Harley Walker
Stawell,Australia
Summary
Compassionate Disability Support Worker with experience in providing personalized care and assistance to individuals with disabilities. Strengths include strong interpersonal skills, adaptability to diverse situations, and knowledge of various therapeutic techniques. Previous work has shown ability to foster independence among clients while ensuring safety and comfort.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Produce Assistant
Ritchies IGA
Stawell, Vic
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted customers with selecting produce items and providing nutritional information.
- Maintained freshness of fruits and vegetables by stocking shelves, rotating stock, and removing expired items.
- Organized backroom storage area to ensure efficient use of space for incoming shipments.
- Checked in deliveries and inspected quality of produce for bruising or spoilage.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas to meet health regulations.
- Set up displays to promote special products or seasonal items.
- Monitored inventory levels on a daily basis to determine re-stocking needs.
- Followed store policies regarding product returns and exchanges.
- Provided excellent customer service by promptly responding to inquiries about availability of products.
- Collaborated with co-workers in order to complete tasks quickly and efficiently.
- Rotated stock to maintain freshness.
Chef Assistant
Country Delights
St.arnaud, Vic
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Assisted Chef in preparing ingredients for various dishes.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen equipment, appliances, and utensils.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas throughout shift.
- Prepared salads, sandwiches, appetizers, and other menu items as instructed by Chef.
- Monitored temperatures of ovens and grills to ensure proper cooking times were observed.
- Documented daily production sheets for each dish prepared.
- Checked freshness of food products prior to use.
- Transported cooked foods from kitchen area to dining area promptly.
- Assembled trays for catering events according to customer specifications.
- Displayed a positive attitude while working under pressure in a busy environment.
- Monitored food expiration dates and removed rotated items to prevent foodborne illnesses.
- Assisted head chef in developing new menus and planning seasonal recipes.
Disability Support Worker
Pinnacle
Stawell/Ararat, Vic
10.2018 - 04.2020
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as eating, dressing, and grooming.
- Provided emotional support to individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
- Monitored client progress and reported any changes in behavior or health conditions to supervisor.
- Developed strategies to help individuals cope with their disability.
- Encouraged independence by teaching skills needed for everyday life.
- Assisted in developing self-care skills such as personal hygiene practices.
- Participated in team meetings with supervisors, doctors, nurses, therapists.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths and wheelchairs by following safe lifting techniques.
- Facilitated communication between caregivers and clients regarding current issues or concerns related to client's health status or well-being.
- Administered medication to patients according to strict schedules.
- Guided clients in development of skills and strategies for dealing with individual problems.
- Monitored and evaluated client progress compared to measurable treatment and care plan goals.
Machine Operator
Statewide Recycling
Stawell, Australia
01.2018 - 09.2018
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Replace worn tools, sharpen cutting tools, adjust machinery components.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Keep detailed reports of maintenance activities performed on machinery.
- Collaborate with other departments when necessary for successful completion of projects.
- Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify potential hazards or risks within working environment.
- Assisted with troubleshooting issues that arose with facility production processes.
- Performed daily inspections of plant systems, identifying potential problems and taking corrective action as needed.
Chef Hand
Black Panther Café/Bar
Halls Gap, Australia
02.2017 - 01.2018
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Checked quality of raw materials before use.
- Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labelling systems.
- Created weekly schedules for employees based on projected business volume.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Exercised portion control for items served, eliminating waste.
Kitchen Staff Member
McDonald's
Stawell, Australia
03.2015 - 12.2016
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared in accordance with restaurant standards.
- Kept track of food waste and spoilage to ensure minimal loss.
- Operated various kitchen appliances such as mixers, slicers, ovens, grills .
- Stocked and replenished kitchen supplies and ingredients as needed.
- Communicated effectively with waitstaff regarding order tickets for accurate delivery times.
- Cleaned and sanitized frequently to maintain health code standards.
- Contributed to successful kitchen operations with smooth handling of daily checklists.
- Restocked pantry with nonperishable food items to prevent stock from running low.
- Followed recipes and customer requests to prepare meals.
- Partnered with chef to cook food and comply with food preservation guidelines.
Conservation Volunteer
Conservation Volunteers Australia
Halls Gap, Australia
10.2014 - 05.2015
- Assisted in the development of conservation plans and strategies.
- Cleaned up debris from hiking trails, beaches, and parks.
- Collected data on species population and migratory patterns.
- Maintained records of wildlife sightings for research purposes.
- Repaired trails that had been damaged by erosion or overuse.
- Used GPS technology to track animal movements across the landscape.
- Assisted researchers with field work related to endangered species protection efforts.
- Removed undesirable or diseased trees with hand and power saws.
- Considered factors such as native species, ecological diversity, and conservation desires when making plans.
- Erected signs and fences to control or direct activities of people and animals.
- Alerted forest users about fire conditions, safety hazards and general forest use regulations to provide optimal protection and prevent harm.
Education
Year 12 graduate -
MARIAN COLLEGE
ARARAT12.2014
Skills
- Working in a fast-paced environment
- People skills
- Ability to adapt
- Ability to quickly respond to new tasks
- Ability to problem solve
- Quality Control
- Punctuality
- Honesty and Integrity
- Performance Improvement
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Strong Work Ethic
- Flexible Schedule
- Positive Attitude
Certification
- First Aid Certificate, Not renewed
- Work Safety Certificate, Not renewed
- other training acquired while employed by Pinnacle INC. includes: peg, manual handing, medication, hoists, bus/transport safety.
References
Tammy Walker, Mother, 0429980799
Paul Dean, Previous Rental Owner, 0417596938,
Jaxon Hall, Previous employer: 0423715583
Kayle Kingdon, Previous Manager: 0405905242
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 25/05/1996
PH: 0435798067
Address: 32 Sloane Street Stawell
Email: Harleywalker1996@gmail.com
Timeline
Produce Assistant
Ritchies IGA
02.2024 - Current
Chef Assistant
Country Delights
08.2020 - 01.2021
Disability Support Worker
Pinnacle
10.2018 - 04.2020
Machine Operator
Statewide Recycling
01.2018 - 09.2018
Chef Hand
Black Panther Café/Bar
02.2017 - 01.2018
Kitchen Staff Member
McDonald's
03.2015 - 12.2016
Conservation Volunteer
Conservation Volunteers Australia
10.2014 - 05.2015
Year 12 graduate -
MARIAN COLLEGE
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