Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
Susan Wendy Manhire

Susan Wendy Manhire

Caregiver
Naenae,WGN

Summary

Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in caregiving and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Packhouse

Seeka NZF
02.2022 - Current
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.

Kaitiaki/Elderly Caregiver

Summerset Retirement Village
09.2022 - 09.2024
  • Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
  • Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.10-12 residents sometimes more
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted clients in maintaining a safe and clean living environment, promoting health and wellbeing.
  • Provided emotional support to seniors, fostering positive relationships and enhancing their overall mental health.
  • Enhanced elderly residents'' quality of life by providing compassionate care and assistance with daily activities.
  • Observed health status of clients to report changes and unusual occurrences to appropriate medical personnel.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Increased client satisfaction by offering companionship and engaging in meaningful conversations throughout the day.
  • Improved mobility for elderly individuals by assisting with exercises and physical therapy routines.
  • Maintained detailed records of client progress, updating healthcare professionals on any changes or concerns regularly.
  • To be able to do this job efficiently i feel you have to get to know the residents on a personal level.

Packhouse

Kaiaponi Farms
11.2020 - 09.2021
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.

Vineyard Laborer

South Island Contractors
01.2020 - 03.2021
  • Cut grape vines down to single or [Number] canes to promote growth of new shoots.
  • Removed weak and diseased shoots from vines to improve space and resource availability for healthy shoots to grow.
  • Assisted with erosion control by helping shape land and strategically use sod to prevent excess soil movement.
  • Supported vineyard operations through lifecycle of vines from spring pruning to fall harvests.
  • Kept vineyard facilities and equipment in good working order for ongoing operations.
  • Constructed fencing and other deterrents to keep out wildlife.
  • Communicated with coworkers and management to report challenges.
  • Assisted with maintenance and installation of irrigation equipment.
  • Planted, cultivated and harvested various types of trees, shrubs and plants.
  • Evaluate harvesting conditions and identify obstacles.
  • Led team of [Number] skilled and unskilled farm personnel.

Level 4 Data Entry Operator

Fonterra Whareroa Factory
01.2018 - 06.2019
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.

Commercial Cleaner

Spotless Facitlies Services NZ
01.2015 - 10.2017
  • Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping and scrubbing floors.
  • Maintained clean, neat and professional entrances.
  • Handled equipment, chemicals and materials properly and with caution.
  • Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
  • Organized and used industrial cleaning products following strict safety procedures.
  • Wiped down conference tables and reception desks to remove smears and fingerprints on surfaces.
  • Cleaned industrial job sites using maximum strength cleaning solutions and equipment.
  • Emptied wastebaskets to transport trash and waste to disposal area.
  • Used squeegees and cleaners to clean windows and glass partitions.
  • Delivered quality customer service to address urgent needs and cleaning requests.
  • Kept building entryway glass clean and polished for professional presentation.
  • Adhered to company policies for appearance, thoroughness and facility security.
  • Refilled soap dispensers and air fresheners in [Number] bathrooms.
  • Worked on cleaning team to service hotels, offices and other commercial buildings.
  • Ordered and stocked cleaning supplies based on current workload and upcoming jobs.
  • Restocked room supplies such as facial tissues for personal touch with every job.
  • Operated and maintained large carpet shampoo machines, industrial washing machines and dishwashers.
  • Performed inventory management to keep storage areas and carts well-stocked.
  • Moved around heavy equipment and furniture for storage or rearranging.
  • Improved building cleanliness with continuous sanitizing of high-touch areas.

Kitchenhand/Pizza Cook

Matarangi Golf Resort
09.2012 - 03.2014
  • Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
  • Monitored and maintained clean working areas and cooking surfaces.
  • Handled cash register operations by applying coupons, giving customer totals and processing cash and credit card payments.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
  • Used pizza cutter to slice pizzas according to size and customer specifications.
  • Prepared dough from scratch using old world recipe and added toppings, cheese and sauce for unique pies.
  • Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
  • Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
  • Collaborated with servers to collect information about specific customer desires and dietary needs.
  • Shared information with customers about menu items, preparation methods and ingredients.
  • Answered [Number] phone calls per day to take to-go and delivery orders, successfully delivering [Number]% of orders within [Number] minutes.
  • Unloaded delivery truck [Number] times per [Timeframe] to place food items and ingredients in designated space.
  • Suggested, promoted and upsold menu items, resulting in [Number]% increase in sales per [Timeframe].
  • Received incoming customer calls, recording order details and personal information and issuing estimates as to preparation and delivery times.
  • Stocked front-of-house materials.
  • Followed order specifications to select proper crust and topping ingredients, assembling full pizzas following company measurement standards.
  • Cooked assembled pizzas in oven, removed when done, allowed to cool, cut and boxed completed orders, entering real-time preparation updates in electronic system from start to finish.
  • Prepared fresh dough and other pre-made items, following store recipes to mix ingredients, allowing for sufficient rising or cooking and placing in cooler for storage until needed.

Cook/Enlisted Soldier

New Zealand Territorial Services
06.2003 - 11.2006
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Transitioned between breakfast and lunch service.
  • Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.

Education

No Degree - Home Economics

Stratford High School, Stratford
02.1986

Skills

  • Self-Motivated
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Good listening skills
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Attention to detail
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Infection control
  • Social interaction
  • Patient companionship
  • Patient care
  • First aid and safety
  • End-of-life care
  • Incontinence care
  • Elderly advocacy
  • Recreational activities
  • Data confidentiality

Accomplishments

    Supervised team of 10 staff members.

Certification

  • first aide Training introduction

Timeline

Kaitiaki/Elderly Caregiver - Summerset Retirement Village
09.2022 - 09.2024
Packhouse - Seeka NZF
02.2022 - Current
Packhouse - Kaiaponi Farms
11.2020 - 09.2021
Vineyard Laborer - South Island Contractors
01.2020 - 03.2021
Level 4 Data Entry Operator - Fonterra Whareroa Factory
01.2018 - 06.2019
Commercial Cleaner - Spotless Facitlies Services NZ
01.2015 - 10.2017
Kitchenhand/Pizza Cook - Matarangi Golf Resort
09.2012 - 03.2014
Cook/Enlisted Soldier - New Zealand Territorial Services
06.2003 - 11.2006
Stratford High School - No Degree, Home Economics
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