Qiqa Maqubela
Mallow,Cork
Summary
My name is Qiqa Maqubela and I am currently a Multi task attendant, part of a multidisciplinary team to assist in the provision of health and social care for clients. I support and assist clients in all activities of daily living, in line with the needs and wishes of the individual and as outlined in an agreed care plan.
I am a Resourceful employee with outstanding knowledge to develop and maintain healthy customer pipeline. Consistently works to attract new ideas and opportunities. Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion. Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects.
I would greatly appreciate the opportunity, to work in your company. I can greatly assure you that I would use the opportunity to contribute positively to your organisation and to learn from you and your staff.
Giving me this opportunity means that I can contribute more in the community in any way that I can and gaining more experience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Multi Task Attendant
Cork Simon
Community
05.2022 - Current
- I support and assist clients in all activities of daily living, in line with the needs and wishes of the individual and as outlined in an agreed care plan
- As directed, I support the provision of a high quality, clean and customer focused service including attending to housekeeping, catering, laundry, portering or general duties as assigned
- The operating Model for Gabriel LodgeAhiohill, West Cork is similar to the service operated in Gabriel House Summerhill North Cork City through the pandemic.
- The length of stay is two weeks and an active Case Management system supports the people who are referred to the project into a stepped care plan with the involvement of the service user themselves.
- Has an admissions / discharge group that consists of representatives from the Acute Hospital, Social Inclusion C)CH and the City/County Council.
Kitchen porter
Greenes, Restaurant Cork/ Isaacs Hotel
Cork, County Cork
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Kitchen Porter
- During my time as a Kitchen Porter I learned the importance of running a kitchen and how as a team, the kitchen runs even better
- As a kitchen porter, If working late I would be the last to leave so as to clean the kitchen and prepare it for the next working day
- Worked well in busy kitchen settings, coordinating and partnering with other staff to complete tasks efficiently.
- Provided flexible working hours to meet demands of peak restaurant hours, maintaining excellent food service provisions.
- Received and unloaded new inventory for storage in stores.
- Trained junior staff on kitchen processes to meet food preparation standards.
- Thoroughly cleaned kitchen utensils, cookware, glassware and serving dishes, maintaining faultless hygiene and presentation standards.
- Kept health and hygiene standards high, ensuring washed pots and cutlery were impeccably clean for service.
Assistant social worker
Nasc
Cork, County Cork
- As a former Asylum Seeker, I wanted to assist in helping those who were still in the system.
- Worked with community organizations to create access to resources and assistance to meet client varying needs.
- Facilitated Seminars to help raise awareness about Asylum seekers and the struggles they face and also applied my own experiences. Also Connected with qualified Teachers.
- Advocated on behalf of service users to protect their best interests.
- Adhered to safeguarding principles to protect service users from risk.
- Collaborated with other professionals in social care to coordinate support for migrants.
Housekeeper
Isaacs Hotel/ Greenes
Cork, Cork
01.2020 - 01.2021
- I was also promoted to work with the nearby hotel as the restaurant is also a part of the hotel
- Interacted positively and professionally with residents, maintaining excellent service standards.
- Kept housekeeping trolleys well-stocked, reporting low supplies to management for prompt reordering.
- Instructed and supervised new housekeeping staff to carry out daily tasks.
- Maintained well-stocked trolleys with complete cleaning, linen and comfort supplies, enabling efficient room turnarounds between guests.
- Maintained clean, safe environments for guests and staff, strictly following infection control policies.
Charity shop volunteer
The Greater Chernobyl Cause
Cork city, Cork
01.2019 - 01.2019
- I had the great opportunity to work for a charity organisation lead by Fiona Corcoran, who was deeply moved when the worlds worst nuclear disaster occurred at Chernobyl Ukraine in 1986.
- An enthusiastic follower of the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament, she was shocked and horrifed by the consequences of the explosion so much so, that she eventually gave up her job to work fulltime with the victims of the poisonous radioactive fallout.
- During my time with her I helped out in organising clothes, books, toys and shoes that would be displayed at the charity shop in the city.
- To promote awareness I would also help in promoting the items on the Facebook page, taking pictures and uploading them on the Facebook this contributed to social media campaigns, promoting community initiatives and events.
- Helped customers to locate specific products by conducting thorough stockroom checks, delivering exceptional service.
- Regularly cleaned and straightened work areas, ensuring stores stayed tidy in line with company standards.
- Facilitated communication between volunteer staff to carry out tasks.
- Received and safely stored donations in appropriate locations.
Supermarket shelf stacker
Supervalu Millstreet
Millstreet, County Cork
01.2016 - 01.2016
- As part of my work experience in secondary school, I worked as a shelf stocker in Supervalu
- Rotated stock and checked sell by dates to minimise wastage.
- Kept store tidy to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
- Located and retrieved requested products on shop floor and in storage areas.
- Minimised waste through effective stock rotation, organising goods according to expiry date.
- Stocked and faced-up shelves to create eye-catching displays and present merchandise effectively.
Cleaner/Shelf
Centra Millstreet, Cork
Millstreet, County Cork
01.2016 - 01.2016
- Working in Centra was also another part of my Work experience in secondary school.
- Worked quickly to complete cleaning within allotted timeframes.
- Ensured proper, compliant handling of cleaning equipment, chemicals and materials, upholding excellent safety records.
- Emptied and cleaned trash cans following procedures.
- Scrubbed and sanitised toilets, sinks and kitchen fixtures for high quality finish.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to properly dispose of waste and toxic materials.
- Communicated well with team across multiple locations.
- Reported breakages to supervisor.
Education
Technological University
Cork, County Cork 09.2019 - 06.2022
Social Studies
Cork College of Commerce
Cork, County Cork2018
Junior Cert/ Leaving Cert , Millstreet -
Millstreet Community School
Cork, County Cork2014
Skills
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Communication Skills
- Leadership
- Communication
- Hard Working
- Highly Motivated
- Public speaking
- Activity leadership
Additional Information
- PROFILE
Languages
Xhosa
Fluent
English
Fluent
Timeline
Multi Task Attendant
Cork Simon
Community
05.2022 - Current
Kitchen porter
Greenes, Restaurant Cork/ Isaacs Hotel
01.2020 - 01.2021
Housekeeper
Isaacs Hotel/ Greenes
01.2020 - 01.2021
Technological University
09.2019 - 06.2022
Charity shop volunteer
The Greater Chernobyl Cause
01.2019 - 01.2019
Supermarket shelf stacker
Supervalu Millstreet
01.2016 - 01.2016
Cleaner/Shelf
Centra Millstreet, Cork
01.2016 - 01.2016
Assistant social worker
Nasc
Social Studies
Cork College of Commerce
Junior Cert/ Leaving Cert , Millstreet -
Millstreet Community School
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