Vinzana Dames
Vero Beach
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with a strong commitment to thoroughness. Proven communication and interpersonal skills enhance collaboration and facilitate effective teamwork. Demonstrated ability to work independently while consistently delivering high-quality results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Care Helper
Grand Bahama Children's Home
Freeport
06.2012 - 12.2013
- Updated detailed records for each child, with information such as daily observations, meals served, and medications administered.
- Monitored children during nap time, ensuring a quiet and restful environment.
- Prepared bottles for infants and changed diapers when necessary.
- Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods.
- Maintained clean and organized play areas to ensure a healthy environment.
- Accompany kids to doctors' appointments, ER visits, and church.
- Managed crafts and other hands-on activities to engage kids and promote development.
- Supervised indoor and outdoor play activities while ensuring safety of all children at all times.
- Administered basic first aid if needed due to minor injuries or illnesses experienced by the kids.
- Instructed children in eating, resting and restroom habits.
- Assisted with potty training of toddlers.
Teacher's Aide
Office of the Prime Minister
Grand Cay
09.2010 - 06.2012
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
- Assisted in organizing and supervising school events and field trips.
- Answered phones and took messages when necessary.
- Notified instructors of errors or problems with assignments.
- Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students.
- Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.
- Sorted and shelved books to help manage materials and free up teachers for more important work.
- Supervised student activities during recess, lunchtime, and other breaks.
Head Waitress
Pub on the Mall
Freeport
02.2008 - 11.2009
- Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.
- Monitored dining room for cleanliness, proper set-up and maintenance of tables.
- Performed regular inventory checks to ensure adequate stock levels were maintained at all times.
- Trained new wait staff team members in proper procedures and important standards of establishment.
- Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
- Rolled silverware and set up food stations and dining areas to prepare for next shift or large parties.
- Stocked service areas with supplies during slow periods.
- Collected dirty dishes and glasses from tables or counters, preparing areas for next diners.
- Performed cashier duties such as taking payments and issuing change accurately.
- Completed opening and closing checklists to ensure smooth restaurant operations.
Restaurant Waitress
Rosie's Place
Grand Cay
01.2006 - 11.2007
- Cleared dishes between courses, refilled drinks as necessary and served any requested condiments or accompaniments.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
- Delivered food from kitchen, fulfilling additional requests to maximize guest satisfaction.
- Assisted in preparing salads, appetizers and desserts to speed up food service.
- Replenished stocks of napkins, silverware and other dining room supplies as needed.
- Delivered food to tables in a timely manner while ensuring correct temperatures were maintained.
- Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
Librarian
Ministry Of Education
Freeport
07.2005 - 08.2006
- Organized library media supplies, main catalog, special equipment and permanent records.
- Maintained complete and accurate records of library transactions.
- Kept resources in clean and working fashion to maintain availability for use.
- Replaced worn labels and barcodes to keep materials in good physical condition.
- Organized library equipment and collections.
Education
Cosmetology Certificate - Cosmetology
Bahamas Technical And Vocational Institute
06-2007
High School Diploma -
Grand Cay All Age School
Grand Cay Abaco Bahamas06-2005
Skills
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Customer service
- Hygiene and cleanliness
Timeline
Child Care Helper
Grand Bahama Children's Home
06.2012 - 12.2013
Teacher's Aide
Office of the Prime Minister
09.2010 - 06.2012
Head Waitress
Pub on the Mall
02.2008 - 11.2009
Restaurant Waitress
Rosie's Place
01.2006 - 11.2007
Librarian
Ministry Of Education
07.2005 - 08.2006
Cosmetology Certificate - Cosmetology
Bahamas Technical And Vocational Institute
High School Diploma -
Grand Cay All Age School
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