DEIRDRE Y. YOUNG
Spring,TX
Summary
I am a very organized professional with a demonstrated history of accomplishment in delivering accurate, timely, and result-oriented duties in a rapidly changing environment. I strive to make others comfortable around me and enjoy working in a team-based organization. It is always my desire to contribute to the success of the company by maintaining a positive attitude that helps to resolve problems and keep my focus on being a productive member of the team.
Experienced with overseeing food service operations to maintain quality and efficiency. Utilizes team leadership and problem-solving skills to ensure smooth service. Track record of enhancing customer satisfaction through consistent service improvements.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Manager
Klein Independent School District
08.2018 - Current
- I am currently responsible for the supervision of an elementary school cafeteria while overseeing four tor more production assistants in the daily preparation of food for students.
- Responsible for overseeing daily food service operations while ensuring we are in compliance with HACCP health and safety regulations.
- I am responsible for managing inventory control processes to minimize waste and optimize resources.
- I am responsible for streamlining food preparation procedures for positive results in improving efficiency and consistency during serving times.
- I am responsible for training and supervising new staff for enhancement in customer service skills and in remaining in compliance with food safety standards.
- I am responsible for monitoring food production, meal counts, and making sure portions are being served according to menu recipes and what is required to meet meal reimbursement regulations. I am also responsible for verifying that all prepared foods meet standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- I am responsible for maintaining effective inventory supply levels by monitoring and implementing effective procedures for reordering food stock, preparation supplies, and dry goods, as needed..
- I strive to implement and promote a positive work environment by fostering open communication among team members and resolving conflicts effectively.
- I am responsible for upholding company policies consistently across all areas of operation while remaining flexible enough to address unique situations as they arise within the workplace setting.
- I stive to consistently enhance safety protocols for both employees and customers by adhering to strict food handling guidelines, ensuring proper storage of ingredients, and maintaining properly working equipment.
- I strive to cultivate an all inclusive atmosphere that fosters collaboration between diverse team members within the kitchen space, and motivates staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- I am responsible for training all staff to maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
Bookkeeper and Data Entry Clerk
AGM Services
01.2018 - 05.2021
- Responsible for data entry and upkeep of inventory records of company materials purchased. Responsible for QuickBooks entries for bookkeeping records of financials and making sure they are in order, and that company account records balance. Responsible for input of new employees hired and making sure files and payroll system has completed and up-to-date information. Responsible for making sure completed jobs are recorded and accurate for company records.
Preschool Teacher
Children's Lighthouse Learning Centers (CLLC)
06.2017 - 12.2017
- I held the position of lead teacher for children ages twelve to eighteen months. I was responsible for the preparation of classroom activities, lesson plans, assignments, special projects and events, and meeting the personal needs of each child. I assisted in the development of all students academically, spiritually, and physically; as well as in the preparation of them going to the next level. I Developed engaging lesson plans fostering creativity and critical thinking in preschoolers. I monitored children's progress and adjusted teaching methods to enhance understanding. I was responsible for collaborating parents to address behavioral concerns and promote child development. I was worked with staff in organizing interactive activities that encouraged social skills and teamwork among children. I was responsible for helping to develop strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
Assistant Teacher/Floater
Children's Learning Adventure Childcare Centers (CLA)
01.2016 - 01.2017
- I held the position of assistant teacher and floater. I was responsible for assisting all lead teachers in any capacity as needed. I assisted with the preparation of classroom activities, lesson plans, assignments, special projects and events, and potty-training. I filled in as a sub when lead teachers were out for any reason. I assisted in the development of all students academically, spiritually, and in their physical well-being, as well as in the preparation of them going to the next level.
Preschool Three-Year-Old Lead Teacher
Happy Kid's Preschool
01.2013 - 01.2016
- I held the position of Preschool three-year-old Lead Teacher. I was responsible for preparing my own lesson plans, and acquiring the necessary classroom work I needed on a weekly basis. I was responsible for all classroom activities, assignments, special projects, and events. I trained new hires to assist me in my class in all capacities as needed, so that class was conducted in the same manner in my absence. I helped in the development of my student's academic, spiritual, and physical well-being, as well as the preparation of them going to the next level.
Assistant Preschool Teacher / Floater
Champions Christian Academy (CCA)
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Held the position of assistant teacher and floater at CCA. Responsible for assisting all lead teachers in any capacity as needed. Assisted with the preparation of classroom activities, lesson plans, assignments, special projects and events, and potty-training. Filled in as the pre-k 2 lead teacher during a time of transition, when needed. Assisted all classrooms in the development of all student's academic, spiritual, and physical well-being, as well as the preparation of them going to the next level.
Receptionist and Assistant Preschool Teacher
Light Christian Academy (LCA)
01.2004 - 01.2010
- Began my job at LCA as a receptionist. Responsibilities included making sure all classrooms and staff had all the documents they needed for the entire day. Heavy phones, and direct contact with parents and other parties. Made posters, signs, and notices informing parents of various activities and events taking place during and after school hours. Responsible for making sure immunization forms are posted in a timely and noticeable manner. Responsible for typing memos, pamphlets, flyers, letters, and other various materials. Accepted and posted tuition payments, and various other activity payments. Balanced and kept accounts current. Assisted management staff with delinquent accounts when and as instructed, when necessary. Responsible for daily close-out of batch reports made by various payment methods. Distributed and maintained accurate reports for director and assistant director to review. Logged and kept current immunization records and files. Responsible for making sure annually, each student's file was complete with all necessary documents. Responsible for activating and deactivating students. Set up new enrollments. Assisted all staff with various duties and activities, as needed. Recorded and maintained daily classroom counts. Eventually, through a series of events, asked to temporarily assist in the infant room until a replacement was available. Eventually asked by Director to take a classroom position. Assisted lead teachers with caregiving and teaching of students from ages six weeks to eighteen months. Transitioned as an assistant to the pre-k 2 lead teacher. Headed special projects and participated in the preparation of other classroom activities and assignments. Assisted in potty-training. Assisted lead teachers in the areas of letters, numbers, alphabets, colors, shapes, and other various academics. Also transitioned as assistant to the pre-k 4 lead teacher. Interacted in various classroom activities and assignments, whereby was apportioned teaching time in the capacity of lead teacher in training. Assisted throughout my employment in the development of each student's academic, spiritual, and physical well-being, in order that they may be ready for the next level of growth.
