ISABEL SANTOS
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Ambitious, career-focused job seeker eager to obtain an entry-level position to help launch career. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Hand
The Local Umbrella Cafe ( Sensory Friendly Cafe )
Croydon, VIC
19/02/24 - Current
- Started as a Volunteer in October of 2023 and become a paid kitchen hand in February of 2024
- Greeted and welcomed customers, providing them with menus and taking coffee and food orders , processing them and using EFTPOS.
- Cleaned , organized and sorted toys in Play Area , sweep and mopped floors in Kitchen and Cafe and wiped down and cleared tables
- Demonstrated knowledge of menu items including ingredients and preparation methods for each dish offered on menu.
- Operated dishwashers to sanitize dishes and silverware.
- Set up serving trays for events or parties.
- Maintained inventory of kitchen supplies and equipment needs.
- Assisted in preparing meals by washing vegetables and fruits, cutting meats and other tasks as needed.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Team Member (Volunteer)
Freeza
Croydon, VIC
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Organized venues, budgets, guest lists, catering and event timelines.
- Created and improved materials for marketing and branding strategies.
- Participated in community events and developed relationships with public to attract new patrons.
- Used social media and radio to disseminate event-related details
- Negotiated between talent and various agencies for payment arrangements.
- Arranged meetings to discuss issues involving different teams.
Childcare Worker (Work Experience)
Grand Oaks Early Learning Centre
Lilydale, VIC
08.2019 - 09.2019
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Observed and monitored children.
- Recorded child behavior and food information for supervisors.
- Used positive reinforcement and behavior modeling to instill discipline in children.
Wellbeing Advocate (Volunteer)
City of Maroondah
Ringwood, VIC
01.2017 - 03.2018
- MYWA is a group of volunteers who work in partnership with Council to advocate for young people and to contribute to Council’s strategies and plans in the Youth sector
- Work on practical ways to help raise the wellbeing of young people in Maroondah
- Attended Council events and advocate for youth voice of Maroondah residents
- Provides young people with genuine opportunities to develop and apply their leadership and professional work skills, and use their strengths and skills to help their community.
- Gathered and analyzed information to advocate safety, well-being and progress.
- Presented to council workers to raise awareness and garner support for youth concerns and initiatives.
Education
VCAL -
Croydon Community School
Croydon, VIC12.2020
Certificate III - VET in Schools
Box Hill Institute of TAFE
Melbourne, VIC12.2020
Certificate II - VET in Schools
Box Hill Institute of TAFE
Melbourne, VIC12.2019
Skills
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- Technology skills
- Self-motivated
- Mature and responsible
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Positive Attitude
- Dedicated Work Ethic
- Effective customer communication
- Food Preparation
Timeline
Team Member (Volunteer)
Freeza
03.2022 - 12.2022
Childcare Worker (Work Experience)
Grand Oaks Early Learning Centre
08.2019 - 09.2019
Wellbeing Advocate (Volunteer)
City of Maroondah
01.2017 - 03.2018
Kitchen Hand
The Local Umbrella Cafe ( Sensory Friendly Cafe )
19/02/24 - Current
VCAL -
Croydon Community School
Certificate III - VET in Schools
Box Hill Institute of TAFE
Certificate II - VET in Schools
Box Hill Institute of TAFE
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