Jennah Laister
Summary
My name is Jennah Laister. I am a university student looking to gain a part time or full time position. I believe myself to be kind, respectful, proactive, and outgoing. I have a strong passion for rural and remote mental health and have always found myself helping others and engaging with the community. I am dedicated to my work and would appreciate any opportunity to learn new skills and gain experience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
YOUTH WORKER
Uniting Country
11.2023 - Current
- Delivering a child-focused and safe environment for children in the foster care system
- Organizing social outings, doctor appointments, after-school activities, general cleaning duties, recording and documenting daily activities and information through a client-based program and managing communications between young people and case workers.
- Promoted a safe, inclusive environment by establishing clear expectations and reinforcing positive behaviors among participants.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
LEAD KITCHEN MANAGER
Tickle Belly Hill
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labelling, and surface cleaning
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature
- Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Trained new employees on kitchen procedures, equipment usage, and recipe execution for consistent results across the team.
HOLIDAY PARK MANAGER & TRAINEE
Spear Creek Holiday Park
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Followed daily producers, planning events, and administrative tasks (phone calls, email, etc.)
- Other duties included planning and catering for school camps, using booking programs and Microsoft Office, and meeting customers' needs and expectations.
FRONT OF HOUSE
Maidens Lane Fine Foods
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Point of sale, table service, kitchen prep, and customer service
- Stocked front-of-house materials
- Maintained clean, organized environments for presentable front-of-house areas
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service
- Coordinated kitchen activities with front-of-house staff for seamless and service.
KITCHEN HAND
Traveler Rest Hotel
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Assisted in cookery and meal preparation, cleaning and safe food handling practices, and serving
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads
- Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Flinders University
Adelaide, SA03.2027
Skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Office Administration
- Computer literacy
- Positive demeanor
- Strong work ethic
- Organizational skills
- Mentoring abilities
- Food Preparation
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- National police check
- Working with children's check
- Safe food handling
- Child safe environments
- First Aid and CPR
Community Service
- Roxby Downs Scouting Group
- Roxby Downs Youth Group Leader
- Roxby Downs Council Youth Representative
- Port Augusta Scout Group
- Young Citizen of the Year 2016
References
Toyah Edward , 0477469172 , House supervisor, Uniting Country
Maddie Chapman , 0408242405, College at Uniting Country
Timeline
YOUTH WORKER
Uniting Country
11.2023 - Current
LEAD KITCHEN MANAGER
Tickle Belly Hill
01.2023 - 11.2023
HOLIDAY PARK MANAGER & TRAINEE
Spear Creek Holiday Park
04.2022 - 01.2023
FRONT OF HOUSE
Maidens Lane Fine Foods
01.2022 - 04.2022
KITCHEN HAND
Traveler Rest Hotel
01.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Flinders University
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