Motivated and compassionate individual holding a Certificate III in Health Services Assistance, seeking an entry-level Nursing Assistant position at Australian Red Cross Lifeblood. Eager to apply foundational healthcare knowledge in a practical setting, contribute to high-quality patient care, and grow within a reputable organization committed to community health. Dedicated to learning, teamwork, and building a long-term career in the healthcare industry.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Services Officer(Food Service and Laundry)
Opal HealthCare (Lansdowne Gardens on Wycombe)
08.2024 - Current
Cafe responsibilities:
Operating EFTPOS when customer is paying and tablet machine for processing credit transactions for the residents.
Preparing food items such as sandwiches and wraps.
Providing customers with information about available products and presenting menu and providing detailed information when asked.
Cleaning cafe equipment like coffee machines, sandwich press, over toaster, microwave, dishwashers, milkshake machine, fridge and freezer.
Cleaning the cafe counters, tables, shelves, bin and the floor to ensure that facilities are neat and orderly at all times.
Delivering food or drink orders to customers’ tables.
Monitoring expenditure, stock, wastage and use-by dates and inform manager for item need to order.
Responding promptly and professionally to any customer feedback, comments or complaints.
Welcoming anyone who enters the building when you are on shift and when the front desk is not manned, advising them as necessary.
Being familiar and up-to-date with residents dietary requirements.
Enhanced customer/resident satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service.
Ensured compliance with health regulations through frequent cleaning and sanitation practices within the food preparation area.
Maintained proper food storage procedures, reducing waste and ensuring optimal freshness for all menu items.
Adhered to all safety regulations regarding food handling and preparation, ensuring a healthy and enjoyable dining experience for guests.
Tea Lady responsibilities:
Collecting residents water jugs in their room. Wash, refill water jugs and return to all residents room.
Wash and change cordial dispenser each floor in the facility.
Preparing tea cakes and cookies for scheduled tea service.
Offering tea and coffee to residents during scheduled rounds with beverage trolley.
Collecting all used cups and saucer, wash and prepare for the next tea time. Clean the tea trolley and refill items like sugar, tea bags and cookies.
Clean all coffee machine in each servery and refill coffee beans.
Kitchen hand responsibilities:
Food preparation for breakfast, lunch or dinner like soup, fruit plate and fruit salad.
Assembling dessert.
Transporting heated meal boxes to all serveries within the facility.
Collecting dirty dishes from serveries to the kitchen and wash.
Distributing washed and sanitized to all serveries.
Dishwashing duties ensuring all used items in the kitchen are washed and sanitized.
Assisting in sorting and storing stock deliveries in appropriate area.
Providing occasional assistance in making sandwiches and assembling dessert.
Occasionally assisting with basic baking tasks for tea cakes and desserts
Performing routine kitchen cleaning tasks including trash removal, sink sanitation and floor cleaning.
Contributed to a safer kitchen environment by strict cleanliness protocols, organizing equipment storage, and reporting faulty tools and equipment.
Responding promptly to requests and orders from serveries to the kitchen.
Laundry responsibilities:
Operated commercial laundry equipment including washers, dryers, and pressing machines, ensuring optimal settings for various fabric types and load sizes.
Sorted, organized, and prepared laundry items based on washing requirements to enhance efficiency and quality of service.
Monitored chemical levels in laundry machines and replenished supplies as necessary.
Inspected soiled articles to identify stains, colour imperfections, or items needing special treatment; examined dried linens for residual issues.
Maintained and cleaned laundry equipment, including machine filters.
Promptly reported malfunctioning laundry equipment to maintenance for timely repair.
Adhered to strict health and safety standards to maintain a clean and hazard-free work environment.
Managed labelling of personal clothing items to support efficient laundry processing.
Ensured correct sorting of residents’ clothes for efficient distribution to respective rooms.
Handled ironing and pressing of tablecloths and linen serviettes for dining service preparation.
Addressed and resolved promptly to all laundry -related inquiries and issues to ensure residents satisfaction.
Regularly cleaned and sanitized laundry workspaces to uphold hygiene standards.
Food Service Assistant
Monte Sant Angelo Mercy College
03.2023 - 07.2024
Assisted the college chef with food preparation for canteen and catering services, including simple cooking, salad making, and sandwich assembly.
Printed and organized labels for school lunch orders accurately.
Sorted drinks and lunch orders by student year group to streamline distribution.
Prepared and packaged food items for breakfast, recess, and lunch service, ensuring all allergy records were double-checked for accuracy.
Restocked and refilled drinks fridges regularly to maintain availability.
Provided friendly and efficient customer service to students, teachers, and staff during busy meal periods.
