Samara Sheedy-Barby
Port Fairy,VIC
Summary
Skilled and reliable Employee with compassion and a love for caring, be that for people or animals. Lover of the Ocean and keen wildlife photographer. Artistic and fun loving but a strong team leader and fast learner.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
The Hub Cafe
Port Fairy, VIC
10.2021 - Current
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Fostered a positive working environment by promoting teamwork and open communication among all kitchen staff members.
Chef
Geelong Football Club AFL Limited
Geelong, VIC
01.2016 - Current
- 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.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
Personal Care Assistant
Eventide Lutheran Home
Hamilton, VIC
03.2018 - 03.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Enhanced client well-being by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, sharing updates with family members and healthcare providers as necessary.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Ensured timely medication administration, managing accurate records of dosages and schedules for multiple clients.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans addressing each client''s specific needs.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormal findings to medical professionals for further evaluation.
- Planned activities to encourage movement, stretching, and strength building.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Facilitated client transportation to appointments, ensuring punctuality while providing emotional support during visits.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
Head Chef
Woody's Cafe
Hamilton, VIC
01.2018 - 05.2020
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Ensured timely delivery of all orders during busy services by implementing efficient workstations and streamlined plating processes.
Tank Driver
The Australian Army
Darwin, NT
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Continuously updated personal skillset through participation in professional development courses and hands-on experience with new technologies related to armored vehicles.
- Optimized fuel efficiency with careful route planning and monitoring of tank systems during missions.
- Assisted in the development of new training programs, incorporating innovative techniques to better prepare tank crews for real-world scenarios.
- Maintained high levels of situational awareness, enabling quick response to changing battlefield conditions.
- Collaborated effectively with other armored units, ensuring seamless integration during joint operations.
- Managed inventory of essential supplies, guaranteeing availability of critical resources for sustained operations.
- Enhanced team communication by implementing efficient radio protocols for in-field operations.
- Successfully completed numerous training exercises to maintain operational readiness and improve tactical skills.
- Evaluated potential threats within operating environment, rapidly adapting tactics as needed to ensure mission success.
- Contributed to mission success by providing accurate navigation and terrain analysis for optimal routing choices.
- Supported fellow crew members by sharing knowledge and expertise on various aspects of tank operation and maintenance.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
Education
Certificate IV - Kitchen Management
AVETS
Melbourne, VIC12.2024
Certificate II - Ecotourism Tour Guide
Learning Cloud Online
Melbourne, VIC03.2024
Certificate II - Wildlife Management
Learning Cloud Online
02.2024
Bachelor of Science - Marine Science (Marine Biologist)
Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC10.2023
Diploma - Nursing
South West Tafe
Hamilton, VIC03.2023
Certificate III - Individual Support
South West Tafe
Hamilton, VIC02.2023
Certificate II - Business Management
South West Tafe
Hamilton, VIC11.2012
Certificate II - Horticulture
South West Tafe
Hamilton, VIC03.2010
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
South West Tafe
Warrnambool, VIC01.2006
Diploma - Children's Services
University of Ballarat
Melbourne, VIC01.2003
Skills
- Food Safety
- Kitchen Management
- Team Management
- Kitchen Operations
- Food Safety Regulations
- Cost Management
- Leadership Qualities
- Health regulations
- Grooming assistance
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Emotional Support
- First Aid Training
- Food Handlers
- RSA
Websites
Photography
I have enjoyed Photography for several years now, in particular Wildlife and Landscapes due to my love of Nature.
I have been successful in raising awareness and working along side Sea Shepherd, MBRC The Ocean (Ambassador) and Green Peace Australia.
Timeline
Head Chef
The Hub Cafe
10.2021 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
Eventide Lutheran Home
03.2018 - 03.2022
Head Chef
Woody's Cafe
01.2018 - 05.2020
Chef
Geelong Football Club AFL Limited
01.2016 - Current
Tank Driver
The Australian Army
01.2014 - 01.2018
Certificate IV - Kitchen Management
AVETS
Certificate II - Ecotourism Tour Guide
Learning Cloud Online
Certificate II - Wildlife Management
Learning Cloud Online
Bachelor of Science - Marine Science (Marine Biologist)
Deakin University
Diploma - Nursing
South West Tafe
Certificate III - Individual Support
South West Tafe
Certificate II - Business Management
South West Tafe
Certificate II - Horticulture
South West Tafe
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
South West Tafe
Diploma - Children's Services
University of Ballarat