Cherokee Watkins
Newbury Park,CA
Summary
Versatile Operations Supervisor successful at taking on routine and complex business challenges with resourceful and creative approach. Recognized as driven, dedicated and hardworking leader with history of streamlining operations and increasing results.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Supervisor
Elevation Behavioral Health
12.2021 - Current
- Improve operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Manage daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring smooth workflows and timely completion of tasks.
- Optimize resource allocation through careful planning and monitoring of inventory levels, staffing needs, and equipment maintenance schedules.
- Enhance team productivity by providing ongoing training, coaching, and mentoring to staff members.
- Achieve cost savings through diligent budget management and negotiation with vendors on pricing and contracts.
- Reduce employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and addressing employee concerns promptly.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for improving overall business performance.
- Conducte regular performance evaluations for direct reports, identifying areas for improvement and setting development goals accordingly.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, safety standards, and local laws during daily operations.
- Maintaine open lines of communication with upper management to provide regular updates on operational progress and challenges faced by the team.
Groom
Cal Poly Pomona Arabian Horse Center
04.2019 - 02.2020
- Mucked out stables, swept yard and stacked feed and bedding to foster clean and comfortable environment for animals.
- Managed inventory of grooming supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels and timely replenishment when necessary.
- Developed rapport with horses, using gentle handling techniques to create a trusting bond while working around them daily.
- Upheld high standards of hygiene within stables, effectively reducing the spread of disease among the equine population.
- Improved horse health by implementing proper grooming techniques and daily care routines.
Front Desk Attendant
Gold’s Gym
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, contributing to the overall professionalism of the front desk area.
- Sales and member account duties included: renewing memberships, updating member information, making calls to recruit new members, and other means of increasing membership.
- Organized and maintained thorough record-keeping systems for guest information and billing details to ensure accurate documentation.
Education
Bachelors of Arts in Psychology -
California Polytechnic State University Pomona
Pomona, CA01.2021
High School Diploma -
Oaks Christian High School
Westlake Village, CA01.2015
Skills
- Leadership & Teamwork Skills
- Tech Savvy
- Highly Motivated
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Empathetic & Compassionate
- Organization & Time Management Skills
- Operations Management
- Staff Supervision
- Task Delegation
- Performance monitoring
Collegiate Honors
- President's List: 06/06/2019
- Dean’s List: 05/17/2019
- 12/16/2018
- 12/09/2016
Volunteer Experience
- Ride On Therapeutic Horse Center, Newbury Park, CA, 10/2013-08/2014
- Erasmus Volunteer Program, Craiova, Romania, 09/2014-05/2015
Timeline
Operations Supervisor
Elevation Behavioral Health
12.2021 - Current
Groom
Cal Poly Pomona Arabian Horse Center
04.2019 - 02.2020
Front Desk Attendant
Gold’s Gym
01.2018 - 05.2018
Bachelors of Arts in Psychology -
California Polytechnic State University Pomona
High School Diploma -
Oaks Christian High School
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