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Shereee Martin

Ottawa,ON - Ontario

Summary

Certified in Canine First Aid/CPR.

Hardworking professional with experience maintaining clean and safe agricultural facility. Talented at feeding and caring for livestock, cleaning stalls and grounds upkeep. Dedicated to monitoring animals and reporting issues for quick resolution.

Devoted professional with deep love of animals and readiness to take on any care assignments. Protects animals and guests from undue risks with careful management of animal spaces and behaviors. Team-oriented professional always ready to handle everything from administrative to facilities maintenance in tasks in support of animal care needs.

Seasoned Barn Groom known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in animal care, stable maintenance, and equipment handling. Excel in time management, adaptability, and teamwork, ensuring smooth barn operations and well-being of horses.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Barn Groom /Barn Staff Member

Wesley Clover Parks
Ottawa, Ontario
01.2025 - Current
  • Watered, fed and cared for livestock.
  • Scheduled grooming and veterinary appointments for animals.
  • Monitored horse behavior to observe any changes in condition or attitude.
  • Exercised horses by walking, lunging and riding them in an arena or on trails.
  • Held horses for veterinarian during health checks and care or for farrier for trimming and shoeing of horse hooves.
  • Operated farm machinery such as tractors, RTVs, loaders.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving injured animals or personnel.

Kennel Supervisor / Receptionist

Eastway pet resort
Ottawa, ON
09.2022 - Current
  • Supported animal health by keeping areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
  • Monitored safety of every animal to prevent injuries from other animals or environmental hazards.
  • Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
  • Followed consistent safety procedures, maintained visible animal identification and checked tags to minimize care errors.
  • Answered phone calls, provided information and connected callers to appropriate personnel.
  • Handled payment processing and provided customers with receipts and proper bills and change.
  • Managed office duties and basic administrative tasks, organized and cleaned work space, ordered materials and answered phone calls.
  • Managed all emails in regards to clients questions, problems and concerns.
  • Supervised and coordinated the daily activities of kennel staff, ensuring proper care for all animals.
  • Provided guidance to kennel personnel on animal handling techniques, health issues, safety protocols, and customer service policies.
  • Maintained detailed records of each animal's medical history including vaccinations, treatments, medications, behavior assessments.
  • Scheduled appointments for clients, customers, and other visitors.
  • Assisted in maintaining office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
  • Processed customer payments using cash registers or point-of-sale terminals according to company policies and procedures.

Stable Hand

Queenswood Stables
Ottawa, ON
06.2019 - 04.2021
  • Attended all scheduled practices and training sessions to maintain peak athletic performance.
  • Accepted constructive criticism from coaches and teammates to improve skills.
  • Supported animal health by keeping areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
  • Prepared food and formulas to meet individual needs of animals under care with safe and nutritious meals.
  • Maintained saddles, bridles and riding gear and helped fit to specific horses.
  • Washed, groomed and trimmed each animal to enhance coat health.
  • Observed animals and conducted examinations to identify signs of injury, illness or disease.

Cafe Worker

Lochleven Lodges
Fife
01.2019 - 06.2019
  • Assisted cook with prep work by cutting vegetables and preparing side dishes and salads.
  • Offered support to other stations during high-volume shifts to maintain optimal coverage and meet customer needs.
  • Protected staff and customers from infection by cleaning and sanitizing surfaces and equipment.
  • Took inventory of supplies and equipment and placed new orders to maintain stock levels.
  • Developed menu items to help keep profits up and prices affordable for customers by balancing high and low food costs.
  • Adhered to company food, safety, quality and sanitation policies.
  • Responded to customer concerns efficiently, accurately and with detailed information.

Produce Manager / Receptionist

Ivan Woods & Sons LTD
Lochgelly, Fife
01.2016 - 05.2018
  • Loaded, unloaded and moved heavy products using material loading equipment.
  • Updated signage to reflect current pricing and promote target merchandise.
  • Maintained current and accurate inventory by completing daily cycle counts and monthly audits.
  • Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
  • Delivered administrative support to team members by making copies, sending faxes, organizing documents and rearranging schedules.
  • Monitored work environment to maintain safety, cleanliness and organization.
  • Trained and coached new team members.
  • Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
  • Maintained daily calendars, set appointments with clients and planned daily office events.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.

Kennel Worker

Hillend Kennels
Fife, Scotland
01.2016 - 04.2017
  • Cleaned cages in accordance with health code requirements to ensure sanitary environment for animals.
  • Adhered to animal dietary health guidelines in providing food and water to boarded animals.
  • Supported animal health by keeping areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
  • Walked animals outside to avoid accidents in play areas or bedding.
  • Assisted grooming staff with nail clipping, blow-drying and combing during peak hours and holidays.

Waitress

The Balgeddie Tole
Fife
01.2014 - 06.2015
  • Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts to customers.
  • Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
  • Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
  • Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
  • Confirmed customers' ages for alcohol service and discontinued service to intoxicated guests.
  • Updated customers on menu changes and new food and beverage offerings to maintain quality service relationships.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lochgelly High School
Lochgelly, UK
08.2013

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Strong work ethic
  • Problem Solving
  • Hard Working
  • Reliable
  • Tmanagement
  • Handle pressure very well
  • Motivated
  • Animal care
  • Veterinary assistance
  • Grooming techniques

Education and Training

other

Timeline

Barn Groom /Barn Staff Member

Wesley Clover Parks
01.2025 - Current

Kennel Supervisor / Receptionist

Eastway pet resort
09.2022 - Current

Stable Hand

Queenswood Stables
06.2019 - 04.2021

Cafe Worker

Lochleven Lodges
01.2019 - 06.2019

Produce Manager / Receptionist

Ivan Woods & Sons LTD
01.2016 - 05.2018

Kennel Worker

Hillend Kennels
01.2016 - 04.2017

Waitress

The Balgeddie Tole
01.2014 - 06.2015

High School Diploma -

Lochgelly High School
Shereee Martin