Sanduni Jayodya Wanigasekara
Greenvale,Australia
Summary
Adaptable and driven professional with a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and the ability to succeed in team-based or individually motivated environments. Demonstrates a willingness to travel and work a flexible schedule in order to excel in this role.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Busy Bees Early Learning
08.2023 - Current
- Supervise and interact with children
- Lead group times
- Conduct a variety of indoor and outdoor activities
- Serve to make or pack away beds for sleep time
- Serve lunch and help the children to eat their lunches
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
Café all-rounder
Sacca’s Fine Foods
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Company Overview: S&S Produce
- Assisted customers in selecting appetizers, entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for food allergies and gluten intolerances
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals
- Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours
- Maintained polite and professional demeanour to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements
- S&S Produce
Early Childhood Educator
Explorers Early Learning
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Supervise and interact with children
- Lead group time with various activities
- Serve to Make or pack away beds for sleep time
- Serve lunch and help the children to eat their lunches
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
Food Process Worker
Harry & Larry’s Ice cream
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Machine operating
- Packing and quality checking
- Cleaning of production lines
- Collaborated with team members to complete daily tasks in a timely manner, contributing to overall operational success.
- Contributed to workplace safety initiatives by following established protocols and reporting potential hazards promptly.
- Ensured consistent product quality by conducting thorough inspections and adhering to strict food safety guidelines.
- Optimized workflow efficiency with proper organization of workstations, storage areas, and tools for easy access during shifts.
Café Attendant/Front of House
Caffe Cherry Beans
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Assisted customers in selecting appetizers, entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for food allergies and gluten intolerances
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals
- Restocked non-perishable food items, condiments and napkins to keep pantry well-supplied
- Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware
- Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to beautify table
- Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours
- Maintained polite and professional demeanour to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements
- Updated repeat customers on menu changes and new food and beverage offerings to maintain quality service relationships
Factory Line Worker
Cucina Del Nonno
12.2018 - 04.2019
- Positioned and aligned components to complete accurate assembly work
- Set and verified parts clearances to prevent jams or wasted materials
- Maintained work area safety and appearance, focusing on safety, organization and cleanliness
- Stored and disposed of hazardous materials according to regulatory standards and organizational expectations to prevent environmental contamination and injury
- Enhanced workplace safety by adhering to company guidelines, participating in training sessions, and reporting hazards immediately.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new equipment and techniques as required for different production stages.
- Consistently met or exceeded individual performance targets, contributing to overall team success in achieving factory goals.
- Upheld strict cleanliness standards on the factory floor by regularly disposing of waste materials properly and keeping work areas tidy.
Café Waitress
Benassi Espresso Cafe
08.2018 - 03.2019
- Observed food handling and sanitation procedures to safeguard against foodborne illnesses
- Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes
- Packaged and stored food products appropriately to ensure proper handling and preservation
- Cross-trained in other kitchen positions to support team and meet customer needs
Education
Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Education -
Victoria University
Melbourne11-2023
Bachelor of Health Science - Nutrition (Major)
Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VIC12-2020
Diploma of Health Science -
Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VIC01-2019
Certificate IV/ University Foundation Science - Health Studies
Australian College of Business & Technology
Colombo, Sri Lanka03-2018
Skills
- Maintaining safety
- Food safety awareness
- Behavioural modelling
- Excellent verbal and communication
- Collaborative independence
- Arts and crafts
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Busy Bees Early Learning
08.2023 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Explorers Early Learning
04.2023 - 06.2023
Café all-rounder
Sacca’s Fine Foods
08.2022 - 07.2023
Food Process Worker
Harry & Larry’s Ice cream
06.2022 - 07.2022
Café Attendant/Front of House
Caffe Cherry Beans
06.2019 - 06.2022
Factory Line Worker
Cucina Del Nonno
12.2018 - 04.2019
Café Waitress
Benassi Espresso Cafe
08.2018 - 03.2019
Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Education -
Victoria University
Bachelor of Health Science - Nutrition (Major)
Swinburne University of Technology
Diploma of Health Science -
Swinburne University of Technology
Certificate IV/ University Foundation Science - Health Studies
Australian College of Business & Technology
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