Stacey Spencer
Leitchville,Australia
Summary
Dependable and approachable professional with diverse experience in retail, agriculture, and office environments, complemented by military training. Strong communicator with a calm demeanor, effectively managing routine tasks and addressing unique challenges. Proven ability to adapt to various roles while maintaining a focus on teamwork and efficiency.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Assistant
Respect Aged Care
Cohuna, VIC
04.2021 - 05.2025
- Assisted in food preparation and service for daily meal offerings.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen and dining areas.
- Supported team during high-volume meal times to ensure smooth service.
- Followed food safety guidelines to promote a safe dining experience.
- Collaborated with staff to set up and replenish food stations efficiently.
- Communicated with customers to address dietary needs and preferences.
- Participated in training new staff on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by quickly addressing and resolving complaints with food or service.
- Checked temperatures of cooked foods using thermometers to ensure safe consumption.
- Assisted in the preparation of food items according to recipes and menus.
- Labeled containers with date of preparation to ensure proper rotation of stock.
- Provided customer service by taking orders from customers and answering questions about menu items.
- Delivered food trays to patients in hospitals or residents in nursing homes.
- Followed staff performance and service standards to deliver consistent and positive customer experiences.
- Prepared salads and cold foods such as sandwiches or wraps.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient food service operations.
- Adhered to safety and sanitation standards throughout food handling processes.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in work areas, including floors, equipment, utensils, dishes, and refrigerators.
Recruit
Kapooka Military Base
Kapooka, NSW
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Conduct morning routine to a high standard
- Conduct morning duties to a high standard
- Attend daily PT
- Attend lessons on first aid, weapons, navigation, military law, fire safety, communications, drill
- Give presentations on various research subjects
- Meet all timings
Office Clerk
WKJ Metal Brokers
Swan Hill, Victoria
07.2006 - 05.2007
- Customer service
- General filing
- Incoming/outgoing mail
- Banking, Petty cash, Customer payments
- Weighbridge operations
- Sort steel/non-ferris materials
Milker
Taylor's Dairy Industries
Cohuna, Victoria
04.2005 - 06.2006
- Milking cows
- Setting up and cleaning up of dairy
- Inspection of cattle for health issues
- Medicating cattle when required
Cleaner
All Seasons Motor Lodge
Barham, New South Wales
11.2003 - 05.2004
- Clean rooms
- Stock rooms for new guests
Shop Assistant
Barham Foodworks
Barham, New South Wales
10.2000 - 04.2002
- Stock produce
- Stacking shelves
- Attend to customers at checkout and in delicatessen
Education
Cert II in Business -
Kerang Learning Centre
Kerang, Victoria02.2006
Year 10 Certificate -
Barham High School
Barham, New South Wales12.2001
Skills
- Food safety practices
- Meal preparation
- Customer service
- Kitchen organization
- Dietary accommodations
- Inventory management
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Strong work ethic
- Working with diverse people
- Patient relations
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Food Service Assistant
Respect Aged Care
04.2021 - 05.2025
Recruit
Kapooka Military Base
06.2019 - 02.2020
Office Clerk
WKJ Metal Brokers
07.2006 - 05.2007
Milker
Taylor's Dairy Industries
04.2005 - 06.2006
Cleaner
All Seasons Motor Lodge
11.2003 - 05.2004
Shop Assistant
Barham Foodworks
10.2000 - 04.2002
Cert II in Business -
Kerang Learning Centre
Year 10 Certificate -
Barham High School
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