Elijah Berry
Peoria,United States
Summary
Security professional with comprehensive expertise in protecting people and property. Adept at developing and enforcing security measures while fostering culture of safety. Known for being reliable team player who adapts to changing environments and maintains vigilant presence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Professional
Securtas
07.2025 - Current
- Led security operations to ensure safety and compliance across multiple facilities.
- Developed and implemented security protocols to mitigate risks and enhance protection measures.
- Trained and mentored junior security staff on best practices and emergency response procedures.
- Conducted regular risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend improvements.
Line Cook
Dacs smokehouse
05.2022 - Current
- I was a line cook and I prep food from time to time
- Prepared and cooked menu items following established recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace, adhering to food safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking ingredient usage and minimizing waste.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Security Professional
Allied Universal
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Security guard / 2nd and third shift
- Patrol and secure gates and being proactive
- Conducted regular patrols to deter and detect unauthorized activities.
- Developed incident reports and maintained accurate documentation for investigations.
- Analyzed security operations to identify areas for process improvement and efficiency gains.
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Supervised grounds, employee entrances, and exits and security officers on duty.
General Merchandise Closing Expert
Target
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Online orders
- Stocking
- Customer service
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Retail Clerk
Goodwill Industries
11.2021 - 07.2022
- I worked every position at goodwill from donation door to stacking Gaylord’s with a forklift, to working register, to production table.
- Assisted customers with product selections and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Operated cash register efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions and balanced cash drawers.
- Processed donations by sorting, pricing, and preparing items for sale in-store.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline inventory management processes and reduce waste.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures, customer service standards, and store policies.
- Achieved high levels of accuracy when managing inventory, resulting in minimal discrepancies and improved overall efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Manual High School
Peoria, IL05.2024
Skills
- Security (3 years)
- Microsoft Word (8 years)
- Microsoft Excel (2 years)
- English (10 years)
- Communication skills (1 year)
- Customer service (3 years)
- army 13 foxtrot(joint fire support)
- Coordinated and directed fire support operations, including artillery, mortars, and close air support, to provide precision targeting in support of combat units
- Operated, maintained, and employed advanced communications and digital targeting equipment to gather, process, and disseminate critical battlefield data
- Conducted reconnaissance and surveillance to identify and assess enemy targets, terrain, and potential hazards, ensuring mission success
- Collaborated with infantry and armored units to integrate fire support into tactical plans, enhancing battlefield effectiveness
- Utilized advanced map reading and navigation skills to call for and adjust fire using grid, laser, and polar coordinates
- Conducted training exercises and live-fire scenarios to maintain combat readiness and proficiency in fire support operations
- Maintained situational awareness in dynamic environments to effectively assess threats and determine appropriate use of firepower
- Demonstrated leadership and teamwork in high-pressure situations, ensuring safety and operational success
Certification
- Level two foundations of restaurant management and culinary arts Present
- National prostart program Present
- Servsafe allergens Present
- Level one foundations of restaurant management and culinary arts Present
- ServSafe Food Handler Present
- Joint fire support specialists course Present
- Guard Card Present
- Driver's License
- PERC Card
Timeline
Security Professional
Securtas
07.2025 - Current
Security Professional
Allied Universal
03.2024 - 07.2024
General Merchandise Closing Expert
Target
04.2023 - 01.2024
Line Cook
Dacs smokehouse
05.2022 - Current
Retail Clerk
Goodwill Industries
11.2021 - 07.2022
High School Diploma -
Manual High School
Military Service
- Branch: Army National Guard
- Service Country: United States
- Rank: Private Second Class
- May 2024 to Present
- 13foxtrot
- Joint fire support specialists
- Coordinated and directed fire support operations, including artillery, mortars, and close air support, to provide precision targeting in support of combat units.
- Operated, maintained, and employed advanced communications and digital targeting equipment to gather, process, and disseminate critical battlefield data.
- Conducted reconnaissance and surveillance to identify and assess enemy targets, terrain, and potential hazards, ensuring mission success.
- Collaborated with infantry and armored units to integrate fire support into tactical plans, enhancing battlefield effectiveness.
- Utilized advanced map reading and navigation skills to call for and adjust fire using grid, laser, and polar coordinates.
- Conducted training exercises and live-fire scenarios to maintain combat readiness and proficiency in fire support operations.
- Maintained situational awareness in dynamic environments to effectively assess threats and determine appropriate use of firepower.
- Demonstrated leadership and teamwork in high-pressure situations, ensuring safety and operational success.