintained a safe, clean, and stimulating learning environment for infants.
  • Established positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's progress.
  • Provided individualized care and attention to each infant in the classroom.
  • Observed infants' development and documented milestones using appropriate assessment tools.
  • Encouraged self-help skills such as feeding, dressing, potty training.
  • Maintained records of attendance and provided weekly updates to parents regarding their child's activities.
  • Assisted with diaper changes and assisted children with toileting needs when necessary.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to plan special events such as field trips or birthday parties for the children.
  • Planned age-appropriate activities that encouraged physical, cognitive, social-emotional growth in infants.
  • Ensured safety rules were followed at all times by supervising playtime activities both indoors and outdoors.
  • Incorporated music into everyday routines to promote creativity and motor development.
  • Helped develop gross motor skills through playtime activities such as crawling, walking, running, jumping.
  • Integrated literacy programs into daily lessons by reading stories aloud to the children.
  • Sanitized toys, equipment, supplies and surfaces regularly.
  • Changed diapers, used bibs and monitored behaviors to maintain good hygiene for each child.
  • Maintained tidy, clean and safe environments for children.
  • Followed safe feeding guidelines and parental requests for breastmilk, formula and solids.
  • Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
  • Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
  • Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
  • Supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning and developmental activities.
  • Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
  • Utilized technology such as computers and tablets in the classroom setting.
  • Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices for early childhood education.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
  • Integrated multicultural themes into instruction plans to foster respect for diversity among students.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
  • Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
  • Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
  • Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings and increase overall student happiness.
  • Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing and crafts.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
  • Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
  • Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
  • Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders and speech problems.
  • Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.

Cashier/Line Cook

Jack in the Box
Baytown, TX
06.2019 - 10.2020
  • Greeted customers in a friendly manner and took orders accurately.
  • Cleaned and maintained the dining area, kitchen equipment, and counters.
  • Stocked supplies such as napkins, condiments, trays, cups, lids, straws.
  • Operated cash registers to process customer payments efficiently.
  • Maintained knowledge of current menu items and promotions.
  • Provided excellent customer service by attending to guests needs promptly.
  • Adhered to health and safety regulations while handling food products.
  • Assisted fellow team members with various duties when needed.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner following company policies and procedures.
  • Followed established guidelines for product rotation to ensure freshness of stock.
  • Inspected equipment before use to identify any maintenance issues or malfunctions.
  • Restocked beverages at front counter area during busy hours to meet customer demands quickly.
  • Carefully maintained proper sanitation, health and safety standards in work areas following practices and company requirements.
  • Completed opening, closing and shift change tasks by following company guidelines.
  • Processed transactions and made change for cash payments or accepted credit cards, debit cards and gift cards.
  • Served orders to customers at windows, counters and tables.
  • Completed side tasks by restocking condiments and cleaning refrigerators.
  • Answered customer questions about food preparation, responding to ingredient and allergen concerns.
  • Verified orders and bagged items for easy transport.
  • Built brand loyalty and accomplished customer satisfaction by working well with other food service team members.
  • Modified requested menu items in POS system to customize orders.
  • Promoted food items, beverages and desserts to increase sales.
  • Operated cash register and received payment from customers in cash or credit form.
  • Maintained neat, well-groomed appearance, impeccable personal hygiene, hair restraint and minimal jewelry to meet company standards.
  • Operated grills, deep fryers and griddles safely to avoid accidents or injury.
  • Made and served coffee, tea and fountain drinks.

General Laborer

Cedar Bayou Towing
Baytown, TX
02.2019 - 06.2019
  • Swept and raked leaves, debris and other materials from grounds;.
  • Inspected lawns for weeds, pests or other signs of damage;.
  • Watered plants, flowers and turf to maintain healthy growth.
  • Planted grass seed in areas of bare soil or where needed.
  • Collected litter from the grounds on a regular basis.
  • Mulched flower beds to retain moisture levels in the soil.
  • Assisted with landscaping projects such as laying sod or planting trees.
  • Installed outdoor lighting fixtures around sidewalks or pathways.
  • Constructed walkways with pavers or bricks for aesthetic appeal.
  • Provided support during special events held at the premises.
  • Mowed lawns and trimmed grass around sidewalks, flower beds and walls.
  • Used hand-held tools to maintain green spaces.
  • Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
  • Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
  • Changed bed linens and towels, tidied up rooms.
  • Stocked amenities such as soap, shampoo and toilet paper in bathrooms.
  • Emptied trash receptacles throughout the property.
  • Scrubbed kitchen appliances, countertops and fixtures.
  • Disinfected telephones, light switches and other frequently touched objects.
  • Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
  • Used cleaning chemicals following proper guidelines.
  • Moved beds, sofas and small furniture to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
  • Maintained and organized cleaning supplies stock.
  • Removed finger marks and smudges from doors, frames and glass partitions to enhance shine.
  • Dusted ceiling air conditioning diffusers and ventilation systems to improve airflow.
  • Dusted and polished fixtures and cabinet hardware to maintain sparkling appearance.

Education

GED -

Sam Rayburn High School
Pasadena, TX
2019

Skills

  • Food Presentation
  • Supply Restocking
  • Child Development
  • Customer Service
  • Order Verification
  • Food Handling
  • High Volume Production Capability
  • Cleaning and Organization
  • Lesson Planning
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Infant, Toddler, and Preschool Curricula
  • Creative Arts Talent
  • Art and Painting

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Cook/Dishwasher

Sodalis Elder Living
05.2023 - 10.2023

Daycare Teacher

KinderCare Learning Centers
10.2020 - 05.2023

Cashier/Line Cook

Jack in the Box
06.2019 - 10.2020

General Laborer

Cedar Bayou Towing
02.2019 - 06.2019

GED -

Sam Rayburn High School

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Taylor Lightfoot