Aja Parks
Peoria,IL
Summary
Motivated professional with extensive factory experience and a proven track record of achieving industry success. Demonstrated ability to balance team performance with customer service targets and business objectives. Strong leadership and organizational skills contribute to maximizing productivity and optimizing procedures. Committed to continuous learning and improvement in all aspects of work.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Hardees Resturamt
Peoria, Illinois
09.2013 - Current
- Oversaw financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and expense tracking.
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling and evaluation of employees.
- Trained and supervised staff to uphold company standards and enhance team performance.
- Supervised and trained staff in customer service, food handling, and safety protocols.
- Implemented inventory control measures to minimize waste and optimize supply usage.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations for a safe dining environment.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner to maintain positive relationships with guests.
Manager
Embassy Suites
Peoria, Illinois
11.2008 - Current
- Managed daily operations of restaurant, overseeing scheduling, budgeting, and inventory control.
- Managed daily restaurant operations, ensuring seamless service and high customer satisfaction.
- Trained and supervised staff, upholding company standards and enhancing service quality.
- Coordinated staff schedules to align with peak hours, optimizing service delivery.
- Implemented inventory control measures, reducing waste and optimizing supply usage.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations for a safe dining environment.
- Fostered positive relationships with vendors for quality supplies and timely deliveries.
Material Handler
Nichols Aluminum (now Aleris)
Davenport, Iowa
02.2004 - 06.2007
- Loaded and unloaded aluminum products from delivery trucks efficiently.
- Loaded completed orders on pallets according to delivery numbers.
- Inspected incoming materials for quality and compliance standards.
- Adhered to safety protocols while handling heavy equipment and materials.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations.
- Managed work area cleanliness by following company guidelines for organization.
- Implemented lean manufacturing principles such as 5S, Kaizen across the organization.
- Utilized computer software applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, Kronos Workforce Central. for data entry, tracking and generating reports.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Davenport, IA06-1999
Skills
- Training and development
- Team leadership
- Operational efficiency
- Warehouse operations
- Material handling
- Picking and packing
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
Timeline
Manager
Hardees Resturamt
09.2013 - Current
Manager
Embassy Suites
11.2008 - Current
Material Handler
Nichols Aluminum (now Aleris)
02.2004 - 06.2007
High School Diploma -
Central High School