Taylor Carpenter
Evanston
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Sterile Processing and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Completion of 400 Clinical Hours at Endeavor Hospital. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nutrition Service Worker
School District 65
08.2023 - Current
- Cleaned and sterilized dinnerware, equipment and facilities to maintain hygienic environment.
- Developed flexible meal templates to meet client nutritional objectives.
- Ordered supplies as needed for efficient operation of the department.
- Assessed and analyzed dietary practices, body composition and energy balance of clients.
- Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts.
- Ensured proper portion sizes were met when preparing and serving meals.
- Assisted cook with prep work by cutting vegetables and preparing side dishes and salads.
- Maintained adequate levels of linens, trays, and silverware items for customers and performed washing and sanitation.
- Monitored food waste levels and reported any issues to appropriate staff members.
Caregiver
State of Illinois-Department of Human Services
10.2021 - Current
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Coordinated transportation services for clients when necessary.
General Manager
Potbelly
09.2018 - 05.2021
- Implemented employee recognition programs to motivate staff members towards achieving organizational goals.
- Provided guidance and support to subordinate managers in order to foster an atmosphere of cooperation throughout the organization.
- Analyzed existing processes for effectiveness and developed new systems as needed to enhance overall productivity levels.
- Created a positive work environment by developing team building activities that encouraged collaboration among departments.
- Prepared detailed reports for senior leadership outlining key performance metrics related to operational success.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations and industry standards pertaining to operations management.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
- Conducted regular meetings with senior management team to review progress against established objectives.
- Ensured compliance with local health department regulations regarding food safety standards.
- Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
- Developed marketing strategies designed to increase brand awareness within target markets.
- Identified areas of improvement in current business practices and collaborated with other departments to develop action plans for implementation.
Assistant Manager
Potbelly's Sandwich Shop
02.2013 - 09.2018
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
- Established processes for monitoring customer satisfaction levels.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.
- Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.
- Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
- Developed a system for tracking inventory and ordering supplies as needed.
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
- Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for employees to identify areas of improvement.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
- Maintained accurate records of sales transactions using point-of-sale systems.
- Organized training sessions for new hires to familiarize them with the workplace environment.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
Cashier
McDonald's Restaurant
03.2012 - 02.2013
- Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Organized promotional displays or arrange merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
Education
Sterile Processing Technician - Sterile Processing Certificate
Triton College
River Grove, IL05-2025
Associates in General Studies - Associates in General Studies
Triton College
River Grove, IL05-2025
Medical Scribe - Clinical Medical Assisting
Triton College
08.2023
High School Diploma -
Evanston Township Highschool
Evanston, IL01.2011
Skills
- Relationship building and management
- Meal planning and preparation
- Medical Records Management
- New-Hire Training
- POS systems operations
- Cash Management
- Purchasing and product sourcing
- Sales forecasting
- Documentation
- Social support
- Nutrition
- Supervisory skills
- Microsoft office
- Marketing
- Performance management
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Decontamination and sanitation
- Tray preparation
- Case cart assembly
- Sterilization procedures
- Computerized tracking
- Quality assurance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Instrument storage
Certification
- SPT - Sterile Processing Technician
- Medical Scribe
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Nutrition Service Worker
School District 65
08.2023 - Current
Caregiver
State of Illinois-Department of Human Services
10.2021 - Current
General Manager
Potbelly
09.2018 - 05.2021
Assistant Manager
Potbelly's Sandwich Shop
02.2013 - 09.2018
Cashier
McDonald's Restaurant
03.2012 - 02.2013
Medical Scribe - Clinical Medical Assisting
Triton College
High School Diploma -
Evanston Township Highschool
Sterile Processing Technician - Sterile Processing Certificate
Triton College
Associates in General Studies - Associates in General Studies
Triton College
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