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HOUSEKEEPER AND ELDERLY CARETAKER
Summary

I am a Enthusiastic individual with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities.I bring strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. I'm Excited to begin any new challenge and am a fast learner who loves nothing more than the satisfaction in getting a job done. I've done all kinds of work and have skills and experience in multiple different areas, but I would say the best things about me are my drive, work ethic and eye for detail, and ability to handle both customers and fellow employees in an affable, friendly manner. If hired, I promise to be the best employee I can possibly be.

Skills
  • Customer service-oriented
  • Time management and prioritization
  • Detail orientation and accuracy
  • Strong team contribution
  • Inventory monitoring
  • Problem resolution
  • Customer service
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Issue resolution
  • Cash drawer balancing
  • Customer greeting
  • Customer assistance
  • Teamwork
  • Retail sales
  • Independent judgement
  • Really good work ethic
  • Will always get the job done to the level expected
Education and Training
High School DiplomaAuburn High School (enrolled in Gifted Academy)City,State,03/2014
  • 4.0 GPA
  • Enrolled in Gifted Academy from 1st to 12th
  • Graduated 2 years early, top of class with honors
Experience
Company NameHousekeeper and Elderly Caretaker | City, State01/2018 to 12/2019
  • I was hired independently to be the housekeeper and caretaker for my employer's house and elderly father who lived within while he was at work
  • Swept and vacuumed floors, hallways and stairwells.
  • Rendered detailed and timely cleaning services while working in fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
  • Swept and damp-mopped private stairways and hallways.
  • Stocked toilet tissue and paper towels, as well as other restroom supplies.
  • Used cleaning products for sanitizing bathrooms and kitchens to reduce spread of germs and prevent illness.
  • Kept utility sink rooms in clean, neat and orderly condition.
  • Hand dusted and wiped clean office furniture, fixtures and window sills.
  • Organized supplies for efficient use based on expected customer needs.
  • Removed all trash from guest rooms, including emptying wastebaskets and properly disposing of all soiled linen.
  • Removed finger marks and smudges from vertical surfaces, including doors, frames and glass partitions.
  • Mopped and vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance at all times.
  • Washed and polished glass windows and doors to keep entryways clear and professional.
  • Dusted ceiling air conditioning diffusers and ventilation systems.
  • Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
  • Collected trash from premises and removed to designated areas to alleviate bad odors.
  • Coordinated errand travel arrangements and accommodations on behalf of clients.
  • Organized personal and professional calendars.
  • Devised and maintained office systems to efficiently deal with paper flow.
  • Oversaw and planned resident schedules by coordinating doctor appointments, exercise routines, recreational activities and family visits.
  • Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet client dietary requirements such as diabetic, low sodium and high protein.
  • Handled incoming and outgoing correspondence, including mail, e-mail and faxes.
  • Engaged with patients and families, providing emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
  • Communicated client project requirements to vendors and contractors to ensure client satisfaction.
  • Worked with patients and families to design meal, rehabilitation and other plans for long-term success.
  • Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
  • Checked mail, shopped for groceries and handled bill payments.
  • Managed household budgets and allocated expenditures for groceries, property and home maintenance and bill payments.
  • Maintained a good relationship with both my employer and his elderly father
Company NameCustomer Service, Cashier, Cook, Server. | City, State07/2016 to 05/2018
  • Harmony gardens was a wedding garden with a shoppe on the premises, along with a restaurant attachment. I worked in all three areas.
  • Served food and dealt with monetary transactions
  • Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
  • Demonstrated products to customers, discussed features and redirected objections to capture sales.
  • Recommended merchandise to customers based on needs and preferences.
  • Educated customers on product and service offerings.
  • Stayed up to date on store promotions, payment policies and security practices.
  • Readied merchandise for sales floor by marking items with identifying codes and accurate pricing.
  • Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Dealt with and helped come up and design promotional materials
  • Often worked late to get the days tasks done, with a smile on my face!
  • Did food prep, cooking, stocking, take down and set up for each day and cleaning tasks
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Used register system to ring up customer purchases, process payments and issue receipts.
  • Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
  • Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Welcomed guests with personable attitude and smile, offering to bring beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
  • Relayed orders and special requests to cooks, monitoring finished dishes for accuracy with preferences.
  • Prepared salads and appetizers and set up garnish stations to back up kitchen staff.
  • Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
  • Prepared dining and serving areas by setting up tables and counters.
  • Restocked nonperishables and other items, including condiments and napkins from inventory to keep pantry well-supplied.
  • Collected empty plates and glasses to minimize bussing requirements between customers.
  • Assisted individuals in selecting meal options, including entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for those with food allergies and gluten intolerances.
  • Completed final preparations of dishes and quickly delivered items to customers.
  • Inventoried food supplies to determine needs and replenish stations.
  • Partnered with team members to efficiently serve food and beverages.
  • Reset tables between guests, including refilling condiments and wiping down all surfaces.
  • Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
  • Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
  • Satisfied customers by keeping drinks topped off and anticipating needs such as condiments and extra napkins.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Emphasized food quality and specialized baking techniques to set items apart from competitor offerings.
  • Drove sales and add-on purchases by promoting specific item options to customers.
  • Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
  • Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks.
  • Wrapped items and bagged purchases properly to prevent merchandise breakage.
  • Developed new recipes based on knowledge of consumer tastes, ideal nutritional needs and budgetary considerations.
  • Managed closing duties, including restocking items and reconciling cash drawer.
Company NameCashier for Drive Thru and Front, Line Cook | City, State12/2014 to 12/2015
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products resulting in consistently high scores on health inspections.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods, including meats, potatoes and fish.
  • Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times at lunch and dinner rush.
  • Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
  • Maintained hygienic kitchen by regularly mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing all utensils and glassware.
  • Restocked all food items throughout shift to guarantee cooks had all necessary ingredients needed for service.
  • Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
  • Recorded and reported status of various ingredient stock levels to notify manager to reorder products.
  • Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
  • Assisted in preparation of menu items such as steaks, burgers and sandwiches.
  • Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered advice.
  • Maintained high productivity by efficiently processing cash, credit, debit and voucher program payments for customers.
  • Resolved issues with cash registers, card scanners and printers.
  • Welcomed customers, offering assistance to help find necessary store items.
  • Backed up front counter employees to maximize guest satisfaction with speedy service.
  • Prepared drinks, ice cream and other special items to complete prepared food orders.
  • Worked quickly to document orders, answer questions and process payments, keeping high-volume line moving and maintaining high customer satisfaction.
  • Reviewed completed orders and efficiently bagged for easy carrying and access by customers.
  • Verified orders and bagged items for easy transport.
  • Entered requested menu items into POS terminal, modifying with substitutions and add-ons to customize orders.
  • Capitalized on slow periods to restock supplies, clean counters and remove trash.
  • Performed food preparation tasks by making salads, brewing coffee and tea and slicing meats.
  • Built brand loyalty and accomplished customer satisfaction by working well with other food service team members.
  • Organized food items on serving trays and in carry-out packages.
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Auburn High School (enrolled in Gifted Academy)

Job Titles Held:

  • Housekeeper and Elderly Caretaker
  • Customer Service, Cashier, Cook, Server.
  • Cashier for Drive Thru and Front, Line Cook

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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