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Work History
Education
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Donna-Lea McKenzie

Rye,VIC

Summary

Hard working and friendly person who loves to bake and cook who is consistently prompt and willing to work a flexible schedule.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Secretary

Rye Cricket Club
Rye, VIC
Jul 2015 - Current
  • Volunteer work for a local sports club.
  • Player registrations.
  • Liaison with MPCA League and all other local clubs.
  • Order cricket supplies.
  • Purchase stock for Canteen and Bar.
  • Text players of all upcoming events and meetings.
  • Prepare and serve afternoon teas on a game day.
  • Cook meals.
  • Make all desserts for the Rye Gift Luncheon.

Kitchen Hand

Sunny Ridge Strawberry Farm
Main Ridge, VIC
08.2018 - 04.2019
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Sanitized all pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
  • Strategically plated hot meals and salads in aesthetically pleasing arrangements.
  • Used downtimes to prepare ingredients and restock supplies for expected busy periods.
  • Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock and following proper storage procedures.
  • Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items.
  • Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to ensure food safety for customers.
  • Compiled recipe ingredients and prepared for cooks by washing, cutting or measuring food items.
  • Checked pantry multiple times per shift and restocked it whenever food items were running low.
  • Promoted customer satisfaction by preparing food according to standard recipes with modifications based on individual customer requirements.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas throughout hours of operation and at close of business.
  • Ensured proper handling and preservation methods while packaging and storing food products.
  • Recorded, monitored, and maintained optimal and required food temperatures through kitchen, restaurant, and storage areas.
  • Cleaned and sanitized all work surfaces between preparation of various foods, avoiding cross-contamination while maintaining food safety guidelines.
  • Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.

House Cleaning

Fran Reeve
Rye, Victoria
May 2014 - Sep 2015

Cleaning of holiday rentals and private homes around the peninsula.

Receptionist

Rosebud Wreckers
Capel Sound, VIC
Oct 1999 - Dec 2001
  • Prepared packages for shipment, pickup or courier delivery to customers.
  • Greeted customers and visitors in-person and via telephone calls.
  • Answered telephone inquiries from clients, vendors and the public.
  • Greeted incoming customers in a professional manner and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Corresponded with clients through email, telephone, or postal mail.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees, including copying, faxing and file management.
  • Payroll
  • Banking
  • Collection of monies owed
  • Prepared all books for tax 

Cashier

Guest Street Milk Bar
Tootgarook, Victoria
Feb 1997 - Dec 1997
  • Greeted over 20 customers per day and communicated with them in order to take their orders.
  • Regularly checked the drawer to ensure that there were adequate cash and coin for transactions. 
  • Checked merchandise multiple times during each shift and restocked products when they were running low.
  • Received deliveries, unpacked boxes, checked off items in the system and put products in their respective places in the stockroom.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for maximum productivity.
  • Counted money in drawers at the beginning and end of each shift to ensure amounts were correct.
  • Took orders for drinks and food and input orders into the database.
  • Performed cash, card and check transactions for customer purchases.
  • Answered questions regarding the ingredients or availability of specific items on the menu.
  • Ran the register effectively and handled cash, credit, debit and personal check transactions.
  • Cleaned and organized register counters. 
  • Greeted customers with enthusiasm and offered to take their orders, filling them quickly and correctly.

Receptionist/Manager

Peninsula Pensioners Insurance
Rosebud, Victoria
Mar 1994 - Dec 1996
  • Responded to customer requests via telephone and email.
  • Analyzed departmental documents for appropriate distribution and filing.
  • Copied, logged and scanned supporting documentation.
  • Worked directly with clients, 
  • Liaised with head office and Insurance companies.
  • Entered details such as payments, account information and call logs into the computer system.
  • Banking and Payroll 

Education

High School Diploma - undefined

Rosebud Secondary College
Rosebud, VIC
1991

Cert 4 In Accounting - Accounting

Chisholm Institute
Frankston, VIC
2014

Skills

  • Office administration
  • Flexible
  • Cleaning abilities
  • Accounting
  • Baking/cooking

Timeline

Kitchen Hand

Sunny Ridge Strawberry Farm
08.2018 - 04.2019

Secretary

Rye Cricket Club
Jul 2015 - Current

House Cleaning

Fran Reeve
May 2014 - Sep 2015

Receptionist

Rosebud Wreckers
Oct 1999 - Dec 2001

Cashier

Guest Street Milk Bar
Feb 1997 - Dec 1997

Receptionist/Manager

Peninsula Pensioners Insurance
Mar 1994 - Dec 1996

High School Diploma - undefined

Rosebud Secondary College

Cert 4 In Accounting - Accounting

Chisholm Institute
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