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Mikayla Butcher

Frankston

Summary

Passionate about animal health and wellness. Professional in handling basic needs, care and exercise.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Volunteer

RSPCA
Pearcedale
12.2025 - Current
  • Assisted in daily animal care and welfare activities.
  • Supported adoption events by setting up and managing information booths.
  • Engaged with visitors, providing information about animal services and programs.
  • Helped maintain cleanliness and organization of shelter facilities.
  • Collaborated with staff to ensure proper feeding schedules for animals.
  • Participated in training sessions to learn best practices for animal handling.
  • Documented animal health observations in daily logs for staff review.
  • Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
  • Sorted and organized laundry for efficient processing.
  • Inspected garments for stains and damages prior to washing.
  • Monitored animal behavior and reported any health concerns promptly.
  • Organized supplies and maintained inventory for animal care needs.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance animal handling skills.
  • Cleans and maintains animal living areas, including cages and tanks, using appropriate cleaning materials.
  • Ensures that all safety protocols are followed while handling animals in order to prevent accidents or injuries to staff or visitors.

Bartender

Searoad ferries
Sorrento
11.2025 - Current
  • Prepared and served a variety of beverages to customers onboard.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area during service.
  • Assisted in managing inventory levels for liquor and supplies.
  • Operated cash register and processed payments accurately and efficiently.
  • Engaged with passengers to enhance their dining experience and satisfaction.
  • Followed safety and hygiene procedures to ensure a safe environment.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate drink orders with meals.
  • Provided excellent customer service while handling diverse passenger requests.
  • Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
  • Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
  • Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
  • Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
  • Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.

Dog walker/House and Pet Sitter

My Pet nou nou
Frankston
09.2025 - Current
  • Walked dogs daily, ensuring safe and enjoyable exercise.
  • Managed multiple dog walking schedules efficiently and effectively.
  • Communicated with pet owners about their dogs' behavior and needs.

• Assess pets for potential injuries/health issues or any other concerns and report to owner.

• Stay overnight, clean, feed and play with pets.

  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for all pets in care.
  • Utilized leashes, harnesses, and other equipment for safe handling.
  • Provided companionship and attention to dogs during walks.
  • Followed specific instructions from pet owners regarding care routines.
  • Monitored dogs throughout walks to avoid obstacles, dangerous situations, and confrontations with other problematic dogs.
  • Attracted new clients through referrals and word-of-mouth marketing.
  • Maintained records of each walk including time, distance, duration, notes about the dog's behavior.
  • Encouraged positive reinforcement methods while working with animals.

Bartender Supervisor

Wowee Zowee PTY
Frankston-Mornighton
02.2023 - Current
  • Supervised bar staff to ensure excellent customer service standards.
  • Trained new bartenders in drink preparation and service techniques.
  • Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain stock availability.
  • Created and updated drink menus to reflect seasonal ingredients and trends.
  • Enforced responsible alcohol service policies among team members.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly to enhance guest satisfaction experience.
  • Ensured that all customers were properly ID'd before being served alcoholic beverages.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current drink recipes and promotions.
  • Inspected bar area to ensure cleanliness and proper setup.

Student placement

Mornighton Shire Kennel and Shelter
Mornighton
09.2025 - 04.2026
  • Provided daily care and feeding for various animal species.
  • Maintained clean and safe living environments for animals.
  • Monitored animal behavior and reported any health concerns promptly.
  • Assisted in administering medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians.
  • Organized supplies and maintained inventory for animal care needs.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance animal handling skills.
  • Cleans and maintains animal living areas, including cages and tanks, using appropriate cleaning materials.
  • Stayed on top of laundry, sweeping and disinfection protocols.
  • Feeds animals according to instructions from veterinarians or animal care supervisors.
  • Ensures that all safety protocols are followed while handling animals in order to prevent accidents or injuries to staff or visitors.
  • Records observations of animal behavior, health, diet and other information as required.
  • Performs minor medical treatments such as wound care, administering medication, bandaging wounds as instructed by a veterinarian or supervisor.
  • Provides enrichment activities for animals in their care.
  • Assists in restraining animals for examination or treatment when necessary.
  • Provides socialization activities for the assigned animals under supervision.
  • Emptied litter boxes, refilled with fresh litter and cleaned animal bedding.
  • Walked and exercised dogs.

Education

Animal Care Cert 2 - Animal Health

Swinburne Online
Frankston, Vic
04.2025 - 04.2026

Veterinary Assistant Course (Vet Nurse Intro Bundle) - Veterinary Assistant Course/Vet Nurse Introduction

Virtual School Victoria
Frankston, Vic
10.2025 - 04.2026

Skills

  • Great communication skills
  • Teamwork
  • Time-management
  • Nurturing

Timeline

Volunteer

RSPCA
12.2025 - Current

Bartender

Searoad ferries
11.2025 - Current

Veterinary Assistant Course (Vet Nurse Intro Bundle) - Veterinary Assistant Course/Vet Nurse Introduction

Virtual School Victoria
10.2025 - 04.2026

Dog walker/House and Pet Sitter

My Pet nou nou
09.2025 - Current

Student placement

Mornighton Shire Kennel and Shelter
09.2025 - 04.2026

Animal Care Cert 2 - Animal Health

Swinburne Online
04.2025 - 04.2026

Bartender Supervisor

Wowee Zowee PTY
02.2023 - Current
Mikayla Butcher