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Yvonne Gallashaw

Wilmington

Summary

Cook with extensive experience in childcare kitchens, preparing nutritious meals and maintaining strict food-safety and sanitation standards for young children. Coordinates meal schedules and adapts menus to dietary needs while supporting classroom routines and child development. Seeks to apply hands-on food safety and nutritional planning skills in a family-focused childcare or school setting.

Skilled Childcare Cook with experience creating balanced, nutritious meals for children in a daycare setting. Knowledge of food safety regulations and dietary needs specific to various age groups. Strengths include creativity in menu planning, effective communication with staff and parents about dietary concerns and allergen management, and maintaining clean, hygienic kitchen environments. Previous work has led to improved nutrition standards and positive feedback from both staff and parents.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Cook

Kiddie Academy
Wilmington
08.2020 - 01.2021
  • Prepared and served nutritious meals for children in a licensed childcare facility.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary kitchen environment following health and safety guidelines.
  • Coordinated meal schedules and ensured food was appropriate for children's dietary needs.
  • Logged hot-holding and refrigeration readings on shift checklists to support kitchen food-safety audits.

Teacher/ Backup Cook

All My Children
Wilmington
01.2012 - 12.2018
  • Served as backup cook preparing balanced meals and snacks for children daily.
  • Planned and delivered early childhood curriculum including colors, numbers, and literacy.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and nurturing classroom and kitchen environment.
  • Supported children's social, emotional, and cognitive development through daily activities.

Licensed Esthetician Instructor

Miller-Motte College
Wilmington
05.2009 - 06.2011
  • Instructed students in skincare techniques, facial treatments, and professional esthetics practices.
  • Developed and delivered lesson plans aligned with state licensing requirements.
  • Evaluated student performance and provided hands-on training and feedback.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary classroom and lab environment in compliance with health standards.
  • Implemented hygiene checklists for clinic stations that reduced instrument contamination incidents.

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Cape Fear Home Healthcare
Wilmington
06.1999 - 06.2011
  • Provided personal care and daily living support for clients in their homes.
  • Prepared and served meals following dietary and nutritional guidelines.
  • Monitored client health and maintained accurate care documentation.
  • Maintained clean and safe living and care environments.

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

New Hanover Regional Hospital
Wilmington
01.2003 - 01.2006
  • Assisted nursing staff with patient care in a hospital setting.
  • Maintained sanitation and safety standards throughout patient care areas.
  • Prepared and delivered meals to patients following dietary requirements.
  • Provided daily vital sign assessments (blood pressure, pulse, temperature) for assigned patients, alerting nurses to deviations.

Teacher/ Backup Cook

Sunshine House
Wilmington
02.1993 - 01.1998
  • Planned and delivered early childhood lessons focused on literacy, numbers, and creative development.
  • Served as backup cook preparing balanced meals and snacks for children daily.
  • Maintained a safe, nurturing, and clean classroom and kitchen environment.
  • Supported children's social and emotional development through structured daily activities.

Education

Early Childhood Education - Edu 119

Sandhills Community College
Pinehurst, NC
02.2026 - 05.2026

Notary Public Commission - Public Notary

Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC
08.2016 - 10.2016

Certificate - Licensed Esthetician

Miller-Motte College
Wilmington, NC, US
04.2008 - 10.2008

Credentials 2 - Early Childhood Care And Education

Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC
03.1996 - 05.1996

CNA 2 - Certified Nursing Assistant

Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC
10.1996 - 12.1996

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC
03.1994 - 05.1994

Skills

  • Nutritional Planning
  • Sanitation Practices
  • Food Safety
  • Meal Coordination
  • Curriculum Development
  • Child Development
  • Classroom management
  • Health regulations
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Time management

Timeline

Early Childhood Education - Edu 119

Sandhills Community College
02.2026 - 05.2026

Cook

Kiddie Academy
08.2020 - 01.2021

Notary Public Commission - Public Notary

Cape Fear Community College
08.2016 - 10.2016

Teacher/ Backup Cook

All My Children
01.2012 - 12.2018

Licensed Esthetician Instructor

Miller-Motte College
05.2009 - 06.2011

Certificate - Licensed Esthetician

Miller-Motte College
04.2008 - 10.2008

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

New Hanover Regional Hospital
01.2003 - 01.2006

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Cape Fear Home Healthcare
06.1999 - 06.2011

CNA 2 - Certified Nursing Assistant

Cape Fear Community College
10.1996 - 12.1996

Credentials 2 - Early Childhood Care And Education

Cape Fear Community College
03.1996 - 05.1996

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Cape Fear Community College
03.1994 - 05.1994

Teacher/ Backup Cook

Sunshine House
02.1993 - 01.1998
Yvonne Gallashaw