Beth Gardner
Preston,Lancashire
Summary
Highly adaptable and detail-oriented professional with exceptional organisational skills and a strong work ethic. Demonstrates expertise in time management, quality assurance, and process improvement initiatives, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and to the highest standards. Skilled in data entry with speed and accuracy, alongside proficiency in basic software applications and database management. Adept at working both independently and collaboratively within teams, leveraging interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence to foster productive environments. Committed to health and safety compliance while maintaining a customer-focused approach. Driven by a willingness to learn and progress professionally, consistently prioritising workloads effectively to meet deadlines.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Production worker
Laleham Health and Beauty
Preston, Lancashire
01.2021 - Current
- Kept workspace clean and organised, ensuring a productive work environment.
- Ensured product quality by adhering to company standards and regulations.
- Maintained safe work environment by following safety procedures.
- Followed standard operating procedures, ensuring compliance and consistency in product quality.
- Facilitated smooth workflow by organising materials for production line.
- Followed detailed assembly instructions, resulting in precise manufacturing outcomes.
- Achieved consistent output with careful monitoring of production process.
- Performed regular cleaning tasks maintaining a hygienic manufacturing area.
- Operated machinery following strict guidelines to ensure safety and quality control measures were met.
- Worked on assembly line, producing high-quality goods.
- Contributed to team efforts, leading to improved overall production rates.
Administrative assistant
First Kick Football
Preston, Lancashire
04.2022 - 05.2024
- Coordinated office operations by handling phone inquiries, managing correspondence and supervising office cleanliness.
- Contributed to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Expedited document filing system with a new, organised method.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly maintaining high level confidentiality at all times.
- Improved customer satisfaction through prompt response to email and phone queries.
- Interacted professionally with clients providing excellent service at all times.
- Supported accurate record-keeping with proficient data entry skills.
- Handled incoming calls for staff, answering questions, directing calls and documenting messages.
- Transcribed or scanned data to create new files.
Nursery practitioner
Marylands
Preston, Lancashire
07.2017 - 04.2019
- Delivered high-quality childcare services, ensuring a comforting atmosphere for all attendees.
- Maintained detailed records of each child's progress, facilitating personalised care and learning plans.
- Managed child behaviour effectively resulting in harmonious learning environments.
- Ensured a safe, nurturing environment for children through consistent supervision and careful monitoring of play areas.
- Fostered creativity amongst young learners through organised arts and crafts sessions.
- Collaborated closely with other practitioners to create engaging lesson plans catered to different learning styles.
- Adhered strictly to hygiene standards whilst preparing meals and snacks; ensured overall well-being of children.
- Assessed individual learning needs of each child; tailored teaching methods accordingly.
- Provided support during meal times, encouraging balanced diets for better health.
- Prepared daily activity schedules that promoted fun-filled learning experiences for children.
- Participated actively in team meetings and trainings; stayed updated on latest childcare best practices.
- Promoted inclusivity within the classroom using diverse teaching materials and practices.
- Improved fine motor skills in children by introducing age-appropriate crafting activities.
- Enhanced emotional development of children with use of empathy-focussed group activities.
- Incorporated songs and rhymes into daily routines, enhancing toddlers' speech abilities.
- Developed trusting relationships with children, parents and staff.
- Maintained clean, safe play environments, disinfecting toys and surfaces regularly.
- Planned creative activities to motivate and inspire children.
- Attended regular training opportunities to expand professional knowledge and further career progression.
- Oversaw key group of children and kept detailed progress observations.
- Promoted emotional and social development of children, encouraging learning through play and sensory activities.
- Kept accurate learning journey records, sharing updates with parents and carers for cohesive childcare.
- Applied paediatric first aid and managed incidents with calm and composure.
- Designed educational activities for young children in line with Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
- Raised safeguarding concerns with senior staff to maintain positive child security and wellbeing.
- Managed misbehaviour using proven strategies and methodologies.
- Safeguarded children appropriately to meet legal requirements.
- Maintained secure, up-to-date child care records for thorough reference.
- Delivered holistic support for well-rounded childcare provisions.
Food service assistant
Butties2Go
Preston, Lancashire
08.2013 - 10.2017
- Greeted every customer warmly, promoting friendly atmosphere.
- Completed restocking swiftly post delivery arrival to ensure immediate product availability.
- Served customers efficiently during busy lunch hours to reduce waiting time.
- Kept kitchen equipment clean and organised, maintained optimal functionality.
- Worked in fast-paced environment whilst maintaining quality of service.
- Performed cash handling duties, ensured accurate financial transactions.
- Managed timing standards in food deliveries to minimise delays.
- Processed cash and card payments promptly, minimising customer waiting times and enabling swift table turnarounds.
- Thoroughly cleaned kitchen utensils, cookware, glassware and serving dishes, maintaining faultless hygiene and presentation standards.
- Used kitchen equipment as instructed and to safety protocols.
- Carried out regular rubbish removal, mopping and sweeping, maintaining clean kitchen environments throughout service shifts.
- Assisted customers with menu selection, offering knowledge of current special dishes and personal recommendations to build rapport.
- Labelled and stored fresh food deliveries immediately to avoid spoilage.
- Performed stringent cleaning and disinfecting processes.
- Adhered to food quality constraints and industry best practices to guarantee guest satisfaction.
- Used appropriate sanitising and cleaning products to maintain hygienic kitchen and food preparation areas.
- Calculated charges, issued bills and collected payments, processing accurately to avoid till discrepancies.
- Followed health and hygiene standards when handling food and cleaning.
- Memorised complete menu and offered guests knowledgeable suggestions.
- Cultivated a friendly environment with dedicated customer service.
- Prepared hot and cold meals to cater to diverse customer preferences.
- Trained new staff members, increased team efficiency.
- Fostered positive working relationships with team members, led to increased productivity.
- Managed stock inventory, ensured availability of necessary ingredients.
Education
BSc (Hons) - Children, Schools and Families
University of Central Lancashire
Preston 09.2018 - 06.2019
Foundation Degree - Teaching and Learning Support
Blackburn College
Lancashire 09.2016 - 06.2018
A-Levels - Childcare
Blackburn College
Lancashire 09.2014 - 06.2016
GCSEs - High School
Penwortham Priory Academy
Preston 09.2009 - 06.2014
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Time management
- Adaptability including working independently and within a team
- Drive and determination
- Emotional intelligence
- Great organisational skills
- Willingness to learn
- Data entry skills including typing with speed and accuracy and understanding basic software such as databases
- Customer focus
- Use initiative to prioritise workloads
- Safety protocols adherence
- Time management efficiency to ensure all work is completed in a timely manor within set deadlines
- Quality Assurance skills including great ability to work in a team, excellent communication skills and impeccable attention to detail
- Process improvement initiatives
- Strong work ethic including willingness to learn more to progress in the workplace
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Quality Control to ensure the best quality for clients
Affiliations
- Spending time with family and friends
- Going on adventurous walks with my family and dogs
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Administrative assistant
First Kick Football
04.2022 - 05.2024
Production worker
Laleham Health and Beauty
01.2021 - Current
BSc (Hons) - Children, Schools and Families
University of Central Lancashire
09.2018 - 06.2019
Nursery practitioner
Marylands
07.2017 - 04.2019
Foundation Degree - Teaching and Learning Support
Blackburn College
09.2016 - 06.2018
A-Levels - Childcare
Blackburn College
09.2014 - 06.2016
Food service assistant
Butties2Go
08.2013 - 10.2017
GCSEs - High School
Penwortham Priory Academy
09.2009 - 06.2014
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