Kaitlyn Barry
Coquitlam,BC
Summary
Reliable and punctual Animal Care team member with proven skills cleaning animal areas, coordinating inventory and managing animal needs with care and compassion. Highly organized and hardworking with good communication and multitasking abilities. As well as a Daycare Teacher's Assistant, supporting daily operations of daycare center serving children ages four to seven. Proven experience focusing on infant and toddler care. Reinforces new stages of development in fine and gross motor skills, cognitive advancements and behavioral maturity.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Dog Daycare Supervisor
Dogtopia
02.2023 - Current
- Increased client satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service and addressing concerns promptly.
- Maintained a clean and organized facility for optimal pet health and wellbeing.
- Improved staff performance through regular training sessions, evaluations, and feedback.
- Promoted a positive work environment with clear communication and teamwork.
- Ensured timely completion of tasks by delegating responsibilities effectively among team members.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust in the care provided for their pets.
- Enforced facility rules consistently for the safety of all dogs, staff, and visitors onsite.
- Assisted in resolving conflicts between dogs calmly and professionally using appropriate intervention techniques.
- Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.
- Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
Retail Keyholder
La Vie En Rose Outlet & Aqua
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted store management in achieving sales targets through effective merchandising strategies and staff training.
- Ensured timely inventory replenishment, maintaining optimal stock levels for high-demand products.
- Collaborated with team members to create visually appealing displays that attracted customers and boosted sales.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to efficient store operations and minimizing discrepancies.
- Managed the store during the absence of higher-level supervisors, maintaining smooth daily operations and meeting sales goals.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, ensuring their concerns were addressed promptly and effectively.
- Trained junior staff members on loss prevention strategies reducing shrinkage rates within the store.
- Met sales targets consistently for each shift by positively engaging customers and delivering high levels of service.
- Educated staff on strategies for handling difficult customers and challenging situations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional product knowledge and personalized service.
Daycare Teacher's Assistant
Shinning Star Daycare
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Set up playroom and childcare areas for safety and cleanliness.
- Assisted children with regular handwashing and wiped down hard surfaces often to minimize germ spread.
- Served as positive role model, promoting healthy interpersonal behaviors.
- Complied with strict safety and organizational regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Arrived at assigned areas on time, prepared, and ready to work.
- Established safe play environment for children.
- Encouraged child involvement in classroom experiences and group interaction.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Kept children between ages four and seven safe and secure with vigilant oversight.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
Stock Lead
La Senza
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Improved inventory accuracy by conducting regular stock audits and maintaining organized storage areas.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing stock levels and ensuring product availability on the sales floor.
- Streamlined shipment processing by coordinating with delivery teams and promptly unpacking incoming merchandise.
- Reduced stock discrepancies with meticulous record-keeping and timely communication with the purchasing department.
- Facilitated efficient order fulfillment by picking, packing, and shipping products in a timely manner.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Interacted with guests in friendly and knowledgeable way.
- Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
Education
Diploma - Youth Justice
Douglas College
Coquitlam, BC04.2024
Skills
- Animal Nutrition
- Facility Maintenance
- Budgeting and Finance
- Staff Management
- Organizational Skills
- Stress Management
- Decision Making
- Problem Solving
- Cash Handling Accuracy
- Classroom Organization
- Child Development Knowledge
Timeline
Dog Daycare Supervisor
Dogtopia
02.2023 - Current
Retail Keyholder
La Vie En Rose Outlet & Aqua
03.2022 - 08.2023
Daycare Teacher's Assistant
Shinning Star Daycare
06.2020 - 09.2020
Stock Lead
La Senza
10.2018 - 03.2020
Diploma - Youth Justice
Douglas College
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