MERCY ADEYEMO
Bournemouth,United Kingdom
Summary
A versatile and dedicated professional with a diverse background spanning healthcare, culinary arts, education, and national service. With over 6 years of experience as a Sous Chef, I honed leadership, organisational, and teamwork skills while ensuring high-quality standards in a fast-paced environment. My role as a Healthcare Assistant demonstrated compassion, adaptability, and a commitment to improving patient well-being through attentive care. Following the completion of my bachelor's degree, I served my country as a secondary school teacher, fostering critical thinking and inspiring students to achieve academic excellence. This multidisciplinary experience has equipped me with exceptional interpersonal skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to thrive in dynamic, results-driven settings. I am now eager to leverage my diverse skill set in a role that aligns with my passion for continuous learning, adaptability, and making a meaningful impact. Healthcare professional with experience in patient care, assistance with daily living activities, and maintaining patient comfort. Competent in handling medical equipment, administering medications, and providing emotional support to patients and families. Consistently ensures clean and safe environments, adhering to health and safety regulations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work history
Support worker
Auckland care
Bournemouth, England
2026.02 - Current
- Assisted in maintaining a clean environment for improved client health.
- Completed housekeeping tasks resulting in a clean, safe home environment.
- Supported daily living skills training which increased client self-sufficiency.
- Participated in regular team meetings, enhancing quality of care provided.
- Administered medication according to schedule, promoting optimal health outcomes.
- Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.
- Actively listened to client concerns thus creating a comforting environment.
- Assisted with mobility issues enabling easier movement around the home.
Healthcare support worker
The Hiring Hive
Bournemouth, England
2025.07 - Current
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for all patients.
- Enabled better understanding between healthcare team members by acting as a liaison between them.
- Worked closely with multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic care.
- Practised infection control standards to maintain patient health and safety.
- Prepared meals according to individual dietary requirements, promoting good nutrition.
- Communicated sensitively with patients whilst respecting privacy and dignity at all times.
- Helped elderly residents with basic living skills such as dressing and feeding themselves.
- Supported the implementation of care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Health Care Assistant
PORTELET COTTAGE
BOURNEMOUTH, DORSET
2025.01 - 2026.04
- Assisted patients with daily personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and toileting, promoting dignity and comfort.
- Documented care provided, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records were kept.
- Maintained a clean and hygienic environment in patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Helped patients with bathing, meal assistance, toileting and mobility support.
- Assisted patients in the basic hygiene requirements, including bathing, washing and dressing.
- Supported residents with mobility issues, using equipment safely to aid movement.
Store Assistant
Dominos Pizza
Bournemouth
2025.01 - 2025.04
- Performed daily store opening and closing duties, ensuring that all store policies were followed
- Increased store sales through effective training and coaching of store associates
- Preparing and delivering pizza to our customers
- Ensured store safety by monitoring customer activity and enforcing store policies
Health Care Assistant
Optimum Care
2024.08 - 2025.01
- Company Overview: London
- Ensured a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors, and staff
- Provided compassionate support and comfort to patients and their families
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions and progress, ensuring all activities were compliant with relevant legislation and regulations
- Assisted clients in developing life skills such as budgeting and communication
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet each client's physical, emotional and social needs
- Created and maintained supportive relationships with clients to build trust and foster independence
- London
Teacher
Ogbomoso Baptist High School
Ogbomoso
2023.08 - 2024.07
- Evaluated student progress and performance and reported findings to the student's regular teacher
- Monitored and reported student progress to the teacher, providing feedback on areas of improvement
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and develop strategies for improvement
- Created and managed student and teacher accounts in the virtual learning environment
- Received the 'Outstanding Teacher of the Year' award for creating an engaging learning environment and inspiring students to reach their potential
Sous Chef
Greater Tomorrow
Ikire
2022.09 - 2023.08
- Adjusted recipes and cooking techniques to accommodate special dietary requests and allergies
- Trained and mentored junior staff to improve their culinary skills and increase productivity
- Identified and addressed operational issues that improved kitchen efficiency
- Developed and maintained comprehensive staff training plans to ensure staff were up to date on new recipes and techniques
Kitchen Assistant
Grooville Suites
Ilesa
2022.02 - 2022.09
- Washed dishes, utensils and other kitchen items, ensuring a clean and hygienic kitchen
- Stocked and replenished kitchen supplies to ensure all ingredients were available for the kitchen team
- Performed basic food preparation tasks, such as chopping vegetables, to help in the kitchen during peak hours
Sous Chef
Kings Hotel
Ilesa
2017.06 - 2019.03
- Managed kitchen operations in the absence of the head chef, resulting in minimal disruption to service
- Collaborated with the head chef to develop and execute weekly menu plans
- Developed a new menu of locally-sourced, seasonal dishes that increased restaurant sales by 20%
- Managed the kitchen staff to ensure the quality and timeliness of food orders, resulting in improved customer experience
Health Care Assistant
The Clintons
2016.05 - 2017.02
- Company Overview: Lagos
- Performed basic nursing tasks, such as dressing changes and wound care
- Assisted with the coordination of care between physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team
- Provided compassionate support and comfort to patients and their families
- Ensured a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors, and staff
- Lagos
Education
Certificate in Education -
OSUN STATE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Bachelor's Degree - RELIGIOUS STUDIES
OBAFEMI AWOLOWO UNIVERSITY
ILE-IFEMaster of Science - Cyber security and Human Factors
Bournemouth University
Poole 2025.01 -
Skills
- Cooking Skills
- Religious Studies
- Virtual Learning Environments
- Event Management
- Strategic Thinking
- Dishwashing
- Culinary Arts
- Knowledge of Education
- Food Preparation
- Knowledge of Hygiene
- Knowledge of Professional Development
- Allergology
- Receptivity
- Restaurant Operation
- Health Care
- Nursing
- Wound Care
- Customer Experience
- Sales
- Coordination Skills
- Leadership
- Team Working
- Computer Literacy
- Multidisciplinary Approach
- Adaptability
- Communication Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Hard Work and Dedication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Passionate
- Success Driven Person
- Manual handling
Languages
Yoruba
English
Hobbies and interests
- READING
- TEAMWORK
- TRAVELLING
Timeline
Support worker
Auckland care
2026.02 - Current
Healthcare support worker
The Hiring Hive
2025.07 - Current
Master of Science - Cyber security and Human Factors
Bournemouth University
2025.01 -
Health Care Assistant
PORTELET COTTAGE
2025.01 - 2026.04
Store Assistant
Dominos Pizza
2025.01 - 2025.04
Health Care Assistant
Optimum Care
2024.08 - 2025.01
Teacher
Ogbomoso Baptist High School
2023.08 - 2024.07
Sous Chef
Greater Tomorrow
2022.09 - 2023.08
Kitchen Assistant
Grooville Suites
2022.02 - 2022.09
Sous Chef
Kings Hotel
2017.06 - 2019.03
Health Care Assistant
The Clintons
2016.05 - 2017.02
Bachelor's Degree - RELIGIOUS STUDIES
OBAFEMI AWOLOWO UNIVERSITY
Certificate in Education -
OSUN STATE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION