Yoga, meditation, playing the didgeridoo and water sports
Kirk Dalgrin
Cooroy, QLD
Summary
I am an experienced and compassionate, focused and creative, multi disciplined professional with a background in all aspects of care giving including day to day practical care, accurate and confidential record keeping, adhering to current legislation, providing spiritual and emotional support at end of life.
As a business owner and chef I am highly experienced with all aspects of running a successful business including staff motivation and training, budgeting and forecasting and having financial responsibility, excellent customer service, critical thinking, liasing with council to ensure bylaws are met.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Companion
BlueCare
02.2024 - Current
- Facilitated social interactions for isolated patients, promoting mental well-being and reducing feelings of loneliness.
- Promoted a positive environment within the home setting by engaging in meaningful conversations and recreational activities with the patient.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information, including vital signs, medical history, and progress notes for seamless care coordination among providers.
- Ensured patients'' safety by closely monitoring their health and promptly addressing any concerns or changes in condition.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care to their needs.
- Assisted with end-of-life care, providing comfort measures and emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Enhanced patient recovery by assisting with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
Disability Support Worker
Sunshine Coast Support Services
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Advocacy and record keeping as per policy and procedure and NDIS practice standards and SCSS participant management system.
Buisness Owner
Off The Hook Takeaway / Notch Restaurant
10.2016 - 01.2023
- Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
- Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality products/services offered.
- Managed financial operations to ensure fiscal responsibility, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and regularly updating staff on industry best practices.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Enhanced company profitability by reducing overhead costs and negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations by staying current on industry requirements and implementing necessary changes in operations.
- Fostered an inclusive workplace culture that valued diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Chef
The Beach House
03.2015 - 11.2016
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Surf Coach
Raven Surf School UK and Noosa Northshore
03.2013 - 08.2016
- Increased client retention by establishing strong rapport and open communication with students and parents.
- Mentored junior coaches in developing their own teaching styles while ensuring adherence to established coaching standards.
- Improved students'' surfing skills by providing personalized coaching and constructive feedback.
- Promoted a culture of respect and responsibility within the surf community through education on environmental conservation efforts.
Chef
Various
01.1995 - 09.2015
- My roles included head chef, restaurateur and freelance chef working at reputable restaurants including Leeuwin and Voyager Wineries in Margaret River, Owner of Cafe Bizarre in Albany and Freelance wedding chef at The Good Food Company in Cornwall, UK.
- Food preparation, business management, financial responsibility, staff training, customer satisfaction.
Education
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
TAFE QLD
QLDFood Safety Supervisor
TAFE QLD
QLDTrade Certificate Chef
Australian Business And Culinary Institute
WAHigh School Diploma -
Melville State High School
WACertificate III in Disability Support Work
TAFE QLD
QLD01-2023
Skills
- Multitasking abilities
- Flexible and adaptable
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
- Self-motivated
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Customer service
- Client relationship building
- Emotional support
- Applied Mindfulness
- Workplace Health and Safety
- Accurate and confidential record keeping
Interests
Timeline
Care Companion
BlueCare
02.2024 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Sunshine Coast Support Services
07.2023 - 02.2024
Buisness Owner
Off The Hook Takeaway / Notch Restaurant
10.2016 - 01.2023
Chef
The Beach House
03.2015 - 11.2016
Surf Coach
Raven Surf School UK and Noosa Northshore
03.2013 - 08.2016
Chef
Various
01.1995 - 09.2015
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
TAFE QLD
Food Safety Supervisor
TAFE QLD
Trade Certificate Chef
Australian Business And Culinary Institute
High School Diploma -
Melville State High School
Certificate III in Disability Support Work
TAFE QLD
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