Madeleine Yorston
Summary
Reliable and adaptable individual with experience across caring for children of all ages, hospitality, and cleaning. Strong background in customer service and working in fast paced environments through waitressing roles, with a focus on efficiency, communication, and attention to detail.
Experienced in housesitting, babysitting and pet care. With a proven ability to maintain safe, clean, and well managed home environments. Skilled in food planning and travel organisation, demonstrating strong time management, planning, and organisational abilities.
Confident working independently or as part of a team, with a positive attitude and a commitment to providing high quality care and service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Educator
Happyland Kids
Gold Coast, QLD
10.2022 - 12.2024
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse age groups.
- Implemented age-appropriate activities fostering physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
- Supervised children during playtime, promoting safety and encouraging positive interactions.
- Communicated regularly with parents about children's developmental progress and dietary requirements, fostering strong home-school connections.
- Collaborated with team members to create a positive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior with positive reinforcement techniques, cultivating a supportive and respectful learning environment.
- Maintained cleanliness in play and learning areas to promote health standards.
- Supported integration of immigrant children and families into classroom community.
Cleaner
Airbnb Hoilday Cleaner
Gold Coast , QLD
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Cleaned and sanitized properties for guest arrivals and departures.
- Managed laundry and linen services, ensuring fresh bedding and towels for guest satisfaction.
- Restocked essential supplies, including toiletries and cleaning materials.
- Coordinated with hosts to fulfill specific cleaning requests and preferences, enhancing guest experience.
- Maintained inventory of cleaning tools and equipment, supporting seamless cleaning operations.
- Communicated effectively with team members to streamline cleaning processes.
- Disinfected high-touch surfaces, including doorknobs, light switches, and computers.
- Inspected rooms for cleanliness prior to guest arrival.
Fast Food Employee
Billys Chickens
Gold Coast , QLD
12.2016 - 06.2020
- Provided outstanding customer service in fast-paced environment, enhancing customer experience.
- Prepared food items adhering to safety and hygiene standards.
- Processed customer transactions accurately while handling cash register operations.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly, achieving high satisfaction ratings.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and dining areas consistently.
- Trained team members on company procedures and policies, fostering team knowledge and compliance.
- Performed closing duties including counting money, restocking supplies, and cleaning equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southport State High School
Gold Coast, QLD12-2020
Certificate 3 - Early Childhood Care And Education
Imagine Education
Gold Coast, QLD12-2019
Certificate 2 - Tourism And Hospitality
Traineeship
Gold Coast, QLD10-2018
Skills
- Child care support
- Lesson planning
- Personal care activities
- Emotional support
- Sensory facilitation
- Meal planning
- Nutritional support
- Sanitation practices
- Documentation management
- Time management skills
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Positive attitude
Affiliations
- Housesitting
- Babysitting
- Petsitting
- Waitressing
- Runraw Marathon Volunteer
- Meal planning
- Gardening
- Cleaning and Organisation
Certification
- NDIS Disability Worker Screening
- Working With Children - Bluecard
Timeline
Childcare Educator
Happyland Kids
10.2022 - 12.2024
Cleaner
Airbnb Hoilday Cleaner
08.2020 - 07.2022
Fast Food Employee
Billys Chickens
12.2016 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
Southport State High School
Certificate 3 - Early Childhood Care And Education
Imagine Education
Certificate 2 - Tourism And Hospitality
Traineeship