Received and checked stock deliveries against supplier invoices to ensure accuracy.
Applied FIFO (First In, First Out) method for storing food items in cool rooms and freezers, labeling all stock with best before dates.
Monitored expiry dates of food and drinks across all storage areas including fridge, freezer, and dry stores.
Maintained stock levels and updated shopping lists for the manager to facilitate timely ordering.
Operated industrial coffee machine to prepare and serve coffee for staff and students.
Handled cash register operations, assisting staff and students with transactions during meal times.
Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment including ovens, stoves, pie ovens, fridges, freezers, hot boxes, coffee machines, cutting machines, and microwaves.
Ensured continuous supply of coffee, tea, and sugar across all school kitchen departments.
Managed the cleaning and laundering of soiled tea towels, oven mitts, and aprons at the end of each day.
Delivered catering requests efficiently within the school campus.
Supported the chef with food setup for large school events and campus catering including staff morning teas, after-school events, and executive meetings.
Responsible for post-event catering cleanup to maintain hygiene standards.
Managed catering inventory including boxes, plates, cups, utensils, urns, and percolators to ensure readiness for all events.
Kitchen Hand Part Time
Team Kids (Team Holiday Pty Ltd.)
08.2022 - 03.2023
Assisted the school chef in preparing hot and cold meals for children, ensuring nutritional standards and food safety.
Performed simple cooking tasks as needed to support meal preparation.
Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment, including dishwasher, stove, oven, kitchen tables, and floors at the end of each day to ensure hygiene standards.
Organized kitchen cupboards and refrigerator to maintain an orderly and efficient workspace.
Checked food expiration and best before dates regularly to ensure food quality and safety.
Assisted and served children during lunch and snack times, providing friendly and attentive support.
Occasionally supervised children during meal times or activities as needed.
Assisted with food shopping occasionally to replenish kitchen supplies.
Household Assistant
Private Employers
07.2010 - 09.2012
Prepared meals ensuring nutritional balance and timely service.
Maintained household cleanliness through vacuuming, mopping, and window cleaning.
Provided daily care for pets, including dogs and cats.
Washed, dried, and ironed clothes to maintain proper garment care.
Conducted food shopping to replenish household supplies efficiently.
Nanny/Household Assistant
Private Employers
04.2008 - 05.2010
Provided attentive care for two children aged two and three, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being.
Assisted with daily routines, including bathing, dressing, and helping the children get ready for school each morning.
Accompanied children during playtime, promoting engagement, creativity, and emotional support.
Maintained a clean and organized household through regular tasks such as vacuuming, mopping, and window cleaning.
Washed and ironed clothes to ensure the family’s wardrobe was clean and presentable.
Washed and waxed the family car, maintaining its cleanliness and appearance.
Monitored the condition and best-before dates of food items in the cupboard and fridge to support safe and efficient household food management.
Data Entry Clerk
Contempo Inc. Philippines
06.2007 - 03.2008
Inventory & Barcode Assistant
Created and printed barcodes for retail merchandise in accordance with store inventory standards.
Responsible for delivering printed barcodes to various store branches for timely labeling and stocking.
Conducted physical inventory checks across multiple shopping mall store branches to ensure stock accuracy.
Performed data entry using Microsoft Excel to record delivered items, stockouts, and outstanding inventory figures for each store branch.
Maintained accurate and up-to-date inventory records to support stock control and replenishment processes.
Education
Certificate III - Health Services Assistance
TAFE Online Learning
Sydney, NSW
10.2024
Caregiving National Certificate III -
12.2014
Massage Therapy National Certificate II -
12.2014
Food and Beverage Services National Certificate III -
07.2014
Skills
Patience and Empathy
Teamwork and collaboration
Time management
Attention to detail
Multitasking
Reliability
Active listening
Effective communication
Adaptability and flexibility
Task prioritization
Self motivation
Goal setting
Time management abilities
Certification
Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting HLTAID012
Food Handler Basics
Working with Children Check WWC1806835E
Food Handling SITSS00050
Timeline
General Services Officer(Food Service and Laundry)
Opal HealthCare (Lansdowne Gardens on Wycombe)
08.2024 - Current
Food Service Assistant
Monte Sant Angelo Mercy College
03.2023 - 07.2024
Kitchen Hand Part Time
Team Kids (Team Holiday Pty Ltd.)
08.2022 - 03.2023
Household Assistant
Private Employers
07.2010 - 09.2012
Nanny/Household Assistant
Private Employers
04.2008 - 05.2010
Data Entry Clerk
Contempo Inc. Philippines
06.2007 - 03.2008
Caregiving National Certificate III -
Massage Therapy National Certificate II -
Food and Beverage Services National Certificate III -