Gemma Cazarez
Barry,Vale of Glamorgan
Summary
A highly skilled professional with exceptional communication abilities, known for being approachable, sympathetic, and an excellent listener. Proficient in a variety of digital programs with above-average typing speed, demonstrating strong computer literacy. Experienced in multitasking, planning, and delegating tasks effectively while maintaining a patient, caring, and empathetic approach. Recognised for quick thinking and the ability to use initiative in diverse situations. Eager to continuously learn and apply new skills to enhance professional growth.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Kitchen assistant
Big Fresh Catering Company
Barry, Vale of Glamorgan
2024.10 - Current
- Stored ingredients to extend freshness dates significantly.
- Cleaned utensils to enhance work environment efficiency.
- Contributed to team communication, improving workflow efficiency.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations during food and equipment handling.
- Washed dishes promptly after service to maximise kitchen space.
- Performed daily deep cleaning tasks to maintain cleanliness standards.
- Carried out regular rubbish removal, mopping, and sweeping to sustain a tidy kitchen.
- Served meals to children and staff while maintaining a friendly presence during service shifts.
Small business owner
self employed
Barry, Vale of Glamorgan
2024.07 - Current
- In my spare time, I run a small business that I plan, design and create everything I make. Having an eye for detail, time management to get my designs from paper to reality and shipping items to customers across the world.
- I use a lot of different computer programs to create my work, for instance, G.I.M.P (GNU Image Manipulation Program), Photoshop, Canva, procreate, and ProRip (design program to produce clothing designs), as well as websites and spreadsheets to keep in inventory, sales and finances in check.
- I only produce high quality items and design, my belief is that I wouldn't put my name to anything if I wasn't 100% happy with the work I have created. I am a very fast learner and always give my all to the task at hand. I have keen attention to detail, a very friendly, bubbly, approachable personality that helps when talking to customers or potential clients.
Creche assistant
Palmerston Community Centre
Barry, Vale of Glamorgan
2011.10 - 2012.09
- I was an on-call member of a lovely team of creche workers that provided care in the adult learning centre for children under 4 years.
- Supported child learning through play-based activities, enhancing cognitive abilities.
- Prepared snacks and meals for children, ensuring balanced nutrition throughout the day.
- Promoted good hygiene habits amongst children, creating a healthy creche environment.
Creche assistant
Vale of Glamorgan Council
Barry, Vale of Glamorgan
2010.09 - 2012.09
- I was a member of a small but wonderful team that helped look after children under the age of 3 years across schools in the Vale, while parents attended extra curricular classes in primary schools to further their education.
- I was responsible for the children's safety, happiness and well being. Providing activities and entertainment and seeing to their basic health needs. For example, toilet run, nappy changes, bottle feeding and snacks, and keeping paper work up to date on what tasks had been performed.
Customer sales assistant
Woolworths
Barry, Vale of Glamorgan
2006.12 - 2007.01
- I was employed as a Christmas Temp position in Woolworths. My role was to serve on their busy media and entertainment counter, helping customers with their purchases, help issue refunds and general enquiries, while also being overall friendly and approachable.
Education
A-Levels - Art and Design
Barry College
Barry, Vale of Glamorgan 2001.09 - 2004.07
CACHE - child care and education
Barry College
Barry, Vale of Glamorgan 2000.09 - 2001.07
GCSEs - English, Information Technology, Geography, History
Bryn Hafren Comprehensive School
Barry, Vale of Glamorgan 1995.09 - 2000.07
Skills
- I have great communication skills, I am friendly and approachable, sympathetic and a very good listener
- I am computer literate, being able to use a variety of digital programs and have an above average typing speed
- In my experiences in other roles and with raising my own children, I have developed many skills, for instance I am extremely patient, caring and empathic and quick thinking I am fantastic at multitasking, planning, delegating (if needed) I am very friendly, sociable and easy to work with I am able to use my initiative and always put my all into any task at hand and always eager to learn new skills
Additional Skills
2024 - Level 2 Food safety and hygiene
2024 - asbestos awareness
2024 - safeguarding
2024 - food safety and allergens
2024 - fire safety
Volunteering
2021- present - Head of PTA at Jenner park Primary School
2022 - 2024 - volunteer reader at Jenner park Primary School
2023 - Present - Volunteer assistant at The Pantry, Jenner park Primary School's registered charirt "Pay-as-you-feel" shop,
Timeline
Kitchen assistant
Big Fresh Catering Company
2024.10 - Current
Small business owner
self employed
2024.07 - Current
Creche assistant
Palmerston Community Centre
2011.10 - 2012.09
Creche assistant
Vale of Glamorgan Council
2010.09 - 2012.09
Customer sales assistant
Woolworths
2006.12 - 2007.01
A-Levels - Art and Design
Barry College
2001.09 - 2004.07
CACHE - child care and education
Barry College
2000.09 - 2001.07
GCSEs - English, Information Technology, Geography, History
Bryn Hafren Comprehensive School
1995.09 - 2000.07