Kim Dening
Aberglasslyn,NSW
Summary
Proven professional with extensive experience in housekeeping and garment production, notably at Rydges Resort Hunter Valley. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork and quality control skills, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and garment craftsmanship. Achieved significant efficiency improvements through effective collaboration and meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Housekeeper
Rydges Resort Hunter Valley
Lovedale, NSW
03.2024 - Current
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
- Collaborated with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
- Maintained a spotless environment for guests through diligent daily housekeeping tasks.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Upheld high standards of sanitation in common areas, contributing to an inviting atmosphere for guests.
- Maximized efficiency of housekeeping operations through effective communication with team members and supervisors.
- Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by ensuring thorough cleaning and timely room turnovers.
- Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Ensured all rooms met hotel cleanliness standards by conducting regular inspections and addressing any issues promptly.
- Dusted picture frames and wall hangings with cloth.
- Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist.
- Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
- Restocked room supplies such as facial tissues for personal touch with every job.
- Contributed to property upkeep by proactively identifying and reporting maintenance needs to management.
- Verified cleanliness and organization of storage areas and carts.
- Prioritized guest comfort through attentive service, responding swiftly to special requests or concerns.
- Changed bed linens and collected soiled linens for cleaning.
- Restocked towels and amenities in bathrooms, bedrooms and kitchen spaces.
- Eliminated germs and minimized infection risk with expert bathroom and kitchen cleanings.
- Washed and put away kitchen dishes, utensils and glassware.
- Handled requests for extra linens, toiletries and other supplies.
Machinest
Sharkskin International
Beresfield, NSW
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Maintained an organized work area, ensuring efficient access to tools, materials, and supplies for optimal productivity.
- Produced high-quality garments through careful monitoring of stitch quality and consistency.
- Supported performance targets by maintaining clean and neat work areas.
- Operated sewing machines to join, reinforce, or decorate products and performed hand stitching for smaller projects.
- Met strict deadlines for garment production by efficiently managing workload and prioritizing tasks.
- Conducted routine sewing machine maintenance, lubrication, belt changes and lint removal.
- Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new machinery models as they were introduced into the workshop setting.
- Completed high-volume projects within tight deadlines while maintaining exceptional levels of craftsmanship in each piece produced.
- Observed machine production to check operations and proactively adjust settings to maintain targets.
- Assisted in training new employees on the operation and maintenance of sewing machines, promoting a supportive work environment.
- Reduced errors in garment assembly by following precise patterns provided by designers or clients.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow and consistent productivity in a fast-paced environment.
- Improved product quality by ensuring precise machine settings and accurate stitching techniques.
- Prevented materials waste by completing accurate measurements and precise cuts.
- Handled custom adjustments to create pieces meeting unique customer requirements.
Machinest
Mortels Sheepskin Factory
Thornton, NSW
04.2016 - 12.2022
- Maintained an organized work area, ensuring efficient access to tools, materials, and supplies for optimal productivity.
- Produced high-quality garments through careful monitoring of stitch quality and consistency.
- Supported performance targets by maintaining clean and neat work areas.
- Operated sewing machines to join, reinforce, or decorate products and performed hand stitching for smaller projects.
- Met strict deadlines for garment production by efficiently managing workload and prioritizing tasks.
- Conducted routine sewing machine maintenance, lubrication, belt changes and lint removal.
- Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.
- Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new machinery models as they were introduced into the workshop setting.
- Followed sewing instructions and inspected quality of finished pieces to exceed customer expectations.
- Completed high-volume projects within tight deadlines while maintaining exceptional levels of craftsmanship in each piece produced.
- Observed machine production to check operations and proactively adjust settings to maintain targets.
- Assisted in training new employees on the operation and maintenance of sewing machines, promoting a supportive work environment.
- Reduced errors in garment assembly by following precise patterns provided by designers or clients.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow and consistent productivity in a fast-paced environment.
Education
Scone High School
Scone, NSWSkills
- Teamwork
- Housekeeping
- Cleaning and organizing abilities
- Customer Service
- Bathroom cleaning
- Mopping and sweeping
- Vacuuming and sweeping
- Cleaning techniques
- Bed making proficiency
- Folding clean laundry
- Window Cleaning
- Quality Assurance
Timeline
Housekeeper
Rydges Resort Hunter Valley
03.2024 - Current
Machinest
Sharkskin International
01.2023 - 03.2024
Machinest
Mortels Sheepskin Factory
04.2016 - 12.2022
Scone High School