Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Bree Gerbes

Auckland,AUK

Summary

I’m an experienced Dog Daycare Supervisor with years experience of successfully overseeing daily operations in Dog Daycares. With my dog loving personality and a passion since a young age, I will always go above and beyond for providing a safe and enriching environment for the animals in my care.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Dog Daycare Attendant

Central Bark
Auckland CBD
08.2024 - 11.2024
  • Engaged dogs and cats in play activities to promote socialization and reduce stress.
  • Monitored dog interactions to ensure safety of both animals and humans.
  • Updated dog owners on their pet's day and any notable incidents to ensure transparency and build trust.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through excellent customer service skills.
  • Conducted thorough cleaning and maintenance of kennels to ensure a hygienic environment for animals..
  • Managed inventory of supplies, including food, toys, and cleaning products.
  • Contributed to team meetings by discussing strategies to enhance service quality for clients.

Nutrition Advisor

Raw Essentials
Auckland
07.2024 - 10.2024
  • Resolved customer issues through knowledgeable, friendly service, enhancing overall satisfaction.

Executed safe handling of boxes up to 20kg daily to ensure proper logistics.

  • Guided clients in selecting the right do tailored to individual needs.
  • Provided expert advice on nutrition and wellness.
  • Day to day running of the shop
  • Stock Management

Doggy Daycare Assistant

Barkley Manor
Auckland CBD
03.2024 - 07.2024
  • Monitored pets' health, noting any changes in behavior or condition, and communicated concerns to owners.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss strategies for providing quality services to clients.
  • Performed basic grooming tasks including bathing, brushing, and nail trimming.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through excellent customer service skills.
  • Monitored dogs for signs of illness or distress and reported concerns to management promptly.
  • Supervised playtime to ensure a safe and fun environment for all dogs.
  • Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
  • Greeted customers and their pets upon arrival, ensuring all paperwork was completed accurately.

Dog Daycare Assistant

Grange Spa Tauranga
Tauranga
08.2022 - 09.2023
  • Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
  • Bathed and groomed pets using gentle techniques.
  • Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
  • Developed personalized care plans for dogs with special needs or requests from owners.
  • Administered medications to animals.
  • Provided excellent customer service by greeting and assisting customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
  • Cleaned up after dogs, maintaining cleanliness of public spaces.
  • Walked and exercised dogs during owner absences.

Dog Daycare Assistant

Paws & Play Tauranga
Greeton, Tauranga
01.2021 - 08.2022
  • Administered meals and medications according to owner instructions and schedule.
  • Supervised Large Groups of dogs, both large breeds & small breeds.
  • Cash Handled, during end of day closes and morning opening shifts.
  • Cleaned throughly many times during the days.
  • Assisted with drop off’s and pick ups.
  • Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
  • Walked and exercised dogs during owner absences.

Education

Graduate Certificate - Animal Care

Toi Ohomai
Tauranga

Certificate of Technical Studies - Animal Care

Toi Ohomai
Tauranga

Skills

  • Driven work ethic
  • Coordination
  • Adaptable and flexible
  • Physical fitness and stamina
  • Dog handling expertise
  • Strong communication
  • Dog training experience
  • Positive reinforcement methods

Timeline

Dog Daycare Attendant

Central Bark
08.2024 - 11.2024

Nutrition Advisor

Raw Essentials
07.2024 - 10.2024

Doggy Daycare Assistant

Barkley Manor
03.2024 - 07.2024

Dog Daycare Assistant

Grange Spa Tauranga
08.2022 - 09.2023

Dog Daycare Assistant

Paws & Play Tauranga
01.2021 - 08.2022

Graduate Certificate - Animal Care

Toi Ohomai

Certificate of Technical Studies - Animal Care

Toi Ohomai
Bree Gerbes