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Tina McDonald

Summary

Versatile and achievement-oriented professional with a strong background in food safety and staff supervision, particularly noted during tenure at AsureQuality. Excelled in hazard analysis and implementing corrective actions, significantly enhancing regulatory compliance. Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities and attention to detail, mentoring teams to peak performance. Skilled in meat grading and fostering a culture of excellence across diverse roles.

Past 6 years spent looking after my partner who had a very serious motorcycle accident suffering from partially being paralyzed now recovered.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Carer

Partner
01.2018 - Current

I have looked after my Partner who suffered really bad trauma after a motorcycle accident and was partially paralyzed we are now at a excellent time as we he has a great amount of movement and his ability to be self sufficient in all of his daily tasks.

Nail Technician

NailsonDevon My Own Business
01.2013 - Current

Home based Acrylic and Gel nails business owned and run by myself

I really enjoy this and for a number of years

  • Utilized time management skills effectively when multitasking between multiple clients, ensuring all received timely and quality service.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized nail care treatments and recommendations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with customers to increase loyalty, trust and satisfaction.

Meat Inspector

AsureQuaility
01.2008 - 06.2017
  • Identified potential hazards during inspections, taking necessary steps to mitigate risks associated with contaminated or spoiled products.
  • Maintained accurate records of all inspections conducted, providing valuable data for future reference and analysis.
  • Observed destruction and disposal of condemned items to maintain control and prevent contamination of food chain.
  • Collaborated with plant management to implement corrective actions for identified deficiencies, resulting in increased regulatory compliance.
  • Evaluated employees' compliance with personal hygiene standards and food industry's Good Manufacturing Practices.
  • Informed management of concerns with production operations.
  • Completed and processed paperwork and reports outlining proper and improper operations.
  • Maintained quality inspection records database.
  • Achieved Level 5 Management course
  • Relieving in many other plants from Timaru to Balclutha and also Bluff

AI Technician

Live Stock Improvements
09.2009 - 01.2017
  • Managed multiple concurrent client projects, delivering high-quality results within tight deadlines while maintaining excellent communication throughout each project lifecycle.
  • Mentored junior AI technicians, sharing knowledge and expertise to foster professional growth within the team.
  • Aided insemination processes by inserting artificial equipment and biological samples to produce desired young.


Duty Manager

Robbie's Bar & Bistro
03.2006 - 10.2006
  • Trained employees in essential job functions.
  • Monitored daily financial reports, reconciling discrepancies to ensure accurate accounting records were maintained at all times.
  • Oversaw inventory management, ordering supplies as needed to maintain adequate stock levels and minimize waste.
  • Initiated plans to improve customer relations, quality standards, and service efficiency.
  • Handled employee-related issues to improve performance, professional conduct, and attendance reliability.
  • Responded to customer concerns by providing friendly, knowledgeable support, and maintaining composure and professionalism.

Duty Manager

Geraldine Town and Country Club
03.2005 - 10.2006
  • Responded to customer concerns by providing friendly, knowledgeable support, and maintaining composure and professionalism.
  • Monitored daily financial reports, reconciling discrepancies to ensure accurate accounting records were maintained at all times.
  • Till Balancing
  • Stock Control
  • Staff Control
  • Gaming Machines
  • Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.

Fish Filleter

Sanford's Timaru
10.1995 - 06.2005

Fish Filleter (A Grade)

Packer

Supervising Staff

Sito Training

Training new employees

Documentation of product unloaded from deep sea vessels


Share Fishing

Sanford's Deep Water Fleet
01.2001 - 10.2002

Packing

Training new staff filleting


Packing

Talley's Fisheries
02.1993 - 09.1995

Packing fish

  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring efficient packing procedures and minimal product damage.

Education

No Degree -

Waimate High School
Waimate, NZ

Skills

  • Hazard analysis
  • Meat grading
  • Supervising Staff
  • Training Staff

    Food Safety Regulations

    Time Management

    Attention to Detail

    Multitasking Abilities

Timeline

Private Carer

Partner
01.2018 - Current

Nail Technician

NailsonDevon My Own Business
01.2013 - Current

AI Technician

Live Stock Improvements
09.2009 - 01.2017

Meat Inspector

AsureQuaility
01.2008 - 06.2017

Duty Manager

Robbie's Bar & Bistro
03.2006 - 10.2006

Duty Manager

Geraldine Town and Country Club
03.2005 - 10.2006

Share Fishing

Sanford's Deep Water Fleet
01.2001 - 10.2002

Fish Filleter

Sanford's Timaru
10.1995 - 06.2005

Packing

Talley's Fisheries
02.1993 - 09.1995

No Degree -

Waimate High School
Tina McDonald