Celasia Stewart
Augusta,GA
Summary
Result-driven and detailed oriented professional with strong communication and collaboration skills. Experienced in mentoring team members and improving processes, as well as customer service and youth focused teaching, delivering impactful outcomes in both military and civilian settings, while being both reliable and adaptable in differing work settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Transmissions Systems Operator - USMC
Department of Defense
08.2022 - Current
- Operated and monitored advanced defense systems ensuring optimal functionality and communication effectiveness in multiple work areas to include; in garrison, in the field outdoors, or on deployment.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on radio equipment to uphold operational readiness and reliability.
- Mentored junior enlisted marines in their professional and personal lives, strengthening small team and unit cohesion.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot system issues, enhancing response time and effectiveness.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined operations, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
- Trained and advised junior and senior, enlisted and commissioned marines on system functionalities and effectiveness, fostering knowledge-sharing and skill development within the team and ensuring mission readiness.
- Employed knowledge and practical experience to operate and maintain single channel and line-of-sight multichannel radio equipment.
- Provided user support, addressing technical concerns quickly and effectively to minimize disruptions.
- Documented processes and procedures for knowledge sharing among team members for future reference.
- Billeted as Motor Transport Non-Commissioned Officer to perform preventative maintenance and checks on military vehicles.
Barista
Starbucks, Kroger
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring timely restocking of supplies to meet customer demand.
- Trained new team members on operations, customer service techniques, and product knowledge.
- Prepared high-quality beverages and food items following standardized recipes and procedures.
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring satisfaction through effective communication and problem-solving and creating a welcoming atmosphere through positive greeting and interactions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations, adhering to health and safety regulations and promoting optimal productivity and safety.
- Operated espresso machines and other equipment proficiently to produce consistent beverage quality.
Cashier
Burger King
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Collaborated with team members to optimize service speed during peak hours.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization in work area.
- Handled cash management tasks, ensuring accuracy during shifts.
Cashier
Popeyes® Louisana Kitchen
05.2019 - 09.2021
- Collaborated with team members to optimize service speed during peak hours.
- Monitored inventory levels and communicated needs to management effectively.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
- Adapted quickly to new technologies implemented at POS systems, ensuring seamless transition periods for both staff and customers.
Junior Staff Member
Boys and Girls Club
06.2019 - 07.2019
- Facilitated youth engagement in recreational activities and organized events to promote teamwork and social skills.
- Assisted in planning and executing educational programs, enhancing learning opportunities for members.
- Supported staff in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment through effective communication with participants and parents.
- Coordinated volunteer schedules, ensuring adequate support for club operations and activities.
- Led initiatives to increase participation in programs, fostering a sense of community among members and families.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing a variety of teaching methods and strategies tailored to individual learning styles.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in improved teaching techniques and strategies across the facility.
Education
High School Diploma -
Westside High School
Augusta, GASkills
- Multitasking and organization
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Leadership
- Excellent communication
- Land Navigation
- Task prioritization
- Risk assessment
- Documentation and reporting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Adaptability
Accomplishments
- Received a Navy and Marine Corps Accommodation medal.
- Graduated in the top 10% of their high school class.
Timeline
Transmissions Systems Operator - USMC
Department of Defense
08.2022 - Current
Barista
Starbucks, Kroger
02.2022 - 08.2022
Cashier
Burger King
12.2021 - 02.2022
Junior Staff Member
Boys and Girls Club
06.2019 - 07.2019
Cashier
Popeyes® Louisana Kitchen
05.2019 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
Westside High School
Awards
- Demonstrated exceptional leadership, dedication, and attention to detail by correcting and maintaining records accumulating to over 1.5 million dollars in military assets, equipment, and vehicles, as well and mentoring and training peer and junior enlisted marines in how to properly do the same. Also employed excellent communication, team interoperability, and adaptability skills during an exercise to ensure communications with foreign allies that had previously never been done before in their unit under an extremely tight and unexpected deadline to guarantee mission success.
- Achieved a grade point average of 3.7 through dedication to education and career goals, fostering a more productive and focused mindset moving beyond secondary education into the military.