To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Professional Baker
Chickasaw Nation
Ada, OK
10.2022 - Current
Packaged and labeled baked goods with accurate descriptions and ingredients.
Established merchandising, sales and profit objectives to drive business success.
Baked gluten-free, vegan and alternative diet treats based on customers' needs.
Established specialty menu of vegan-friendly, whole grain pastry items.
Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping and proofing.
Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste and presentation.
Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
Tribal Peacemaker
Choctaw Nation Justice Department
Durant, OK
05.2017 - Current
Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of resolution for tribal members.
Talked regularly with tribal people to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
Processed, verified and utilized tribal documents to initiate speedy resolutions for tribal members and tribal court.
Checked accuracy and integrity of collected information to identify optimal course of traditional problem resolution.
Answered emergency calls for help from tribal members who needed to seek counsel with a peacemaker.
Heal damaged relationships and restore harmony to the community.
Elder Nutrition Floating Cook
Choctaw Nation Of Oklahoma
Durant, OK
05.2022 - 09.2022
Planned weekly nutritionally balanced menus to reflect current dining trends.
Inventoried condiments, food and cooking supplies to verify availability of items required for meeting projected menu requirements.
Prepared beverage and food items to meet mandated nutritional and project meal requirements.
Planned nutritious meal options for individuals with various health needs for diabetic friendly options.
Developed nutrient-dense recipes and flexible meal templates to meet nutritional objectives.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts. As well as community events, tribal affairs and whenever needed.
Front of House Manager-Cultural Center
Choctaw Nation Of Oklahoma
Durant, OK
09.2021 - 04.2022
Supervised dining table set-up to prepare for diversity of event types, following strict service standards.
Drove excellent customer service through coaching, role modeling and incorporating customer feedback to reinforce and improve quality of service.
Helped cashiers and baristas execute timely and efficient processes to drive first class guest service.
Reorganized coffee bar and dining area, increasing efficiency 25%.
Adhered to safe work practices, food safety regulations and corporate guidelines.
Initiated server side-work chart rotation to promote solidarity and standard of cleanliness.
Managed day-to-day FOH operations to drive quality, standards and meet customer expectations.
Planned events from concept to completion by responding to event inquiries, establishing budgets and designing customized menus.
Demonstrated leadership by keeping up with cleanliness and organization and delegating roles to employees.
Performed cash handling activities and secured nightly bank deposits.
Controlled cash and credit receipts by adhering to cash handling and reconciliation procedures to comply with company policies and procedures.
Resolved guests complaints while maintaining positive customer environment.
Supervised staff of 15 through motivational coaching and effective training programs for service and sales techniques.
Maintained positive team environment by encouraging teamwork and respect in accordance with company mission.
Optician
Stanton Optical
Slidell, LA
05.2021 - 09.2021
Set up attractive displays, shared current promotions and offered excellent customer service to increase satisfaction.
Filed claims with vision and medical insurance companies to garner payment for optical services.
Measured patients' faces for bridge, eye size and temple length to select comfortable frames.
Educated patients aged 3 to 80 on proper care and transportation of spectacles.
Calibrated seg heights, vertex and pupillary distance and pantoscopic tilt to customize eyeglass orders and create perfect fit.
Instructed patients on proper insertion, removal and cleaning techniques for contact lenses.
Operated lensometers to orient and mark uncut lenses for eyeglasses.
Aided patients in selection of flattering eyeglass frames appropriate for prescription and style preferences.
Suggested optional items such as lens coatings and lightweight lenses to improve patient experience with eyeglasses.
Contacted patients when eyeglasses or contact lenses arrived in store and assisted with final fitting.
Adjusted frames to fit patient faces by bending and shaping with hands, tools and heat.
Managed check-in and check-out procedures, verified patient information and submitted lens orders.
Discussed optimal lens, coating and frame recommendations with customers to meet individual needs.
Completed field of vision, OCTs and pachymetry evaluations.
Conducted initial patient tests such as pressure evaluations, acuity assessments and autorefraction evaluations.
Adjusted and repaired new and previously purchased frames to satisfy customer demands.
Educated clients about how to adapt to, wear and care for eyeglasses.
Maintained thorough records of customer information, prepared detailed work payments, processed insurance claims and collected balances from customers.
Evaluated completed lenses to check compliance with customer specifications and accuracy against orders.
Applied sales and service expertise to promote contacts, glasses, sunglasses and accessories to office customers.
Prepared work orders outlining all specifications for new lenses and frames.
Completed facial measurements such as temple length, bridge size and vertex distance.
Office Manager
Aspen Dental
New Orleans, LA
05.2019 - 04.2021
Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
Developed standard operating procedures for all administrative employees.
Reviewed client and staff feedback and made appropriate business adjustments to meet needs and address concerns.
Managed office operations while scheduling appointments for department managers.
Delivered performance reviews, recommending additional training or advancements.
Coordinated special projects and managed schedules.
Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits and recordkeeping.
Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
Coached new hires on company processes while managing employees to achieve maximum production.
Prepared meeting rooms and materials and recorded important information.
Communicated corporate objectives to various divisions to meet deadlines and adhere to company budgets.
Updated reports, managed accounts and generated reports for company database.
Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
Special Projects Manager-Chickasaw Press
Chickasaw Nation
Ada, OK
05.2018 - 08.2019
Prepared and presented multiple written reports and PowerPoint presentations for meetings with various departments.
Researched and analyzed various statistical and financial analysis techniques.
Reviewed grant literature from various levels to determine availability of resources.
Implemented multiple business practices with complex principles and economic development practices.
Organized and prepared community meetings while building positive working relationships with various citizens, staff and community organizations.
Maintained knowledge about current issues relating to economic development services and online buying options.
Addressed complaints and inquiries from tribal citizens.
Merchandising Supervisor
Chickasaw Nation Winstar World Casino
Thackerville, OK
01.2018 - 05.2018
Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
Prepared interesting and innovative visual displays to grab customer interest and promote sales.
Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
Planned and coordinated product availability for advertising and promotion purposes.
Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
Established strong vendor relationships to maintain and support business.
Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information and pricing.
Advanced sales cycle plans by maximizing placement of promotions, point of sale materials and product visibility.
Assessed areas of service concern and developed improvement plans.
Corporate Trainer
Choctaw Nation Of Oklahoma
Durant, OK
09.2015 - 12.2017
Collected information about company objectives and employee deficiencies in order to assess training needs.
Coordinated with engineers and corporate leadership to identify training and development opportunities to improve safety and optimize performance.
Developed engaging and entertaining presentations to maintain employee attention and improve impact of training.
Coached new managers on store procedures, policies and customer service, bolstering customer retention by 57%.
Authored, updated and implemented training procedures.
Prepared educational materials such as module summaries, videos and informational packets.
Created monitoring strategies to verify implementation of practices introduced in training.
Held demonstrations and one-on-one coaching sessions on guest services, pos systems, alcohol training etc.
Collaborated with management to identify company training needs and scheduling.
Conducted evaluations and observed employee performance to identify areas of needed improvement.
Reviewed effectiveness of programs and proposed updates to maximize success.
Led cross-functional training for external and internal clients and created all training materials and exams.
Monitored employee progress and gave feedback to management and additional training requirements.
Marketing Manager
Intertribal Software Consultants
Durant, OK
08.2011 - 09.2015
Assessed marketing copy, art comps and final designs and compared with established specifications.
Researched industry and marketplace trends to develop marketing solutions and enhance business operations.
Boosted brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.
Utilized market trends and target audience statistics to effectively and appropriately market products.
Managed marketing budget and associated P&L to develop and execute marketing strategies, budgets and sales plans for business segments.
Executed search engine marketing, advertising and public relations campaigns to generate demand and sales leads.
Organized contacts and orchestrated innovative marketing campaigns to boost awareness, engagement and sales.
Executed optimal sales strategies to achieve commercial goals for target market.
Participated in promotional activities and trade shows, working with advertisers and production managers, to market products and services.
Performed market segmentations, targeting and positioning for each software production line.
Generated reports detailing campaign performance, customer engagement and engagement trends.
Coordinated meetings between project members and clients to develop ideas, discuss progress and set goals.
Created company brand messaging, collateral materials, customer events, promotional strategies and product commercialization.
Transformed corporate website and social media platforms to better engage customers and promote sales.
Set up, completed and tracked customer surveys for local, regional and national campaigns.
Developed network of related professionals to open up business opportunities.
Maintained complete database of files, contacts and project materials.
Maintained documentation, detailing assignments, in-progress work and completed project milestones.
Director's Assistant
School Of Choctaw Language
Durant, OK
07.2008 - 08.2011
Assisted with operations and administrative tasks to support exceptional customer service and sales experiences.
Managed calendar and travel logistics, prioritized inquiries and requests and made recommendations to support smooth day-to-day director engagements.
Prepared and edited correspondence, presentations, reports and memos to foster outstanding communication and responsiveness.
Conducted research and analysis on issues of interest to director and supported and managed high-volume requests and projects to meet objectives.
Scheduled, coordinated and organized meetings and events to promote productive conventions, retreats and other logistics.
Submitted expense reports and managed vendor correspondence to foster accurate and timely accounting procedures and vendor services.
Screened calls and emails and responded accordingly to support executive correspondence.
Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports and presentations.
Updated spreadsheets and created presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
Organized envelopes, postage and mail correspondence for staff and leadership.
Developed and maintained automated alert systems for important deadlines.
Facilitated training and onboarding for incoming office staff.
Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
Created expense reports, budgets and filing systems for management team.
Supported business and hospitality needs of corporate partners and staff during meetings and company events.
Managed and reviewed filing and office systems.
Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
Promoted team productivity by keeping supplies organized and well-stocked.
Filed paperwork and organized computer-based information.
Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
Greeted arriving visitors, determined nature and purpose of visit and directed individuals to appropriate destinations.
Managed mail and both incoming and outgoing correspondence, mail, email and faxes.
Executed basic banking and bookkeeping tasks.
Wrote reports, executive summaries and newsletters.
Streamlined operations and prioritized tasks, allowing senior staff to increase productivity.
Created and managed office systems to efficiently deal with documentation.
Group Sales Manager
Choctaw Casino & Resort - Durant
Durant, OK
02.2006 - 08.2008
Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
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