Amanpreet Kaur Sekhon
25a Pierre Road Modbury,SA
Summary
Committed Personal Care Assistant skilled in supervising and assisting clients with meal preparation and daily activities to promote independence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Kensington Aged Care Facility, Premier Health Care
2016.10 - 2020.05
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Personal Care Assistant
Healthcare Australia
2017.09 - 2020.02
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Cook
Kensington Aged Care Facility, Premier Health Care
2017.01 - 2020.05
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Ensured adherence to dietary restrictions like gluten-free or vegan options without compromising taste or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Planned menus for different events, seasons and residents requests.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Kitchen Hand
Extra Staff
2016.11 - 2017.12
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipments.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff members to ensure smooth workflow during peak dining hours.
- Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
Education
TAFE SA - International Centre For Hospitality, Tourism, And Food Studies
Adelaide, SA12.2022
Diploma - Certificate III in Aged Care CHC30212
SMP Training Centre
Adelaide, SA08.2016
Diploma - Basic Food Handling
Eclipse Vale Pty. Ltd.
Geelong, VIC10.2016
Master of Science - Master of Computer Science
Punjab Technical University
Jalandhar, Punjab (India)11.2012
Skills
- Daily living assistance
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Compassionate Care
- Multitasking and Organization
Additional Information
Reference
Vandana Kashyap
Care Services Manager
0433860019
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Healthcare Australia
2017.09 - 2020.02
Cook
Kensington Aged Care Facility, Premier Health Care
2017.01 - 2020.05
Kitchen Hand
Extra Staff
2016.11 - 2017.12
Personal Care Assistant
Kensington Aged Care Facility, Premier Health Care
2016.10 - 2020.05
TAFE SA - International Centre For Hospitality, Tourism, And Food Studies
Diploma - Certificate III in Aged Care CHC30212
SMP Training Centre
Diploma - Basic Food Handling
Eclipse Vale Pty. Ltd.
Master of Science - Master of Computer Science
Punjab Technical University
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