DEHENDRICK SHELTON BAXTER
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Logistics and Warehouse Professional leveraging over 9 years of proven customer service experience in the US Navy. Adept at leading diverse teams in a dynamic, fast - paced environment. Possess a comprehensive background in culinary and logistics operations, processes, procedures, and management; personnel evaluation, training, development, and management; and complex problem solving. Oversaw equipment, assets, and programs while managing risk, safety, and quality assurance. Career supported by the active pursuit of an associate’s degree, CFPM and CFH certifications, and professional leadership and technical training.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dining Services Manager
TLC Care Center
Henderson, NV
01.2025 - Current
- Reviewing meal plans and ensuring dietary compliance.
- Supervising meal preparation and service in the kitchen and dining areas.
- Monitoring cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen.
- Responding to resident or family feedback about meals.
- Managing inventory, placing food orders, and controlling costs.
- Attending meetings with other department heads, or administrators.
- Training staff on policies, procedures, and food safety practices.
Culinary Supply Operations Technician
United States Navy
01.2019 - 03.2022
- Troubleshot, diagnosed, and corrected product issues, product receipts, and transfer posts
- Managed 5 supply storerooms valued at about $300,000 each; ensured 100% accountability of all assets
- Planned and distributed daily tasks to all supply technicians and ensured productivity goals were met
- Researched and analyzed data to identify areas of opportunity within the supply chain to improve efficiency
- Oversaw all food product and ingredient ordering, packaging processes, and stock level monitoring
Repair Parts Manager
United States Navy
06.2016 - 12.2018
- Orchestrated deployment load-out for consumables / supplies worth $30K+; ensured complete accountability
- Periodically evaluated restaurant equipment for repairs, maintenance, and schedules for service
- Identified and resolved problems concerning transportation, logistics systems, imports, and/or exports
- Collaborated with other departments to integrate logistics for order management, shipping, and outbound logistics operations
- Liaised between peers, leadership, and other personnel to communication important aspects of the daily operations within the galley
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Process Improvement
- Conflict Resolution
- Data Research
- Data Analysis
- Critical Thinking
- Planning
- Coordination
- Collaboration
- Policy Implementation
- Leadership
- Team Building
- Oral Communication
- Written Communication
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft 365
Certification
- Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM), ANSI National Accreditation Board, 08/2024
- Certified Food Handler (CFH), ANSI National Accreditation Board, 08/2024
Training
- General Mess Operations and Advanced Food Preparation Course, 5 Weeks, US Navy, 01/2017
- Galley Watch Captain Course, 160 Hours, US Navy, 01/2017
- Culinary Specialist Class A Course, 7 Weeks, US Navy, 01/2014
Technical Competencies
Microsoft Office Suite 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook), Mac, Microsoft Windows
Timeline
Dining Services Manager
TLC Care Center
01.2025 - Current
Culinary Supply Operations Technician
United States Navy
01.2019 - 03.2022
Repair Parts Manager
United States Navy
06.2016 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Western Governors University