Kelly Marie Law
Waitara,Taranaki
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Assistant Catering
KDJ Catering
Yarrow's Stadium-Tsb Race Course, Taranaki New Plymouth
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- assistance from the chef and production manager
- worked in various locations Methanex plant cafe preparation kitchen assistant TSB Stadium and race course assisting in various events
- food preparation
- cleaning
- school lunch program setting up and serving school students at spotswood collage twice a day morning tea and lunch
- rugby games at yarrow's stadium deep fryer position
- Measured ingredients required for specific food items being prepared.
- Ensured that all health regulations regarding food handling were followed during preparation process.
- Performed additional tasks assigned by chef or supervisor.
- Disposed of leftover food following health code guidelines.
- Prepared ingredients for cooking including portioning, chopping, and storing food before use.
- Sliced cooked meats for sandwiches and salads as well as carved roasts at carving stations in the kitchen.
- Maintained cleanliness of floors in the kitchen area throughout shift.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware.
- Labeled containers with identifying information like date prepared and expiration dates.
- Worked in fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
- Assisted in the plating and presentation of food for service.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes.
- Followed food safety standards and protocols.
- Cut, sliced, and diced vegetables and fruits for meal prep.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including slicers and blenders.
- Washed, peeled, and prepared raw food materials.
- Ensured compliance with portion sizes, quality standards, and kitchen rules.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Placed food trays over warmers for immediate service or stored in refrigerated storage cabinets.
- Ensured that all kitchenware was properly washed before being put away for storage.
Caregiver Dementia
brooklands memory care home
Welbourn, Taranaki
06.2015 - 03.2017
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
Caregiver Level 2
Riverside Lifecare
Merrilands, New Plymouth Taranaki
2017 - 2019
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Ensured that safety protocols were followed at all times within the Personal Care Home.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Documented patient status and reported changes in care needs.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
Cleaner
A + cleaner
Auckland Princes Wharf
2020 - 2021
- Followed all health and safety regulations when handling chemicals and cleaning solutions.
- Changed bed linens, made beds with fresh linens after guests checked out.
- Inspected bathrooms for cleanliness and replenishment of supplies.
- Delivered requested items to guest rooms in a timely manner.
- Informed supervisor when additional cleaning tasks were required during shift.
- Replenished amenities in all guest rooms according to established standards.
- Vacuumed carpets, dusted furniture, washed windows and walls.
- Checked for damaged or missing items in each room.
- Cleaned and polished furniture, fixtures and other surfaces in guest rooms.
- Organized housekeeping carts with necessary supplies at the start of shift.
- Completed daily list of rooms to turnover between guests, consistently meeting deadlines and completing thorough work.
- Emptied wastebaskets and cleaned ashtrays to transport trash and waste to disposal areas.
- Used wheeled cart to carry linens, towels and cleaning supplies from room to room.
- Delivered ironing boards, baby cribs and rollaway beds to guests' rooms.
- Dusted and polished fixtures and cabinet hardware to maintain sparkling appearance.
Sawmill Worker-planning Mill-fingerjoint
360 agent
New Plymouth Central, Taranaki
2022 - 2023
- Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate tasks efficiently.
- Remove excess material from boards after they have been milled.
- Inspect lumber for defects and grade according to standards.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
- Counted, sorted and stacked finished workpieces.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Health Disability And Aged Support Level 4
Skill New Zealand
Manukau, NZ12-2022
Some College (No Degree) - Health And Wellbeing Level 2
Careerforce
Online Working For Bupa Home Care11-2017
First Steps To Small Business
Te Wananga O
New Plymouth, Taranaki ,NZ02-2016
Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Attention to Detail
- Organization and Time Management
- Leadership
- Active Listening
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Self-Directed
- Calm Under Pressure
- Documentation
- Care Plan Adherence
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Companionship
- Behavioral Management
- Meal Preparation
- Progress Documentation
- Incident Reporting
- Basic Housekeeping
- Compassionate client care
- Heavy Lifting
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Strong Ethics
- Time Management
- First aid and safety
- Relationship Building
- Behavior redirection
- Disability Support
- Elderly Care
- Hoyer Lifting Equipment
- Supportive Companionship
- Indirect Patient Care
- Problem-Solving
- Dementia Care
- Housekeeping
- Patient Care
- Flexible Schedule
- Client documentation
- Emotional Support
- Dependable and Responsible
- Compassionate Care
- Special Needs Care
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Daily living assistance
- highly motivated
- follow policy and procedures
- always use infection control
- Food preparation techniques
- Food Storage
- Kitchen station organization
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Production Planning
- Food Safety
- Safe Food Handling
- Knife Skills
- Chef assistance
- Ingredient Preparation
- Portion Control
- Dishwashing
Timeline
Kitchen Assistant Catering
KDJ Catering
04.2023 - 11.2023
Caregiver Dementia
brooklands memory care home
06.2015 - 03.2017
Caregiver Level 2
Riverside Lifecare
2017 - 2019
Cleaner
A + cleaner
2020 - 2021
Sawmill Worker-planning Mill-fingerjoint
360 agent
2022 - 2023
Some College (No Degree) - Health Disability And Aged Support Level 4
Skill New Zealand
Some College (No Degree) - Health And Wellbeing Level 2
Careerforce
First Steps To Small Business
Te Wananga O
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