Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
References
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Deonia Brooks

HORNLAKE,MS

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Truck Driver

JB Hunt Transportation
Memphis , TN
03.2022 - Current
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.

Transportation Manager

Amazon
Memphis, TN
10.2020 - 03.2022
  • Monitored driver performance and compliance with safety regulations.
  • Supervised a team of drivers, dispatchers, and customer service representatives.
  • Maintained records of vehicle maintenance schedules to ensure proper upkeep of fleet vehicles.
  • Managed multiple transportation projects, ensuring successful completion of project goals and objectives.
  • Organized training programs for staff members on safe driving practices and use of equipment.
  • Investigated customer complaints related to freight damage or late deliveries.
  • Implemented on-the-job training activities to cross-train employees on various tasks.

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

D&D Trucking
Memphis, TN
02.2020 - 05.2020
  • Operated commercial truck to transport goods and materials over long distances.
  • Followed all applicable rules, laws and regulations governing the safe operation of a large vehicle.
  • Maintained a log book of working hours, distance traveled, fuel consumption, and any problems encountered during the trip.

Head Sushi Chef

Benihana
Memphis, TN
06.2017 - 03.2018
  • Conducted performance reviews with each sushi chef to ensure they are meeting expectations set by management.
  • Monitored food quality standards to maintain consistent product offerings for customers.
  • Prepared finfish, shellfish and fresh produce items to use in sushi.
  • Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.

Head Chef

Bass Pro Shops
Memphis, TN
06.2015 - 08.2017
  • Trained new kitchen staff in food safety regulations and proper cooking techniques.
  • Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
  • Developed menus and recipes for a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and specialty items.
  • Ordered food supplies from vendors to maintain adequate stock levels.

Mark-in Supervisor

Lyons Cleaners
Memphis, TN
05.2014 - 06.2017
  • Monitored employee productivity levels to identify areas for improvement or additional resources needed.
  • Provided training and guidance to team members on operational procedures and best practices.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of work processes and communication.
  • Maintained accurate records for tracking progress and performance of team members.

Head Cook

Shelby County Public Schools
Memphis, TN
08.2011 - 05.2014
  • Served as lead cook, guiding and assisting training of less experienced cooks.
  • Ensured that all food safety regulations were followed in the kitchen.
  • Kept kitchen, cooking utensils and storeroom clean and neat.
  • Ordered supplies, ingredients, and equipment needed for the kitchen.

Education

Associate of Science -

Strayer University
Washington, DC
04-2015

High School Diploma -

Mitchell High School
Memphis, TN
05-2009

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Everest University Online - Tampa
Seffner, FL

Skills

  • Equipment Operation
  • Customer Service Management
  • Workforce Management
  • Data Entry

Certification

  • SMITH SYSTEMS

Accomplishments

  • Employee Of The Month
  • Manager Of The Month

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Truck Driver

JB Hunt Transportation
03.2022 - Current

Transportation Manager

Amazon
10.2020 - 03.2022

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

D&D Trucking
02.2020 - 05.2020

Head Sushi Chef

Benihana
06.2017 - 03.2018

Head Chef

Bass Pro Shops
06.2015 - 08.2017

Mark-in Supervisor

Lyons Cleaners
05.2014 - 06.2017

Head Cook

Shelby County Public Schools
08.2011 - 05.2014

Associate of Science -

Strayer University

High School Diploma -

Mitchell High School

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Everest University Online - Tampa

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