Sophia Hunt

• Responsible for all Social Media content creation and posting on agency website
• Volunteer Coordinator - Reviewed volunteer applications, held monthly orientation and training groups, provided ongoing education/coaching of volunteers
• Special Event/Fundraising Coordinator: Assisted in all fundraising and adoption events
• Managed all front desk/phone/administrative duties when needed
• Stocked kennel and cleaning supplies to maintain proper inventory for daily performance.
• Assisted with grooming services such as bathing, brushing, nail trimming, and ear cleaning for improved pet hygiene and health.
• Managed challenging situations with distressed or aggressive animals using patience and appropriate restraint methods.
• Maintained detailed records of each animal's care, including feeding schedules, exercise routines, and any special requirements.
• Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
• Maintained kennel cleanliness and hygiene, reducing the spread of disease and providing a comfortable environment for animals.
• Developed strong relationships with clients through open communication and trust-building interactions during Meet & Greets and adoption pick-up times.
• Ensured safety of all animals through proper handling techniques and adherence to established protocols.
• Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
• Monitored animal behavior for signs of illness or distress, promptly reporting any concerns to management or veterinary staff.
• Completed daily cleaning of kennels, cages and public areas using disease control protocol to provide sterile environment.
• Monitored animal playgroups for aggressive behaviors in order to maintain safety of pet participants.
• Provided compassionate care for sick or injured animals while they recovered under veterinary supervision at the facility.
• Improved animal welfare with regular exercise routines and socialization activities.
• Collaborated with other staff members to create a positive work environment focused on delivering high-quality care to all animals in the facility.
• Enhanced animal care by administering medication and maintaining medical records.
• Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities by managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously, including animal care, client interactions, and administrative duties.
• Assisted in the adoption process, helping to place animals in suitable homes while educating adopters on what to expect and animal behavior/care.
• Supported facility goals by participating in community outreach events to promote adoption opportunities and responsible pet ownership practices.
• Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
• Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.
• Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.
• Coordinated timely, appropriate animal transfers with shelters, rescue organizations and animal centers.
• Led basic obedience training with dogs to promote positive, healthy behaviors.
• Prepared and administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarian.
• Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
• Developed and implemented enrichment plans to keep animals healthy and stimulated.
• Educated visitors and staff on proper animal care and handling.
• Trained animals in behavioral compliance or other special routines or commands.

* Oversight and care of all ranch animals

* Maintained cleanliness and safety of all animal enclosures

* Assisted in tagging and administration of medications to animals

* Socialized and exercised animals including a wild horse

* Worked closely with other ranch staff to complete tasks

* Operated heavy machinery including tractor

* Care for newborn animals

* Followed all pet care instructions, including dietary needs and medication regimens

* Grooming of animals

* Atterdag Village- Socialized with residents in theretirement community; played games and conversed with them to decrease isolation and loneliness

* Therapeutic Riding Program- Assisted with therapeutic horseback riding lessons; interacted with and supported special needs clients, socialization of horses and care including grooming

* Solvang Theaterfest- Ushered for 15 theater productions- seating 300+ patrons each time; worked in busy concession stand during intermission

* SYV Humane Society- Socialized with animals, facility maintenance/ cleaning, helped to find them a forever home

* Safety Town- SVY Presbyterian Church- counselor for week long summer camp for 3-5 year olds, creating and supervising crafts, assisting with safety curriculum, soothing upset children

* Friendship House- Planted garden for elderly residents' home

* Solvang Public Library- Assisted with book sale. Merchandising and sales.

• Took orders and served guests at their tables
• Took to-go orders over the phone and communicated to kitchen staff, packaged and served orders
• Provided exceptional customer service to all guests, even in peak business periods. Provided suggestions to tourists in a welcoming manner
• Kept work areas clean, neat and sanitized according to requirements
• Listened to customer needs and suggested additional menu items as appropriate
• Took special orders for large groups and wine tours
• Opened new inventory and rotated stock by dates to maintain freshness
• Received payment via cash, check, card or mobile payment and processed accurately
• Maintained calm and professional demeanor in all situations
• Guided guests through menus while demonstrating thorough knowledge of the food, beverages and ingredients
• Routinely removed trash and debris from restaurant
• Upheld standards of cleanliness, food handling and safety
• Bussed, cleared, cleaned tables in an efficient manner

Worked in busy baseball concession stand; handled money, made change (no cash register), maintained cleanliness of stand, quickly prepared food orders in high paced environment.