Gurleen Kaur
Para Hills,sa,Adelaide
Summary
Proven childcare provider at Green Leaf School, adept in fostering emotional development and ensuring safety, leveraged patience, empathy, and CPR training to enhance child well-being. Excelled in behavior management and activity planning, achieving significant improvements in child engagement and safety protocols. Demonstrated a strong ability to meet employer needs through effective interpersonal relationships and hygiene practices. Caring and competent Childcare Provider experienced in keeping kids safe while nurturing development with age-appropriate activities. Strong verbal and written communication skills, organized nature, and proactive approach to solving problems and managing conflict. Outgoing child caregiver with experience caring for children while providing encouragement and kindness. Expert at guiding playtime, leading exercise activities, and teaching rules. Creative planner with gift for keeping children engaged long-term with fun activities.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Provider
Green Leaf School
02.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
- Administered first aid when needed, adhering to established protocols to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Managed behavior issues effectively using positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a respectful atmosphere within the childcare setting.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Assisted children in developing fine motor skills through play-based learning activities such as puzzles and stacking blocks.
- Fostered creativity with various arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and selfexpression.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child''s achievements or concerns while offering guidance on home-based support strategies.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Worked with children to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills.
- Oversaw smooth drop-off/pick-up transitions by maintaining open communication with parents and ensuring a safe environment for children.
Picker Packer
Burlington
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Scanned packages and boxes and moved to loading dock for shipment.
- Enhanced order accuracy by carefully picking and packing items per customer specifications.
- Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
- Checked packing slips and other documentation to appropriately box items requested by clientele.
- Prepared shipments for safe transportation by securely wrapping pallets and labeling packages according to company guidelines.
- Prepared orders for shipment by inserting associated paperwork, tagging boxes, and scanning barcodes to upload package data to tracking system.
- Protected materials for transport by correctly packaging products in boxes and crates.
- Maintained warehouse cleanliness and safety, conducting regular inspections to prevent hazards or accidents.
- Reduced shipping errors by thoroughly checking each item before packaging for shipment.
- Consistently met daily quotas while maintaining high-quality standards in product handling during the picking process.
- Demonstrated ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail, resulting in more accurate order fulfillment rates over time.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall productivity and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Expedited order processing by utilizing a barcode scanner to accurately select items from shelves.
- Demonstrated adaptability during peak season periods by quickly adjusting to increased workloads and demands.
- Assisted with loading and unloading trucks, ensuring proper handling of fragile items to minimize breakage or damage.
- Improved efficiency within the team by sharing knowledge of optimal picking routines.
Kitchen Hand
Spice Lounge
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff members to ensure smooth workflow during peak dining hours.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
- Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
- Assisted with meal presentation, garnishing dishes, and arranging serving platters to create an appealing visual display.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Developed strong time management skills, effectively prioritizing tasks to ensure completion within allocated timeframes.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to strict health and safety guidelines during all tasks performed in the kitchen.
- Maintained proper food storage procedures to preserve ingredient freshness while minimizing risks of contamination or spoilage.
- Unloaded food deliveries and stored items in proper locations for easy access.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by efficiently handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously under pressure.
- Prepared simple menu items independently when necessary while maintaining high-quality standards set forth by chefs or supervisors.
- Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new techniques, recipes, and procedures as required for various culinary tasks.
- Reduced waste by effectively managing inventory levels and rotating stock to maintain freshness.
Sandwich Artist
Subway
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Greeted guests, promoted specials, and took orders.
- Operated the cash register with accuracy, ensuring proper handling of transactions.
- Kept workplace clean and organized in line with restaurant policies.
- Increased speed of service through effective multitasking and time management skills.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a smooth workflow during busy hours.
- Demonstrated flexibility by covering shifts when needed, ensuring consistent staffing levels for optimal operation.
- Prepared and served hot and cold sandwiches based on customer preferences.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, maintaining positive relationships and promoting repeat business.
- Promoted hygiene practices within the team by consistently following food safety guidelines and regulations.
- Restocked and rotated stock in display case to mitigate stock loss.
- Prepared and presented food in compliance with health and safety guidelines.
Education
Bachelor Of Cooking - Cookery
Durban International College
Adelaide, SABachelor Of Information And Communication - Information And Communication Technology
University of Tasmania
Launceston, TAS07.2023
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education
Durban International College
Adelaide, SA06.2023
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Child Supervision
- CPR training
- Childcare
- Positive Reinforcement
- Safety understanding
- Hygiene and Cleanliness
- Activity Planning
- Child Development
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Safety awareness
- Housekeeping abilities
- Behavior management techniques
- Emotional development
Certification
Certificate 3 in early childhood education and training
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
4-day work weekFlexible work hoursWork-life balanceTimeline
Childcare Provider
Green Leaf School
02.2024 - Current
Picker Packer
Burlington
09.2023 - 01.2024
Kitchen Hand
Spice Lounge
07.2023 - 12.2023
Sandwich Artist
Subway
04.2023 - 07.2023
Bachelor Of Cooking - Cookery
Durban International College
Bachelor Of Information And Communication - Information And Communication Technology
University of Tasmania
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education
Durban International College
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