Joelle Brunk
Okabena
Summary
Dynamic and reliable childcare provider with experience for Anna Diemer, skilled in fostering creativity and learning through engaging activities. Demonstrated strong problem-solving and time management abilities while ensuring a safe environment. Known for effective communication with parents and children, enhancing overall childcare experiences through innovative approaches and emotional support.
Bringing warm, friendly demeanor and excellent communication skills. Possesses knowledge of mixology and customer service, with hands-on experience in crafting beverages and managing bar inventory. Committed to creating welcoming atmosphere and ensuring memorable experience for guests.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
Anna Diemer
09.2023 - Current
- Supervised and cared for multiple children, ensuring safety and well-being during activities.
- Planned engaging educational and recreational activities to foster creativity and learning.
- Communicated effectively with parents to provide updates on children's progress and concerns.
- Managed daily schedules, balancing playtime, meals, and rest periods for optimal routine.
- Enhanced overall childcare experience by introducing innovative games and learning tools.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
Bartender/waitress
Blue Barn
02.2022 - Current
- Prepared and served a variety of beverages, ensuring quality and consistency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Assisted in training new staff on drink recipes and customer service standards.
- Managed inventory levels, restocking supplies to meet demand during peak hours.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely service and customer satisfaction.
- Implemented upselling techniques, increasing overall beverage sales through effective communication.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
Education
High School Diploma -
Heron-Lake Okabena Highschool
Okabena, MN05.2025
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Strong work ethic
- Following directions
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Flexible scheduling
- Dependability
- Maintaining safe environment
- Attention to detail
- Conflict resolution
- Child supervision
- Toddler care experience
- Adaptability and resilience
- Active listening
- Schedule management
- Activity planning
- School-age children experience
- Routine management
- Homework assistance
- Playing puzzles and games
- Light housekeeping
Timeline
Babysitter
Anna Diemer
09.2023 - Current
Bartender/waitress
Blue Barn
02.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Heron-Lake Okabena Highschool