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Laura Redmond

Carlow,CW

Summary

Dedicated Child Minder with a strong background in emotional development and activity planning, honed at St Brigid's GNS Killester. Skilled in meal preparation and fostering positive reinforcement, I create engaging routines that enhance children's wellbeing and learning experiences. Committed to maintaining a safe and nurturing environment for all children.


Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Child Minder

Joanne Barry, Connor Barry
04.2020 - 08.2025
  • Assisting with school drop off and pick up, helping with homework and bringing children to and from after school activities.
  • Preparing school lunches and dinner daily.
  • Ensuring the mental and emotional wellbeing of the children.
  • Helping create routine and structure for the children.
  • Organizing activities within and outside the house.

Special Needs Assistant, Substitute

St Brigid's GNS Killester
10.2024 - 07.2025
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Assisted students on movement breaks when necessary.
  • Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
  • Implemented visual aids, sensory tools, and adaptive equipment to facilitate student engagement and participation in classroom activities.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through empathy, patience, and understanding of their unique challenges and strengths.

Chef De Partie

Gilhooley's Irish Pub
07.2019 - 09.2020
  • Contributed to a positive kitchen atmosphere through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
  • Supported head chef in menu creation, incorporating seasonal ingredients for innovative dishes.
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering growth through skill development and encouragement of creative experimentation in the kitchen environment.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.

Chef De Partie

Tracey Hotchkins
10.2019 - 01.2020
  • Placing orders from suppliers.
  • Creating a weekly menu.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.

Chef De Partie

Osteria Lucio
06.2015 - 03.2019
  • Worked my way up from a commis chef to a chef de partie. I started working on the starters and desserts section then worked my way up to the grill and pasta section gaining knowledge in all areas of the kitchen.
  • Maintained a great knowledge of HACCP.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products for optimal menu offerings.
  • Complied with portion and serving sizes as per restaurant standards.
  • Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.

Education

Special Needs Assistant

Progressive College
Dublin
05-2025

Higher Certificate - Culinary Arts

Dublin Institute of Technology
Dublin
08-2017

High School Diploma -

Holy Faith Clontarf
Dublin
06-2013

Skills

  • Patience and empathy
  • Hygiene and cleanliness
  • Activity planning
  • Child supervision
  • Meal preparation
  • Emotional development
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Age-appropriate activities

Timeline

Special Needs Assistant, Substitute

St Brigid's GNS Killester
10.2024 - 07.2025

Child Minder

Joanne Barry, Connor Barry
04.2020 - 08.2025

Chef De Partie

Tracey Hotchkins
10.2019 - 01.2020

Chef De Partie

Gilhooley's Irish Pub
07.2019 - 09.2020

Chef De Partie

Osteria Lucio
06.2015 - 03.2019

Special Needs Assistant

Progressive College

Higher Certificate - Culinary Arts

Dublin Institute of Technology

High School Diploma -

Holy Faith Clontarf

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