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Leslie-Anne Bates

Milton,Ontario

Summary


  • Self-motivated with an excellent work ethic
  • Excellent customer service and team-oriented
  • CPR/First Aid certified
  • Proficient in filing, faxing reports, photocopying, and scanning documents
  • Demonstrated skills in telephone, e-mail, and fax communications
  • Front-desk reception in a high-volume environment

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Event Planner and Coordinatoor

Livella Entertainment Incorporation
01.2020 - Current
  • Implemented post-event evaluations to identify areas of improvement and drive continuous enhancement of future initiatives.
  • Corresponded with clients to answer questions and resolve issues.
  • Increased event attendance by developing strategic marketing campaigns and engaging promotional materials.
  • Created and maintained event expenditures, budgets and timelines in job-related software.
  • Negotiated contracts with venues, vendors and suppliers to obtain best rates and services.

Landscaper Technician

LMS Landscaping Group
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Managed inventory of tools, equipment, and materials to ensure proper allocation of resources for each project.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Performed seasonal maintenance tasks such as pruning, aeration, fertilization, and mulching to promote plant health and longevity.
  • Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.

Cleaner

Grandmother's Touch Cleaning
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Provided assistance to other staff members with cleaning of difficult areas.
  • Inspected building for potential safety hazards, reporting identified concerns to supervisor.
  • Ordered and stocked cleaning supplies based on current workload and upcoming jobs.

Stock Clerk

Walmart
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Calculated correct order totals, updated accounts, and maintained detailed records for inventory management.
  • Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
  • Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
  • Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
  • Maintained effective team member communication.


Support Worker

Community Living
07.2010 - 09.2011


  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to drive continuity of care.
  • Implemented behavior management techniques when required for the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
  • Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
  • Worked with adults and guardians to closely monitor and record social, behavioral and academic growth.
  • Conducted regular assessments of client needs to identify potential areas of growth or improvement within their care plan structure.
  • Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
  • Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
  • Worked closely with therapists and other specialists to implement prescribed interventions consistently, leading to measurable improvements in client functioning.

Caterer

Self-Employed
01.2008 - 01.2010


  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Implemented rigorous quality control measures to ensure consistent taste and presentation of dishes.
  • Developed innovative recipes, attracting new clientele and increasing overall sales.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.


Administrative Receptionist

Petro Canada
01.1987 - 01.1998
  • Managed telephone messages and updated directories.
  • Restocked supplies and submitted purchase orders to maintain stock levels.
  • Welcomed customers with friendly greeting, answered general questions, gathered nature of visit and directed to specific offices.

Dental Assistant

Tridont Dental Centre
01.1988 - 01.1989
  • Implemented educational programs within the practice that emphasized preventative care strategies for patients.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
  • Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.

Education

Community Services Worker Program -

triOS College
Mississauga, Ontario

Nursing Assistant Program

Humber College
Toronto, ON
08.1992

Dental Assisting Program -

Career Canada College
Toronto, Ontario
01.1988

Skills

  • Administrative tasks: filing, spreadsheets, faxing, photocopying, scanning
  • Customer handling and issue resolution
  • Telephone, e-mail, and fax communication
  • Front-desk reception in a high-volume environment
  • Time Management
  • Business Management
  • Event Budgeting

Timeline

Event Planner and Coordinatoor

Livella Entertainment Incorporation
01.2020 - Current

Landscaper Technician

LMS Landscaping Group
01.2018 - 01.2020

Cleaner

Grandmother's Touch Cleaning
01.2016 - 01.2018

Stock Clerk

Walmart
01.2015 - 01.2016

Support Worker

Community Living
07.2010 - 09.2011

Caterer

Self-Employed
01.2008 - 01.2010

Dental Assistant

Tridont Dental Centre
01.1988 - 01.1989

Administrative Receptionist

Petro Canada
01.1987 - 01.1998

Community Services Worker Program -

triOS College

Nursing Assistant Program

Humber College

Dental Assisting Program -

Career Canada College
Leslie-Anne Bates