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Darrian Sutton

Balclutha,OTA

Summary

Personable Childcare Provider effective in providing children with immersive activities, educational assistance, and balanced rest periods. Well-versed in childhood development patterns and corrective behavior strategies.

Outgoing child caregiver with experience caring for children while providing encouragement and kindness. Expert at guiding playtime, leading exercise activities, and teaching rules. Creative planner with gift for keeping children engaged long-term with fun activities.

Skilled at managing supplies, cleaning work areas and monitoring safety concerns in the interests of children and team members. Familiar with managing housekeeping needs.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook Helper

Jacks Street Food
08.2024 - Current

Assisted cook in preparation of food by chopping as well as cleaning and washing all utensils, and prepping equipment such as cutting boards and counters.

  • Prepared custom orders for customers with dietary restrictions or allergies, ensuring their meals were safe for consumption.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by assisting cooks with food preparation.
  • Stocked cabinets and serving areas with condiments and refilled condiment containers.

Produce Assistant

Balclutha New World
01.2023 - 12.2024
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail when inspecting incoming shipments for quality control purposes, ensuring only the freshest produce reached store shelves.
  • Maintained a clean and organized produce department, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Assisted with training new team members, sharing best practices to help them adjust to a new working environment.
  • Reduced waste by effectively managing overstocked or expired items, implementing markdowns or donations as appropriate.
  • Helped ensure accurate pricing by regularly updating signage and price tags on all produce items.
  • Collaborated with team members to efficiently stock shelves and maintain inventory levels.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing knowledgeable and prompt assistance with product selection.

Childcare Volunteer

Rosebank Kindergarten
05.2024 - 10.2024
  • Supervised children of various ages on the playground.
  • Served as a positive role model, promoting healthy interpersonal behaviours.
  • Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow through various educational activities.
  • Boosted creativity through hands-on art projects that allowed children to express themselves freely while developing fine motor skills.
  • Complied with strict safety and organizational regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Watched and redirected inappropriate student behaviour.
  • Built strong, trusting relationships with children by being consistent, caring presence.
  • Supported children's learning and curiosity, engaging in storytelling and reading sessions.

Education

High School Diploma -

South Otago High School
Balclutha, NZ
10-2024

Skills

  • Menu planning
  • Food pairing
  • Problem-solving
  • Friendly
  • Cheerful and bubbly
  • Active listener
  • Patience and empathy
  • Reliable
  • Food handling preparation
  • Music and movement
  • Outdoor activities
  • Approachable

Timeline

Cook Helper

Jacks Street Food
08.2024 - Current

Childcare Volunteer

Rosebank Kindergarten
05.2024 - 10.2024

Produce Assistant

Balclutha New World
01.2023 - 12.2024

High School Diploma -

South Otago High School
Darrian Sutton