Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
References
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Nathan Rowling

Yeadon,Leeds

Summary

Dedicated professional with a strong commitment to compassionate care and advocacy for disability rights. Demonstrates exceptional skills in teamwork, multitasking, and attention to detail, ensuring adherence to health and safety standards. Proficient in problem behaviour handling, conflict resolution, and mental health awareness. Experienced in providing personal hygiene assistance, domestic cleaning, and meal preparation while maintaining client confidentiality. Eager to leverage expertise in technology usage and sensory impairment understanding to enhance client support and dignity preservation.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Home carer

Family member
Leeds, West Yorkshire
09.2023 - Current
  • Provided overnight care when required; ensuring peace of mind for both client and relatives.
  • Assisted clients with mobility issues to increase independence and confidence.
  • Managed efficient household tasks such as grocery shopping, laundry and cleaning to maintain hygiene standards.
  • Handled emergency situations calmly; contacting relevant medical teams efficiently when necessary.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients to promote their wellbeing.
  • Administered medication as prescribed to manage health conditions effectively.
  • Delivered physiotherapy exercises, promoting improved mobility in patients with physical disabilities.
  • Conducted risk assessments around the house, minimising potential dangers for clients.
  • Demonstrated empathy towards family members during difficult times, offering emotional support when needed.
  • Assisted in daily personal care routines for improved patient wellbeing.
  • Offered compassionate physical and emotional support to patients, enhancing overall health and wellbeing.
  • Cooked meals to meet diverse dietary requirements.
  • Completed laundry, ironing and dry cleaning.
  • Hoovered and tidied rooms with keen eye for detail.
  • Picked up client shopping and prescriptions.
  • Practiced safety and hygiene procedures by maintaining clean work environment.
  • Shared hobbies and interests to build rapport with clients.
  • Ran personal errands for clients and transported individuals to social gatherings.

Kitchen Porter/ Line Chef

The Woolpack Inn
Yeadon
12.2019 - 08.2023

Assisted chefs in food preparation for efficient meal service.

  • Achieved high levels of organisation with sorting and storing deliveries.
  • Removed rubbish, kept bin area clean and orderly.
  • Operated dishwashing machinery to maintain cleanliness in the kitchen.
  • Cleaned work surfaces, ensured hygiene standards were met.
  • Swept and mopped floors at end of shifts to ensure tidy workspace next day.
  • Unloaded deliveries, stored items properly for easy accessibility.
  • Consistently adhered to food hygiene regulations whilst dealing with food waste.
  • Worked under pressure during peak times without compromising on quality of work delivered.
  • Helped create a pleasant dining experience by maintaining clean cutlery and crockery.
  • Actively contributed towards keeping cooking areas pest-free through regular cleaning duties.
  • Followed established procedures for handling special cleaning solutions in order to protect self and others from harm.
  • Assisted in stock rotation tasks; maintained accurate inventory count.
  • Completed deep cleaning tasks as instructed by supervising chef or manager.
  • Carried out regular rubbish removal, mopping and sweeping, maintaining clean kitchen environments throughout service shifts.
  • Washed cutlery and crockery using industrial dishwashers and manual methods for pristine finish.
  • Worked well in busy kitchen settings, coordinating and partnering with other staff to complete tasks efficiently.
  • Removed waste and spills quickly, keeping food preparation areas clean and professionally organised.
  • Remained calm under pressure throughout busy shifts, preparing and serving accurate customer orders within target service windows.

Kitchen Porter, Line Chef, Carvery Prep Chef

Hawthorne Farm
03.2017 - 12.2019
  • Supported kitchen staff by promptly preparing ingredients as per chef's request.
  • Followed strict recipes to maintain consistency across all dishes served.
  • Stored food items properly preventing spoilage or cross-contamination.
  • Handled sharp tools safely minimising risks of work-related injuries.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining cleanliness and organisation.
  • Streamlined preparation processes with careful time management skills.
  • Adhered to health and safety regulations, ensured safe working environment at all times.
  • Cleaned utensils and cutlery after use, maintained hygiene standards in the kitchen.
  • Prepared vegetables, meats, sauces for quick assembly during busy hours.
  • Adhered to health and safety requirements for cleaning surfaces, cooking items and equipment.

Education

GCSE’s - Maths, English, Science, German, Engineering

01.2016 - 12.2016

Level 2 - Food Industry Skills

Leeds city college
01.2016 - 12.2018

Level 1 - Bricklaying

Leeds city college
01.2016 - 12.2018

Skills


  • Punctual
  • Teamwork
  • Eager learner
  • Initiative
  • Multitasking
  • Attention to detail
  • Health and safety standards adherence
  • Problem behaviour handling
  • Technology usage
  • Dignity preservation
  • Disability rights advocacy
  • Sensory impairment understanding
  • Housekeeping
  • Manual handling
  • Food preparation
  • Meal preparation
  • Domestic assistance
  • Client confidentiality
  • Domestic cleaning
  • Compassionate care
  • CPR
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Cleaning
  • Mental health awareness
  • Conflict Resolution

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Home carer

Family member
09.2023 - Current

Kitchen Porter/ Line Chef

The Woolpack Inn
12.2019 - 08.2023

Kitchen Porter, Line Chef, Carvery Prep Chef

Hawthorne Farm
03.2017 - 12.2019

GCSE’s - Maths, English, Science, German, Engineering

01.2016 - 12.2016

Level 2 - Food Industry Skills

Leeds city college
01.2016 - 12.2018

Level 1 - Bricklaying

Leeds city college
01.2016 - 12.2018
Nathan Rowling