Hi, I’m
Mercedes Osawe
Brandon,MB
Summary
Has experience working in Kitchens and in high stress environments. Is always Excited to be part of a team!
Offering solid foundation in teamwork and adaptability, eager to learn and develop in kitchen environment. Brings quick learning ability and attention to detail crucial for maintaining kitchen cleanliness and food safety.
Outgoing and energetic with passion for working with horses and children. Has lots of knowledge in horsemanship and animal care, complemented by strong communication and leadership skills. Committed to fostering safe and fun environments that promote learning and growth.
Overview
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Turtle Mountain Bible Camp
Jr Wrangler
07.2022 - 08.2025
Job overview
- Led Horses to stables to feilds and back to maintain control of animals.
- Cleaned and brushed horses coats to improve overall horse health.
- Filled hay nets and water buckets and measured feed and supplements to keep horses well fed.
- Supported campers needing extra assistance in learning basic skills of horseback riding with patience and deliberation.
- Diffused potentially dangerous situation between horses and campers with practices instilled through experience and repetition.
- Worked with Campers of varying age, interest and skill levels.
- Led groups of Campers safely through varieties of camp activities.
- Collaborated with other Wranglers to design fun activities for Campers.
Turtle Mountain Bible Camp
Camp Counselor
07.2025 - 07.2025
Job overview
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp's core values.
- Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
- Ensured smooth transitions between activities by efficiently managing time and resources throughout each day.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss strategies for improvement in areas such as programming, behavior management, and staff training.
- Assisted with maintenance and upkeep of TMBC to promote a clean environment.
- Implemented innovative ideas for theme days that increased overall participation rates and enthusiasm within the camp community.
- Kept accurate records of each camper's medical information, dietary restrictions, and emergency contacts as part of maintaining a safe environment for all participants.
Elections Canada
Information Officer
04.2025 - 04.2025
Job overview
- Streamlined the voting process for disabled and elderly voters by identifying accessibility issues and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere among staff by fostering strong teamwork and collaboration throughout the election process.
- Ensured all eligible citizens had access to vote on Election Day.
- Maintained a secure voting environment with strict adherence to protocols, ensuring confidentiality of voter information.
- Contributed to a positive voting experience for citizens by maintaining a clean, organized, and professional polling station environment.
- Increased voter turnout by implementing effective communication strategies and providing clear instructions to voters.
McDonald's
Kitchen Staff Member
02.2023 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict hygiene standards for optimal food safety.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Contributed to positive workplace culture through strong teamwork, open communication, and a commitment to excellence.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely meal preparation and consistent quality.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Followed sanitary food handling procedures, focused on correct use of covers and labels and discarded ingredients by expiration date.
- Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
Education
Crocus Plains Regional Secondary SchoolBrandon
No Degree from Grade 11 High School Student
06-2027
University Overview
- Reg Jones Memorial Westman Jams Bursary Fund, 2025 from International Music Camp
- WMYC Bursary, 2025 from Westman Youth Choir
- Member of Manitoba Pony Club, 2019 to 2023
- Member of Wheat City Equestrian, 2022 to 2025+
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Problem resolution
- Safety management
- Food preparation
- Organization and cleanliness
- Safe food handling
Languages
English
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Turtle Mountain Bible Camp
07.2025 - 07.2025
Information Officer
Elections Canada
04.2025 - 04.2025
Kitchen Staff Member
McDonald's
02.2023 - 05.2023
Jr Wrangler
Turtle Mountain Bible Camp
07.2022 - 08.2025
Crocus Plains Regional Secondary School
No Degree from Grade 11 High School Student
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