Alejandro Williams
Fayetteville,NC
Summary
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change. Experienced professional with several years in criminal justice and law enforcement. Safety-oriented, fair and professional when dealing with unruly offenders and problem situations. Well-versed in criminal law and criminology. Vast background in court testimony, field supervision and statistical analysis.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Culinary Manager
United States Army
Fort Knox, KY
12.2017 - 12.2019
- Maintained kitchen hardware and repaired tools or ordered equipment
- Scheduled kitchen staff of 30 people
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards
- Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers
- Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines
- Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods
- Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions
- Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols
- Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks
Equal Opportunity Advisor
United States Army
Fort Knox, KY
12.2017 - 04.2019
- Develop and organize training manuals, multimedia visual aids, and other educational materials
- Conduct or arrange for ongoing technical training and personal development classes for staff members
- Confer with management and conduct surveys to identify training needs based on projected production processes, changes, and other factors
- Evaluate instructor performance and effectiveness of training programs, providing recommendations for improvement
- Develop testing and evaluation procedures
- Train instructors and supervisors in techniques and skills for training and dealing with employees
- Analyze training needs to develop new training programs or modify and improve existing programs
- Plan, develop, and provide training and staff development programs, using knowledge of effectiveness of methods such as classroom training, demonstrations, on job training, meetings, conferences, and workshops
Food Service Manager
United States Army
Okinawa
12.2013 - 08.2017
- Record the number, type, and cost of items sold to determine which items may be unpopular or less profitable
- Monitor budgets and payroll records and review financial transactions to ensure that expenditures are authorized and budgeted
- Coordinate assignments of cooking personnel to ensure economical use of food and timely preparation
- Estimate food, liquor, wine, and other beverage consumption to anticipate purchase or requisition amounts
- Keep records required by government agencies regarding sanitation, and food subsidies when appropriate
- Establish and enforce nutritional standards for dining establishments based on accepted industry standards
- Monitor food preparation methods, portion sizes, and garnishing and presentation of food to ensure that food is prepared and presented in an acceptable manner
- Plan menus and food utilization based on the anticipated number of guests, nutritional value, palatability, popularity, and costs
- Review work procedures and operational problems to determine ways to improve service, performance, or safety
- Establish standards for personnel performance and customer service
- Schedule staff hours and assign duties
- Review menus, analyze recipes to determine labor and overhead costs, and assign prices to menu items
- Arrange for equipment maintenance and repairs and coordinate a variety of services such as waste removal and pest control
- Schedule and receive food and beverage deliveries, checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity
- Maintain food and equipment inventories and keep inventory records
- Organize and direct worker training programs, resolve personnel problems, hire new staff, and evaluate employee performance in dining and lodging facilities
- Count money and make bank deposits
- Order and purchase equipment and supplies
- Create specialty dishes and develop recipes to be used in dining facilities
Human Resources Specialist
United States Army
Fort Gordon, GA
09.2009 - 09.2010
- Maintain current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action guidelines and laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
- Advise management on organizing, preparing, or implementing recruiting or retention programs
- Perform searches for qualified job candidates, using sources such as computer databases, networking, Internet recruiting resources, media advertisements, job fairs, recruiting firms, or employee referrals
- Maintain and update human resources documents, such as organizational charts, employee handbooks or directories, or performance evaluation forms
- Confer with management to develop or implement personnel policies or procedures
- Prepare or maintain employment records related to events such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, or promotions, using human resources management system software
- Schedule or conduct new employee orientations
- Analyze employment-related data and prepare required reports
- Address employee relations issues, such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other employee concerns
- Provide management with information or training related to interviewing, performance appraisals, counseling techniques, or documentation of performance issues
- Inform job applicants of details such as duties and responsibilities, compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, or promotion opportunities
- Interpret and explain human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, or regulations
Correction Officer
United States Army
Fort Leavenworth, KS
05.1993 - 11.2001
- Oversee inmates during meals, visits, recreation, telephone calls, and shower time
- Write daily reports to help further treatment strategies and diagnostic efforts
- Apprehend escapees safely while following proper techniques
- Sign in all visitors and complete appropriate visitation log forms
- Receive property from incoming inmates, provide receipts, and inspect for contraband
- Assisted in restraining violent and unruly inmates
- Monitored inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts, and other dangerous activities
- Safely transported inmates to and from work sites
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of personnel and general public
- Maintained records and logs of man-hours, materials, and equipment used
- Supervised meal distribution and observed inmates during meals
- Continually monitored dormitories for inappropriate activity
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections of transport vehicles and equipment
- Patrolled 5000 square foot facility and work area to complete headcounts of inmates
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
South University-Columbia
Columbia, SC01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
South University
Columbia, SC10.2022
Skills
- Performance Assessment
- Employee Relations
- Workforce Management Expertise
- Dining Service Coordination
- Employee Recruitment
- Minimizing food waste
- Kitchen operations
- Food storage
- Sanitation expertise
- Budgeting master
- Allergen awareness
- Nutrition expert
- Menu development
- Culinary techniques
- ServSafe manager
- Sanitation standards
- Chef training
Certification
- Food Handler Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Culinary Manager
United States Army
12.2017 - 12.2019
Equal Opportunity Advisor
United States Army
12.2017 - 04.2019
Food Service Manager
United States Army
12.2013 - 08.2017
Human Resources Specialist
United States Army
09.2009 - 09.2010
Correction Officer
United States Army
05.1993 - 11.2001
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
South University-Columbia
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
South University