Andrew Ibeawuchi
Dallas
Summary
Dedicated and security-focused Correctional Officer with over [Number] years of experience specializing in institutional food service operations. Proven expertise in maintaining strict safety and sanitation protocols, securely supervising inmate work crews, and ensuring the efficient and secure distribution of meals. A vigilant professional skilled in de-escalation, contraband prevention, and meticulous log-keeping within a high-security environment. Seeking to leverage my expertise to ensure the safe and orderly operation of the food service unit.
Developed exceptional crisis management and conflict resolution skills in high-security environment. Proficient in maintaining order and ensuring safety through effective communication and attention to detail. Seeking to transition into new field leveraging these transferable skills to contribute to dynamic team.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer IV - Food Service Unit
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
03.2023 - Current
- Supervised a crew of 15+ inmate kitchen workers daily, ensuring a secure, disciplined, and productive work environment with zero security breaches.
- Enforced strict compliance with all HACCP and DOC sanitation regulations, conducting thorough inspections of food prep areas, storage facilities, and equipment, leading to a 100% pass rate on annual health and safety audits.
- Securely managed the distribution of over 2500 meals per day to various housing units, meticulously verifying inmate counts and dietary restrictions to prevent errors and potential conflicts.
- Prevented the introduction of contraband by conducting systematic pat-down and metal detector searches of all inmates and staff entering and exiting the kitchen area.
- Documented all daily activities, inmate behavior, and minor infractions in detailed logs and formal reports, providing critical information for administrative review.
- Effectively utilized verbal judo and de-escalation techniques to manage inmate behavior and resolve disputes, maintaining order and safety in a high-tension environment.
- Monitored inmate behavior to ensure compliance with facility rules and regulations.
- Conducted regular security checks to identify potential safety hazards and prevent incidents.
- Documented daily activities and incidents accurately in reports for record-keeping purposes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Government And Public Administration
Abia State University
Uturu07-1997
Skills
- Security & Safety: Inmate Supervision & Escort, Head Counts, Contraband Prevention, Pat & Strip Searches, Emergency Response, Key Control, Crisis Intervention
- Food Service Operations: Meal Tray Assembly & Distribution, Portion Control, Dietary Compliance (Medical, Religious), Sanitation & Hygiene (HACCP), Inventory Management, Equipment Inspection
- Interpersonal Skills: Verbal De-escalation, Clear Communication, Inmate Relations, Team Collaboration, Report Writing, Conflict Resolution
- Administrative: Daily Activity Logs, Incident Reporting, Tool & Utensil Accountability, Policy Adherence, Detail-Oriented Observation
- Conflict resolution skills
Additional Information
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Correctional Officer IV - Food Service Unit
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
03.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Government And Public Administration
Abia State University
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