WERIDONGHA AKINGBESOTE
Ipswich,Suffolk
Summary
Responsible and skilled care provider assisting elderly or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, preparing meals etc. Dedicated to achieving positive outcomes by delivering excellent patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Volunteer Community carer
LISIDA AGED WOMEN VOLUNTEER GROUP
ONDO, ONDO
11.2020 - 01.2024
- Adapted support where possible to increase service accessibility.
- Helped bridge the gap between clients, families and the management by effectively communicating to them an accurate wellness and progress report.
- Offered emotional support and companionship to address holistic wellbeing.
- Tackled chronic loneliness by providing tailored companionship through active listening and shared hobbies.
- Delivered personal care to service users, from housekeeping to shopping and meal preparation.
- Prioritised person-centred care to maximise independence for clients with dementia and limited mobility.
- Established rapport with clients, fostering trusting relationships and addressing emotional and physical needs.
- Responded promptly to emergencies with quick thinking and appropriate action.
- Maintained accurate records of daily care activities.
- Administered medication accurately and kept comprehensive records.
Catering Instructor and Chief baker
GOVERNMENT CRAFT DEVELOPMENT CENTRE (GCDC)
Sagbama, Bayelsa
06.2016 - 10.2020
- Foster positive relationships with customers to enhance loyalty and retention.
- Listened to customers needs and preferences to provide targeted advice, increasing sales opportunities.
- Covered numerous extra shifts by maintaining flexible schedule to help achieve company goals.
- Guaranteed high levels of customer satisfaction through product knowledge and attentive service.
- Supervised on-the-job training for vocational students to demonstrate methods, procedures and techniques.
- Resolved customer complaints and process issues with proactive problem-solving skills.
- Worked energetically to maintain efficient operations during peak trading hours.
- Educated students about safety requirements and consistently enforced rules.
Kitchen assistant
SETRACO CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LIMITED
Sagbama, Bayelsa
01.2014 - 05.2016
- Assisted chefs with preparing and presenting food, employing meticulous attention to detail and quality standards.
- Observed health and hygiene standards to minimise food contamination.
- Maintained organised kitchen stations with meticulous care and precision, promoting team productivity.
- Dispensed snacks and refreshments at periodic intervals.
- Used kitchen equipment as instructed and to safety protocols.
- Carefully noted each company workers allegens and ensure they are followed strictly using various techniques such as food and drink labelling.
- Prevented allergen cross-contamination through meticulous food preparation, cooking and plating.
- Accurately took orders, making menu recommendations as appropriate while delivering exceptional, friendly and fast service.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - PRIMARY EDUCATION
ISAAC JASPER BORO COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Sagbama, Bayelsa State 01.2017 - 10.2020
Diploma of Higher Education - CATERING AND HOTEL MANAGEMENT
NIGER DELTA OIL AND GAS TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
Warri, Delta State 08.2013 - 01.2014
Skills
- Dementia care
- Moving and handling techniques
- Medication assistance
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Personal care
- Dietary monitoring
- Communication skills
- Meal preparation
- Elderly care expertise
- Specimen collection
- Housekeeping
- Activities of Daily Living
- Time management
Affiliations
- Cooking
- Baking
- Travelling and meeting new people
Timeline
Volunteer Community carer
LISIDA AGED WOMEN VOLUNTEER GROUP
11.2020 - 01.2024
Diploma of Higher Education - PRIMARY EDUCATION
ISAAC JASPER BORO COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
01.2017 - 10.2020
Catering Instructor and Chief baker
GOVERNMENT CRAFT DEVELOPMENT CENTRE (GCDC)
06.2016 - 10.2020
Kitchen assistant
SETRACO CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LIMITED
01.2014 - 05.2016
Diploma of Higher Education - CATERING AND HOTEL MANAGEMENT
NIGER DELTA OIL AND GAS TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
08.2013 - 01.2014
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