Zakiya Anderson
Cincinnati
Summary
Experienced kennel assistant with a strong background in animal care and customer service. Skilled in monitoring animal behavior and collaborating with veterinary staff to enhance animal health, while ensuring cleanliness and hygiene standards are met.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Assistant
Liberty Veterinary Clinic
Cincinnati
12.2024 - 07.2025
- Assisted in daily care and feeding of animals at veterinary clinic.
- Ensured cleanliness of kennel areas and equipment to promote animal safety and health.
- Monitored animal behavior, promptly reporting any concerns to veterinary staff for timely intervention.
- Documented animal health observations in patient records accurately.
- Washed and disinfected animals' food and water bowls each day.
- Managed laundry and cleaning tasks to maintain hygiene standards in the clinic.
- Removed waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas and placed in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
- Assisted with grooming, including bathing, brushing, and nail trimming to enhance animal comfort and hygiene.
- Walked and exercised dogs during owner absences.
Food and Beverage Cashier
Kings Island Amusement Park
Mason
09.2022 - 07.2024
- Coordinated order taking, food and drink preparation, and transactions to ensure smooth service.
- Processed customer orders efficiently at food and beverage locations.
- Managed cash register operations, ensuring accurate transactions.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, improving overall satisfaction.
- Onboarded new cashiers on procedures and point-of-sale systems, fostering a knowledgeable team.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of service areas and equipment.
- Greeted incoming guests warmly and provided them with menus or specials.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Animal And Veterinary Sciences
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL03-2026
High School Diploma -
Diamond Oaks Campus
Cincinnati, OH05-2025
High School Diploma -
Finneytown Secondary Campus
Cincinnati, OH06-2025
Skills
- Animal care
- Animal behavior assessment
- Behavioral observation
- Hygiene practices
- Record keeping
- Customer service
- Task prioritization
- Time management
- Team collaboration
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Kennel Assistant
Liberty Veterinary Clinic
12.2024 - 07.2025
Food and Beverage Cashier
Kings Island Amusement Park
09.2022 - 07.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Animal And Veterinary Sciences
Tuskegee University
High School Diploma -
Diamond Oaks Campus
High School Diploma -
Finneytown Secondary Campus