Shivani
Mississauga,ON
Summary
Skilled kitchen assistant focused on food safety and sanitation. Strong time management and teamwork abilities ensure efficient catering operations. Background in mental health support and group facilitation fosters inclusivity. Committed to client well-being through tailored support and emotional intelligence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Catering Assistant
CLS Catering Services
Mississauga, Ontario
03.2025 - Current
- Prepared special meals, including gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, and allergy-safe options for airlines.
- Followed dietary instructions to ensure compliance with customer needs.
- Minimized cross-contamination by using separate chopping boards for different food types.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen and serving areas.
Peer Support Volunteer
Punjabi Community Health Center
Brampton, Ontario
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Educated peers on mental health services and community resources to enhance awareness.
- Collaborated with team members to foster a welcoming environment for all participants.
- Developed training materials for new volunteers focused on peer support techniques.
- Provided emotional support in group settings to promote psychological well-being.
Assistant Counselor
Ekam Hospital
Moga, Punjab
02.2022 - 03.2024
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, encouraging open discussions among participants.
- Assisted patients with intake procedures and assessments to ensure thorough evaluations.
- Delivered lectures on mental health awareness topics, including suicide prevention and stress management techniques.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Maintained accurate and confidential client records in compliance with regulations.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness.
Education
Diploma - Health & Social System Navigation
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener12-2024
Master of Arts - Psychology
Punjabi University
Punjab05-2020
Skills
- Mental health support
- Active listening
- Conflict resolution
- Stress management
- Group facilitation
- Emotional intelligence
- Client assessment
- Dietary compliance
- Organizational skills
- Allergen awareness
Certification
- Certification in Accessibility for Ontarian with disability (AODA)
- Certification in Continuing Professional Development Program Cultural competence in healthcare, Ontario Health
- Food handling Certificate
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Punjabi
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Catering Assistant
CLS Catering Services
03.2025 - Current
Peer Support Volunteer
Punjabi Community Health Center
07.2024 - 12.2024
Assistant Counselor
Ekam Hospital
02.2022 - 03.2024
Diploma - Health & Social System Navigation
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Master of Arts - Psychology
Punjabi University