- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
- Knitting and Crocheting
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
Jasmine Macdonald
Ashburton,CAN
Summary
I am a young woman who is looking to start a new journey. I have worked at New World for over 19 years and now I am wanting to venture into full time paid youth work. I have a big passion for youth. I enjoy being able to help guide and direct them to where they need to go and who they need to become. I am endeavouring to work with youth to help them achieve any goals they may have.
I have been the youth leader for the Ashburton Salvation Army for nearly three years now but prior to that I also have had experience working with youth and children in Invercargill Salvation Army.
I am willing to work on and learn new skills as they are required in this youth role. I enjoy seeing how and where I can use these skills and what they can help me achieve.
I am teachable, reliable,punctual, honest,caring, adaptable, and a good listener.
I value Confidentiality to be a be a very important skill and I am always making sure that I am adhering to this value in every thing I do.
I am ready to help do my part in the lives of the youth in this community and build a rapport and a relationship with them and their families.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Bakery Assistant
Ashburton New World
Ashburton, CAN
11.2023 - Current
- Maintained clean, organized kitchen to maximize efficiency and food safety.
- Washed dishes and sanitized prep area at end of each shift.
- Stored, labeled, and replenished supplies in compliance with food safety regulations.
- Decorated baked goods and designed visually appealing displays of finished products.
- Maintained high-quality standards by following proper baking techniques and adhering to strict hygiene guidelines.
- Packaged customer purchases with care and strong organizational skills to facilitate easy carrying and prevent product shifting.
- Expedited customer orders through effective communication with the baking team, ensuring timely completion of requested items.
- assisted with different tasks that needed completed.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating with team members and assisting in various tasks as needed.
- Used utensils and equipment to portion, wrap and display bakery items.
- Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes, and pies to drive product sales.
Youth Leader Volunteer
Ashburton Salvation Army
Ashburton, CAN
02.2022 - Current
- Enhanced youth engagement by organizing team-building activities and group discussions.
- Cultivated a culture of trust within the group through regular check-ins with individual participants about their experiences in the program.
- Promoted personal development among youths by providing guidance on goal-setting, time management, and decision-making skills.
- Empowered youths to take ownership of their personal growth by encouraging them to lead workshops or contribute ideas for program improvements.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere by fostering open communication between participants, parents, and staff members.
- Collaborated with fellow volunteers to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all attendees.
- Provided guidance and support to participants to promote memorable experiences.
- Helped provide a space where youth can come and talk in confidence as I feel this is a very important part of youth work.
- I have also helped the youth to discover some of the different carrier choices they may like to choose to do in the future. I have utilised the people in the community to come and talk to the youth regarding these carriers and what skills they would require.
- I am at the moment helping teach and mentor a young lady who is wanting to become a youth leader too. I am teaching her many skills needed to do this line of work. I am providing her with leadership opportunities within the running of our youth group.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of community service projects for youths to gain practical experience and give back to their communities.
Service Deli Assistant
New World Ashburton
Ashburton, CAN
11.2009 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to complete daily tasks efficiently, ensuring a smooth workflow within the department.
- Effectively managed high-volume periods by prioritizing tasks and maintaining composure under pressure.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service at the deli counter.
- Assisted customers with product selection, offering recommendations based on individual preferences and dietary needs.
- Provided exceptional service to customers by promptly addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and maintaining a positive attitude.
- Received numerous positive customer reviews for exceptional service skills and engaging demeanor at the counter.
- Contributed to store-wide promotions by creating visually appealing displays that showcased featured deli items.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict sanitation standards for optimal food safety.
- Demonstrated expert knowledge of various meats, cheeses, salads, and other deli items to assist customers in making informed choices.
- Ensured freshness and quality of products by monitoring expiration dates and rotating stock accordingly.
- Prepared custom sandwich orders with precision and attention to detail, resulting in increased repeat business.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Listened to customer requests and suggested additional menu items as appropriate to upsell products.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Delivered exemplary customer service to guests, even in peak business periods to promote retention.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Responded to telephone inquiries regarding available products and services and helped customers make appropriate choices.
- Prepared salads, soups and sandwiches for customers.
Education
Variety of Subjects
Mt Anglem College
Invercargill, NZVariety of Topics
Tweedsmuir
Invercargill, NZNo Degree - Ministry Internship Diploma
Bible College NZ
Invercargill, NZ09-2005
Skills
- Punctuality
- Planning events for youth group
- Good time management
- Good communication Skills
- Mentoring Skills (I am mentoring a young youth leader at the moment)
- Leadership skills at work and at youth
Accomplishments
- Achieved an effective youth group by completing my leadership roles and responsibilities with accuracy and efficiency
- Achieved a group of youth who have developed a value of helping others through effectively helping with any odd jobs the people in the community need help with. This is a big achievement.
- Collaborated with team of other leaders with in the church to help me to effectively run and organise the events offered during youth group.
- Achieved new leadership skills throughout my youth leader ministry such as, problem solving, confidence, planning skills, time management etc.
- Achieved a strong desire to see and help aid youth to become who they desire to become in the future.
Interests
Timeline
Bakery Assistant
Ashburton New World
11.2023 - Current
Youth Leader Volunteer
Ashburton Salvation Army
02.2022 - Current
Service Deli Assistant
New World Ashburton
11.2009 - Current
Variety of Subjects
Mt Anglem College
Variety of Topics
Tweedsmuir
No Degree - Ministry Internship Diploma
Bible College NZ