Nicole Allen
Baldivis,WA
Summary
I have been in the current position of Food Coordinator/Assistant Educator Trainee for 2.5yrs, 1.5 of that as a Trainee Educator studying through AIWT and looking to transition to only being a Trainee Educator. Previous to this position I worked in a school canteen on a volunteer basis then a paid position, whilst also being a volunteer for Toddler Jam a music and movement program for all ages up to 5. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong skills eager to secure entry-level Trainee Educator position. I'm ready to help a team achieve company goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Coordinator
Creative Learning And Play
10.2021 - Current
- Duties including but not limited to providing nutritious and well-balanced meals catering to all Allergy, Dietary, Cultural and Indvidual needs of children age 7wks to 6yrs.
- Improving and Implementing Food Safety Plan to align with the new Food Safety Standards.
- Assisting to update Policy and Procedures that align with Food Safety
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency by implementing proper inventory management systems and adding to policy and procedure.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to strict health code regulations and reducing risk of foodborne illnesses.
- Assisted in budget planning for food department, optimizing spending on ingredients and supplies while maintaining quality standards.
- Conducted regular quality control checks on all incoming food, ensuring only fresh and suitable products were used in meal preparations and center.
- Implemented creative plating techniques to enhance overall food experiences of children. This was implemented after training to service Fussy Eaters in Education and Care setting.
- Implemented dietary restrictions accommodations into menu offerings, resulting in greater inclusivity among diverse children's needs.
- Adding of menus into OWNA platform
Trainee Educator Cert 3
Creative Learning And Play
07.2021 - Current
- Skills and Duties including but not limited to:
- Caring for children Developed positive and supportive relationships with children, contributed to programming cycle adhering to Centre based Philosophy and Policy and Procedure, Childcare regulations and Quality Assurance. Advocate for children's rights, needs and interests. Promoted a positive learning environment. Participated in Professional Development opportunities to stay on current best practices in education and care. Developed engaging age-appropriate activities. Worked with Room Leaders and Senior Educators to improve my learning and understanding. Utilized various educating techniques and strategies in children's learning.
- Partnerships with Families: worked and communicated effectively with families in caring for children. Promoted and support family's involvement in centers programming. Promoted and implemented cultural awareness.
- Team Participation: Communicated effectively within a team and contributed as a positive and responsible team member.Health, Safety and Protective care: Ensured Center's environment is clean, hygienic and safe. Responded to illness, accidents and emergencies in accordance with centers Policy and Procedure. Followed Center Policy and Procedure in regard to Health and Hygiene.
- Operational Management: Undertook administrative tasks such as assisting with programming, observations, filling out of incident reports, medication forms etc. Actively involved in the centers QIP. Adhered to centers and companies rules and regulations.
Education
Working Towards Certificate in Education And Care - Early Childhood Education
AIWT
Perth Skills
- Sound knowledge of ELYF, NQS and QIP
- Understanding of Programming/Planning cycle
- Understanding of documenting cycle
- Industry Specific First Aid training with CPR
- Safe sleeping training, Sun smart training
- Fire Training
- Child Aware (protection) training
- Allergy and anaphylaxis Training with Epi Pen and Ana Pen training
- Asthma Emergency Training
- I'm Alert food training
- Food Safety Supervisor certificate
- Fussy Eaters Training
- Child Nutrition understanding
- Commonsense
Timeline
Food Coordinator
Creative Learning And Play
10.2021 - Current
Trainee Educator Cert 3
Creative Learning And Play
07.2021 - Current
Working Towards Certificate in Education And Care - Early Childhood Education
AIWT
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