Lease Records Clerk
Mitchell Energy Corporation
01.1992 - 01.2002
- Responsible for setting up and sending documents to be recorded at various county and state courthouses. As documents returned from recording, was responsible for entering information on the system. Checked changes of address for various lessors, and interest and royalty owners, that affected the Lease Records Section of our company. Heavy typing of letters, memos, and legal contracts for Rental Division Orders, Oil and Gas Division Orders, Transfer Orders, Releases (Oil and Gas Leases, Partial Releases, etc....) Sorted, stamped, and distributed all incoming mail. Obtained approval for and ordered office supplies. Responsible for setting up skeleton screen on system using lease acquisition reports (LARs), for use by lease analysts and accounting department. Responsible for logging LARs on registry, and keeping information updated for company use. Changed and added information to CICS system for accounting purposes on all leases affected by new information. Responsible for reimbursing and maintaining bank draft account, and making sure account balanced each month with Bank Reconciliation Report. Researched and submitted invoices for payments on rentals for various properties with various companies. Added and assigned block numbers to landsmen and set up on “Z” screen for screen “A” usage on incoming LARs. Manually input inactive status on expired leases from cancellation status reports. Checked “P” status of leases from pay status reports and noted reason for accounting to review and adjust its records. Typed and set up releases for various properties. Verified executed oil and gas division orders. Developed form letters, form memos, absentee employee charts, and various other documents, for efficient use within our department.
Real Estate Secretary
National Convenience Stores Incorporated
01.1988 - 01.1992
- Heavy typing, filing of letters, memos, purchase orders, fixture and equipment transfers, fixture and equipment requests, property damage reports (applied to insurance for reimbursements and company records), lease and sublease contracts, earnest money contracts, and various other real estate contracts. Contacted contractors for bid proposals for landscape work, roof work, store cleanups, building repair work, and various other jobs. Typed up and compared incoming bid proposals. My computer experience resided heavily in word processing reports, statistical typing, correspondence, and contracts. Prepared bills for payments and followed up to ensure payments were made through phone calls and letters, as needed. Obtained credit history reports on potential tenants and buyers. Trained new hires to obtain credit history reports. Monthly updates of listed available sale and/or lease properties. Heavy phones. Handled customer/tenant complaints and gave out property information. Developed flyers, forms, property information booklets, contracts (revised and updated as needed). Office reorganization that included filing system simplification. Assisted co-workers in reorganizing office areas for a more efficient work environment. Created secretarial manual for new hires which contained office management techniques, secretarial duties and responsibilities, and various other information. Responsible for handling property management issues, maintained properties, maintained tenant contact to ensure fulfillment of financial (rental payments) and insurance obligations. Prepared and filed collection agency reports on delinquent accounts with credit bureaus upon evaluation and request of in-office property representatives.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business, Management
Strayer University
Houston, Texas10-2021
No Degree - Tax Preparation
H&R Block Tax Preparation School
Conroe, Texas09-1995
Certificate - Word Processing/Office Administration & Procedures
Barclay Careers School
Houston, Texas12-1985
No Degree - General And Technical Drafting, Data Processing
Houston Community College
Houston, Texas12-1982
Skills
Typing 65 wpm MS Office: Word/PowerPoint/Excel/Publisher
- Lotus 1-2-3 50 Transcription
- Dictaphone ProCare 40
- Account Balancing Tax Preparation
- Credit History Checks Property Management
- MS Office Professional Plus QuickBooks Professional
- Inventory Records Primero Edge Program
- Google Drive Tax Act Professional Software
- Outlook Performance evaluations
- Production records Managing deliveries
- Supply ordering and management
Timeline
Food Service Manager
Klein Independent School District
08.2018 - Current
Bookkeeper and Data Entry Clerk
AGM Services
01.2018 - 05.2021
Preschool Teacher
Children's Lighthouse Learning Centers (CLLC)
06.2017 - 12.2017
Assistant Teacher/Floater
Children's Learning Adventure Childcare Centers (CLA)
01.2016 - 01.2017
Preschool Three-Year-Old Lead Teacher
Happy Kid's Preschool
01.2013 - 01.2016
Assistant Preschool Teacher / Floater
Champions Christian Academy (CCA)
01.2011 - 01.2012
Receptionist and Assistant Preschool Teacher
Light Christian Academy (LCA)
01.2004 - 01.2010
Lease Records Clerk
Mitchell Energy Corporation
01.1992 - 01.2002
Real Estate Secretary
National Convenience Stores Incorporated
01.1988 - 01.1992
Associate of Arts - Business, Management
Strayer University
No Degree - Tax Preparation
H&R Block Tax Preparation School
Certificate - Word Processing/Office Administration & Procedures
Barclay Careers School
No Degree - General And Technical Drafting, Data Processing
Houston Community College
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