Nicholas Fede
Morwell,VIC
Summary
I've worked as a support worker for over 15 months. I'm a highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adapt at working effectively, unsupervised and quickly mastering new skill sets.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
Berry Street
MORWELL, VIC
11.2022 - Current
- Supported clients' social, physical and emotional needs to help integrate into local community.
- Tracked client behaviors, daily activities, new skills and notable incidents for documentation purposes.
- Resolved complex and escalated support issues.
- Reported concerns and recommendations from clients and employees to senior management.
- Implemented company-wide policy changes and initiatives to improve support capabilities.
- Drove and accompanied clients to appointments, shopping and special events for safety and companionship.
- Helped clients develop coping mechanisms, technical abilities and job skills.
Disability Support Worker
Uconnex
Traralgom, VIC
09.2022 - Current
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Collaborated with community workers to implement exciting social activity programs within facility.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary client care and daily function assistance.
- Facilitated communication between caregivers and clients regarding current issues or concerns related to client's health status or well-being.
- Transported clients to and from medical and mental health appointments with assigned vehicle.
- Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation and family visits to maintain schedule.
- Counseled clients or patients individually and in group sessions to assist recovery from illness and to adjust to life.
- Educated clients on options to assist in making informed decisions.
- Guided clients in development of skills and strategies for dealing with individual problems.
Executive Head Chef
Twenty20 tapas
Moe, Vic
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
- Assisted restaurant owners with pricing by providing ingredient costs and portioning information.
- Followed food safety and sanitary guidelines to comply with local and state regulations.
- Coordinated and executed menu planning, recipe development and daily restaurant operations.
Executive Chef
Qu Bah / Momo
Morwell / Traralgon, VIC
01.2014 - 07.2021
- Supervised dramatic changes to kitchens, adhered to health department standards and handled customer requests for healthier food options.
- Supervised 25 plus BOH staff members and delivered mentorship to strengthen kitchen skills.
- Performed financial analysis and recommended effective methods to cut costs.
- Utilized local, fresh food products to support local economies and showcase community support.
- Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
- Provided excellent professional development opportunities for staff.
- Provided effective orientation and training to each new associate and developed ongoing training programs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Catholic Reginal Collage
Traralgon Vic12.2002
Certificate 4 Community Services
Melbourne Polytechnic
MelbourneSkills
- Budgeting and Cost control
- Team Collaboration
- Staff Scheduling
- Staff Recruiting and Hiring
- Emotional and Social Support
- Life Skills Development
- Behavior Management
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Willingness to Learn
- Time Management
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Calm Under Stress
- Reporting and Documentation
- Team Building and Relationships
References
- Alisha Levett 0473534937 Night Supervisor Berry Street
- Thomas Jolley 0437571742 Intensive Family Services Case Worker Vacca
Timeline
Support Worker
Berry Street
11.2022 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Uconnex
09.2022 - Current
Executive Head Chef
Twenty20 tapas
06.2021 - 08.2022
Executive Chef
Qu Bah / Momo
01.2014 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
Catholic Reginal Collage
Certificate 4 Community Services
Melbourne Polytechnic
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