Charles Ologwa
Regina
Summary
Versatile and dedicated, I excelled at Regina Brewing by enhancing kitchen efficiency and significantly reducing food waste, showcasing my strong multitasking and organizational skills. My compassionate approach at Temilade Care Home improved patient comfort, demonstrating my ability to blend hard skills like cooking and sanitation with soft skills such as compassionate caregiving and relationship building.
Experienced with providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals in need. Utilizes strong interpersonal skills and empathy to connect with clients and support their daily living activities. Knowledge of managing medication schedules and coordinating with healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care plans.
Friendly and nurturing, with natural ability to create safe and engaging environment for children. Understanding child development and effective communication with children and parents. Committed to fostering positive impact on each child's growth and well-being.
Childcare professional with proven ability to create safe and stimulating environments for children. Known for developing age-appropriate activities that foster growth and development. Reliable team collaborator who adapts to changing needs and maintains high standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook/Kitchen Hand
Regina Brewing
06.2023 - 12.2024
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Adapted quickly to menu changes and customer requests, demonstrating flexibility and problem-solving skills.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, ensuring safe dining environment.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Kitchen Helper/Dishwasher
Agave Mexican Restaurant & Tequila Bar
04.2023 - 05.2024
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by assisting with meal preparation and ensuring timely food delivery to customers.
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Supported a clean and organized workspace by performing daily kitchen maintenance tasks, contributing to a safe work environment.
- Assisted chefs with various cooking tasks, contributing to the creation of diverse and delicious menu items for satisfied patrons.
- Contributed to a positive working atmosphere through excellent communication skills and collaboration with team members across all shifts.
- Improved customer satisfaction through attentive listening to dietary requests and accurately conveying them to the chef.
- Provided reliable assistance during peak hours, managing time efficiently while maintaining a high level of quality control in food preparation.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
Care Aide
Temilade Care Home
02.2019 - 04.2023
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively using de-escalation techniques, ensuring the safety of all parties involved.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients by following infection control protocols and conducting regular safety checks.
- Helped with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and routine cleaning.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, offering a listening ear and empathetic presence.
- Communicated effectively with diverse patient populations using active listening skills and cultural sensitivity, establishing trust and rapport quickly.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Childcare Provider
Rosemary Daycare
06.2017 - 01.2019
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
- Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
- Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child''s achievements or concerns while offering guidance on home-based support strategies.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and promoting positive interactions.
Education
Diploma - Health Studies
University of Regina
Regina, SKSkills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Multitasking and organization
- Sanitation
- Compassionate caregiving
- Housekeeping tasks
- Respectful and compassionate
- Daily living assistance
- Flexible schedule
- Compassionate care
- Relationship building
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
PERSONAL CARE WORKER 2025
St John ambulance
CERTIFIED STANDARD FIRST AID AND CPR 2024
St John Ambulance
ADVANCE FOOD SAFETY CERTIFICATE 2024
Safe Check Food Safety
WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS MATERIAL INFORMATION SYSTEM
Canadian Center For Occupational Health And Safety
Temilade Best care provider of the year 2020
In 2020 at the end of the year party at Temilade Care home I was announced as the best care worker for that year because of my diligent, hardwork and Consistency I was delighted by the award because it was my second year of working with them and receiving accolade I'll say I merited it because I was doing a good job
Timeline
Cook/Kitchen Hand
Regina Brewing
06.2023 - 12.2024
Kitchen Helper/Dishwasher
Agave Mexican Restaurant & Tequila Bar
04.2023 - 05.2024
Care Aide
Temilade Care Home
02.2019 - 04.2023
Childcare Provider
Rosemary Daycare
06.2017 - 01.2019
Diploma - Health Studies
University of Regina
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