Laura Vaattanen
Toronto,Ontario
Summary
Responsible and sociable second-year student with several years of experience preparing and serving food to patients within healthcare facilities. Well-versed in sanitation and safety guidelines. Experienced and dependable server successful in managing tables on busy nights and providing great service in fast-paced environments. Utilizes excellent communication skills to create a warm atmosphere with co-workers and guests. Maintains high standards of cleanliness and efficiency.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SERVER
Stonewell Pub
Toronto, Ontario
04.2025 - Current
- Prepare drinks according to standard recipes.
- Provide excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Uphold high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
- Handle money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
DIETARY AIDE - NURSING HOME
Merja Takkala
Toronto, Ontario
03.2022 - 08.2024
- Engaged with residents to provide positive and enriching experiences.
- Assisted in menu planning based on resident and patient preferences and dietary requirements.
- Helped with meal prep for daily meals, following strict sanitation, and food handling guidelines.
- Performed general cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, washing dishes, wiping countertops.
COUNCILLOR IN TRAINING
Camp Udora - Martti Hyhko
Georgina, ON
08.2019 - 08.2019
- Built effective relationships with campers, parents and other camp counselors by using dynamic interpersonal skills.
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining a safe environment.
- Checked on campers struggling with various social and recreational skills to maintain camper and parent satisfaction.
- Enforced discipline and policies to protect safety of participants.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Queen's University
Kingston, Ontario04-2028
Skills
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Responsibility
- Organization
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Leadership
- Computer skills
- Exceptional customer service
Certification
- Successful completion of Food Handler's Certificate
- Successful completion of Ontario Smart Serve Certification
Timeline
SERVER
Stonewell Pub
04.2025 - Current
DIETARY AIDE - NURSING HOME
Merja Takkala
03.2022 - 08.2024
COUNCILLOR IN TRAINING
Camp Udora - Martti Hyhko
08.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Queen's University