Taya Chandler
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Driven and adaptable professional with experience at Yancey County Humane Society, demonstrating expertise in animal handling and sanitation protocols. Excelled in enhancing animal wellbeing and maintaining high cleanliness standards. Known for exceptional customer service and a strong work ethic, I effectively improved operational efficiencies and fostered positive environments. Quick to master new skills, consistently delivering results beyond expectations. Dependable kennel tech skillful in handling animals up to 110 pounds. Demonstrated history of building strong client relationships and bonds with pets. Maintains order when caring for multiple animals with diverse temperaments. Well-versed in animal handling. Enthusiastic Carhop skilled in safe food handling and creating exceptional guest experiences. People-oriented and focused worker with knowledge of ordering procedures and customer service. Multitasks to deliver exceptional service.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Technician
Yancey County Humane Society
2023.03 - 2023.07
- Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
- Maintained clean and sanitary living conditions for animals, reducing stress and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Enhanced animal socialization skills through daily interaction and playtime activities.
- Implemented efficient feeding schedules, ensuring all animals received proper nutrition on a timely basis.
- Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff to provide medical treatments and monitor post-surgery recovery for animals in our care.
- Improved animal health by administering medications and vaccinations as directed by veterinarians.
Fountain/Carhop Server
Sonics Drive In
2022.05 - 2022.08
- Maintained a positive attitude even during high-stress periods, contributing to an uplifting work environment for both colleagues and guests.
- Upheld stringent food safety standards by following proper sanitation procedures during all aspects of food handling and preparation.
- Adhered strictly to uniform guidelines, presenting a polished appearance that reflected well on the organization as a whole.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, providing correct change and processing credit card payments securely.
- Organized freezers, refrigerators and storage rooms by receiving, recording, and moving food and beverage supplies and products.
- Effectively took orders out to the customers, ensuring everything was correctly made.
Education
No Degree - Veterinary Science
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC05.2027
High School Diploma -
Madison High School
Marshall, NC06.2023
Skills
- Sanitation protocols
- Patience and resilience
- Animal handling expertise
- Care Monitoring
- Excellent customer service
- Strong Work Ethic
- Energy and enthusiasm
- Quick Learner
- Cleanliness
Baking, painting
I love to bake, but especially cookies and cakes. I like everything I do to be from scratch! I also enjoy painting, A lot of people in my family are artistic, and I have always loved to paint! More specifically, landscapes.
Timeline
Kennel Technician
Yancey County Humane Society
2023.03 - 2023.07
Fountain/Carhop Server
Sonics Drive In
2022.05 - 2022.08
No Degree - Veterinary Science
North Carolina State University
High School Diploma -
Madison High School
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