Michael Mead
Cairns,QLD
Summary
Experienced with plant care and maintenance. Utilizes skills in nurturing plants and ensuring their health. Knowledge of soil management, pest control, and plant propagation.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Nursery Worker
Mad About Plants
03.2021 - Current
- Demonstrated adaptability while working across diverse roles, including propagation, maintenance, retail support, and customer service functions as needed within the nursery setting.
- Maximized plant growth and vitality by carefully pruning, trimming, and shaping various species as needed.
- Facilitated efficient restocking processes by diligently unloading deliveries of new plants and supplies upon arrival.
- Reduced plant loss by promptly identifying pests or diseases and applying appropriate treatments.
- Operated tractors and used wheelbarrows to move containerized shrubs, plants and trees from one destination to another.
- Felt plants' leaves and noted coloring to detect presence of insects or disease.
- Promoted a positive team atmosphere among coworkers through active collaboration during daily tasks and special projects.
Chef
The Lillipad Cafe
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
Education
No Degree - ACDC/ AG VET (FARM) CHEMICAL USER
Duff Consulting
QLD02-2023
Skills
- Garden maintenance
- Plant identification
- Weed management
- Soil preparation
- Cleaning and sanitization
- Plant care and maintenance
- Weeding and watering
- Tractor safety and operation
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Professionalism
Timeline
Plant Nursery Worker
Mad About Plants
03.2021 - Current
Chef
The Lillipad Cafe
08.2019 - 03.2021
No Degree - ACDC/ AG VET (FARM) CHEMICAL USER
Duff Consulting
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