Kristen
Sheppard
THERE ARE NO SECRETS TO SUCCESS. IT IS THE RESULT OF PREPARATION, HARD WORK, AND LEARNING FROM FAILURE. COLIN POWELL
PHONE- 505-***-**** / EMAIL – ******************@*****.*** Invested Intern in Social Work who is dedicated to forming trusting relationships and advocating for clients' best interests. Respectful and compassionate professional offering background serving the community by providing guidance for needy clients. WORK H I S TORY
Intern Social Work
Income Support Division
Grants, New Mexico
December 2023 - Current
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
• Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively. Chef
Uranium City Winery
Grants, NM
2022.02 - 2023.01
• Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
• Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
• Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
• Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
• Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
• Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
• Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
• Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
• Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
• Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
• Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out
• Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs
• Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift
• Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates Housekeeping Manager/Owner/Operator
Sheppard's Cleaning Servies
Myrtle Beach, SC
2009.02 - 2021.09
• Communicated repair needs to maintenance staff.
• Coordinated household cleaning service operations and managed client relations.
• Placed orders for housekeeping supplies and guest toiletries.
• Trained and mentored all new personnel to maximize quality of service and performance.
• Managed laundry sorting, washing, drying, and ironing.
• Drove improvements to workflow and room turnover with hands-on, proactive management style.
• Managed staff of 4 to 6 housekeepers
EDUCATION
Undergraduate - Social Work
New Mexico State University
Grants, NM
2023.10 - Current
• Opportunity Scholarship- Scholarship Recipient
• Federal Pale Grant - Scholarship Recipient
• Relevant Coursework: Social Work & Criminal Justice
• Professional Development: Social Work
SKILLS
Billing and Invoicing
Spreadsheet development
Scheduling and calendar management
Operations management
Strategic marketing
Tactical planning
Contract management
Business process optimization
Competitor trend research
Problem-solving skills
Cash Handling
Time management