Christine Heather Barker

Energetic and dependable professional with a unique blend of world-class guest service training from The Walt Disney Company and formal education in childcare. Extensive experience providing high-quality learning and play experiences for children ages 0-7. Expert in engaging diverse audiences through storytelling and interactive play to create safe, welcoming, and educational environments.

Pretzel Associate - Wetzel's Pretzels @ Disney Springs - Orlando, FL

(2023-10)

• Daily Operations: Execute opening procedures including food preparation and baking to ensure location readiness.
• Guest Engagement: Deliver a welcoming and positive experience for families in a high-traffic, fast-paced environment.
• Efficiency Process: Process customer transactions accurately using POS systems while multitasking to meet service demands.

Associate - Chip 'n' Dale's Deli (WDW Golf Courses) - Orlando, FL

(2022-05 - 2023-10)

• Financial Responsibility: Performed closing duties including the secure cash out and reconciliation of funds.
• High-Volume Service: Managed large-scale service and orders for occasional golf tournaments under pressure.
• Operational Reliability: Trusted with daily opening/closing duties, ensuring facility safety and cleanliness.

Nursery Practitioner - Gaudet Luce Golf & Leisure Complex - Hadzor, UK

(2016-12 - 2020-05)

• Early Childhood Care: Supervised children aged up to eight hours per day, ensuring a safe and fun environment.
• Interactive Play: Engaged children in active and mentally stimulating play sessions tailored to developmental needs.

Character Attendant - Walt Disney World - Orlando, FL

(2006-05 - 2012-02)

• Audience Engagement: Facilitated Guest interactions and managed large crowds using creative storytelling and improvisation.
• Information Ambassador: Acted as a primary resource for Guests, answering building-wide questions accurately.

Bakery Staff - Marks & Spencer - Redditch, UK

(2012-04 - 2016-12)

• Standards Management: Took sole responsibility for the bakery to maintain the highest food hygiene and safety standards.

Bolton Technical College

O'Levels Completion - St. James High School