Alfreda Adjei
Thorold,ON
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dietary Aide
Garden City Manor Long Term Care
St. Catharines, ON
05.2024 - Current
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
- Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, ensuring timely meal production and delivery.
- Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
- Ensured food safety compliance through proper storage, handling, and sanitation procedures, minimizing risk of contamination or illness.
- Arranged tray and or table settings with proper tableware, condiments, and tray card.
- Maintained accurate records of patient meal orders to ensure appropriate distribution of meals according to individual requirements.
- Reduced food waste through careful portioning, inventory management, and creative use of leftover ingredients.
- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss performance goals, address challenges, and share best practices for continued growth and improvement.
- Adapted quickly to changes in dietary guidelines, ensuring compliance with latest health standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to update patient diets, aligning with treatment plans.
- Trained new staff on dietary guidelines and kitchen procedures, elevating team competency levels.
Cashier
Wendy's Restaurant
Caledonia, Canada
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Greeted customers, took their orders, and gave them change if needed
- Responsible for cleaning the dining area and restocking commonly used items such as napkins, condiments, etc
- Responded to customer questions and rendered help if needed
Cashier/Cook
A&W
Caledonia, Canada
09.2021 - 01.2024
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods of business with a high accuracy rate while maintaining and maximizing customer satisfaction
- Greeted customers entering the store and responded promptly to their needs
- Took drive-thru customer orders and handled change that was to be given
Student Sorter
Manpower Group
Hamilton, Canada
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Used a hand-held scanner to sort items into specific categories for shipping
- Proved successful working with tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Resolved shipment issues which included reaching out to customers in a personable manner to address and solve issues revolving around item delivery
Education
Bachelor - Public Health
Brock University
2027
Skills
- Adaptable
- Critical Thinker
- Leadership
- Time Management
- Communication
- Customer service
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Proficient in Microsoft Power Point
- Proficient in Google drive
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Patient communication
- Detail-oriented
- Sanitation practices
- Food safety
- Nutrition knowledge
Proficient in Adobe Acrobat
Certification
Food Handlers Certificate
Hobbies and Interests
- Cooking
- Nature
- Organization
Technological Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Power Point
- Google Drive
- Adobe Acrobat
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Dietary Aide
Garden City Manor Long Term Care
05.2024 - Current
Cashier
Wendy's Restaurant
06.2023 - 01.2024
Cashier/Cook
A&W
09.2021 - 01.2024
Student Sorter
Manpower Group
06.2021 - 09.2021
Bachelor - Public Health
Brock University