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Melanie Gates

Esterhazy,Canada

Summary

I am a loyal, hard working, detail oriented professional. I thrive on organization and efficiency. Past work experience in a variety of fields such as construction, customer service, assisting in early childhood education, food service, safety, and environmental services.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Food Service Worker

SHA Esterhazy Centennial Special Care Home
Esterhazy, SK
12.2023 - 03.2024
  • Initiated meal preparation by chopping vegetables and preparing garnishes for dishes
  • Performed daily closing tasks by washing dishes, packing and refrigerating
  • Collected and returned dirty dishes to kitchen for washing
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment and dishes
  • Observed and enforced food safety regulations

Environmental Services Housekeeper

SHA Esterhazy Centennial Special Care Home
Esterhazy, SK
02.2023 - 03.2024
  • Cleaned and sanitized restrooms, lobbies, hallways, breakrooms, and other public areas
  • Demonstrated proper knowledge and utilization of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment
  • Sanitized and cleaned assigned areas using proper infection control procedures
  • Trained and supervised new staff on cleaning procedures and safety protocols
  • Replenished paper products, hand soaps and body washes in restrooms
  • Monitored and documented all cleaning activities and performance
  • Kept storage areas and carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy

Barista

Whippletree Coffee
Esterhazy, SK
09.2020 - 11.2023
  • Brewed espresso and added syrups and steamed milk to craft specialty drinks for customers
  • Welcomed customers and answered questions regarding menu items and preparation methods
  • Presented and explained drink menu, answering questions to educate customers
  • Sold and served baked goods and miscellaneous food items, increasing company revenue
  • Maintained clean and healthy environment by following proper safety and sanitation regulations
  • Followed operating instructions and troubleshot breakdowns, keeping equipment operational

Apprentice Scaffolder

Icon Scaffolding
Esterhazy, SK
01.2012 - 11.2017
  • Followed established safety rules and regulations and maintained safe and clean environment
  • Assembled and fastened materials to make frameworks and props
  • Installed structures and hardware with careful attention to dimensions and tolerances
  • Erected scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground level
  • Removed damaged and defective parts and sections of structures and repair and replaced, using hand tools
  • Installed temporary supports in structures undergoing construction or repair
  • Managed safety documentation, daily activity reports and time sheets
  • Organized and mobilized required equipment to and from job site

Apprentice Carpenter

Dominion Construction
Regina, SK
05.2007 - 04.2012
  • Followed established safety rules and regulations and maintained safe and clean environment
  • Studied specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required
  • Erected scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground level
  • Installed temporary supports in structures undergoing construction or repair
  • Shaped and cut materials to specified measurements
  • Verified trueness of structures using plumb bob and level
  • Applied shock-absorbing and sound-reduction materials to walls and ceilings
  • Installed structures and hardware with careful attention to dimensions and tolerances
  • Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place, using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges and timbers
  • Removed damaged and defective parts and sections of structures and repair and replaced, using hand tools
  • Measured and marked cutting lines on materials, using ruler, pencil, chalk and marking gauge
  • Constructed forms and chutes as guides for pouring concrete

Education

NATIONAL CONSTRUCTION SAFETY OFFICER IN CONSTRUCTION SAFETY AND TRAINING -

Saskatchewan Construction Safety Association
Regina, SK
02.2016

COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS JOURNEYMAN IN SCAFFOLDING - Level 3 Scaffolding

United Brotherhood of Carpenters
Regina, SK
10.2014

COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS RED SEAL / JOURNEYMAN IN CARPENTRY - 4Th Year Apprentice

Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Moose Jaw, SK

Skills

  • Physical Strength And Stamina
  • Team Player
  • Safety-First Mentality
  • Heavy Labor
  • General Housekeeping
  • Carpenter Assistance
  • Chemical Handling
  • Schedule And Task Management
  • Environmental Sanitation
  • Special And Routine Cleaning
  • Quality Control Guidelines
  • Cleaning And Sanitation

Certification

National Construction Safety Officer

Timeline

Food Service Worker

SHA Esterhazy Centennial Special Care Home
12.2023 - 03.2024

Environmental Services Housekeeper

SHA Esterhazy Centennial Special Care Home
02.2023 - 03.2024

Barista

Whippletree Coffee
09.2020 - 11.2023

Apprentice Scaffolder

Icon Scaffolding
01.2012 - 11.2017

Apprentice Carpenter

Dominion Construction
05.2007 - 04.2012

NATIONAL CONSTRUCTION SAFETY OFFICER IN CONSTRUCTION SAFETY AND TRAINING -

Saskatchewan Construction Safety Association

COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS JOURNEYMAN IN SCAFFOLDING - Level 3 Scaffolding

United Brotherhood of Carpenters

COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS RED SEAL / JOURNEYMAN IN CARPENTRY - 4Th Year Apprentice

Saskatchewan Polytechnic
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