DERREK TA
Goodyear,AZ
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a bachelor's degree and over three years of experience in enhancing operational processes, conducting data analysis, and ensuring inventory accuracy through cross-functional collaboration.Strong organizational skills, negotiation acumen, and system proficiency contribute to successful procurement, inventory management, and vendor relationship strategies that align with revenue, margin, and asset protection goals. Culinary expertise in menu planning, food preparation, and event coordination ensures the delivery of exceptional catering services while maintaining high standards of food safety and customer satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Catering
JT Curry Wagon
Goodyear, AZ
01.2026 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless execution of outdoor catering events.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional catering service and management.
- Assisted in lifting heavy pots and loading food onto trucks for events. Supported catering teams in delivering food to various locations. Contributed to event setup and breakdown as needed.
Sales Assosciate
Infinity LE Uniform Store
Prescott, AZ
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Cultivated positive shopping environments through attentive customer service and engagement towards emergency services.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring product availability and accuracy in stock records.
- Maintain relations with emergency services to receive their uniforms in a timely manner.
Detention Officer I
Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO)
Prescott, AZ
10.2023 - 01.2025
- Maintained and managed facility assets, controlled, inventory items, ensuring compliance with established procedures and minimizing loss or misuse.
- Monitored operational data, identified irregularities, and escalated risks to leadership to prevent financial, safety, or compliance exposure.
- Maintained accurate logs, reports, and system entries supporting audits, reviews, and operational decision-making.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with supervisors, medical teams, and external agencies to resolve issues efficiently under time constraints.
- Applied strong judgement and critical thinking in stressful situations.
Crew Member
Chipotle
Prescott, AZ
02.2022 - 10.2023
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced environment.
- Prepared and assembled food items following quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to ensure safety compliance.
- Assisted in training new crew members on operational procedures and customer engagement techniques.
Sales Associate
Dollar General
Prescott, AZ
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Maintained accurate inventory levels through regular stock checks and replenishment.
- Operated cash register efficiently, processing transactions and managing cash flow.
- Organized merchandise displays to promote sales and improve store aesthetics.
Civilian Reserve
Arizona Department of Public Safety
Phoenix, AZ
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Supported intelligence gathering, data review, and reporting used for operational planning and risk assessment.
- Ensured adherence to policies, procedures, and terms to mitigate organizational risk.
- Strengthened communication across internal and external stakeholders, supporting accurate and timely information flow.
Account & Customer Support Associate
Key Health Pharmacy
Goodyear, AZ
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Maintained and reconciled account and billing records, ensuring accuracy for revenue recognition and compliance.
- Analyzed account activity to identify discrepancies, trends, and anomalies; resolving issues with no financial impact to the organization.
- Provided professional customer and vendor communication, handling escalations with discretion and confidentiality.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Intelligence & Security
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU)
Prescott, AZ12-2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Odyssey Institute for Advanced and International Studies
Buckeye, AZ05-2018
Skills
- Reliability and punctuality
- Team management
- Chef support
- Inventory monitoring
Timeline
Catering
JT Curry Wagon
01.2026 - Current
Sales Assosciate
Infinity LE Uniform Store
01.2025 - 01.2026
Detention Officer I
Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO)
10.2023 - 01.2025
Crew Member
Chipotle
02.2022 - 10.2023
Sales Associate
Dollar General
06.2021 - 02.2022
Civilian Reserve
Arizona Department of Public Safety
08.2020 - 11.2020
Account & Customer Support Associate
Key Health Pharmacy
06.2018 - 06.2019
High School Diploma - undefined
Odyssey Institute for Advanced and International Studies
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Intelligence & Security
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU)