Jalen Allen
Boys and Girls Clubs of the Sun Corridor
Casa Grande,AZ
16
years of professional experience
Dedicated Director of Teen Services with extensive experience in developing and managing after-school programs that empower youth to become responsible citizens. Background in food service and manual labor enhances commitment to safety and detail across all initiatives.
Work History
Director of Teen Services
11 Years 6 Months- Supervised staff development programs, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Managed budget allocations, ensuring financial accountability while maximizing operational efficiency.
- Spearheaded outreach efforts that increased club membership and participation in activities.
- Evaluated trends in youth services, adapting programs to meet evolving community needs effectively.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Lead Line Cook
2 Years 1 Month- Collaborated with team members to execute service during busy dinner shifts, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently to maintain optimal workflow during peak hours.
- Prepared high-quality ingredients for daily menu items, ensuring freshness and consistency.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
Cleaning Crew Member
2 Years 7 Months- Collaborated with team members to streamline cleaning processes and improve workflow efficiency.
- Operated cleaning equipment, including floor scrubbers and pressure washers efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards throughout restaurant premises.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and proper use of cleaning tools.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with health regulations and cleanliness standards.
- Implemented new cleaning techniques that reduced time spent on routine tasks.
- Handled equipment, chemicals, and materials properly and with caution.
- Cleaned and organized restrooms by restocking dispensers, sanitizing fixtures and spot cleaning partition walls and doors.
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated attention to detail while performing thorough cleaning services for optimal client satisfaction.
Warehouse Worker
1 Year 9 Months- Accurately picked and packed orders, ensuring quality control throughout the process.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily shipping and receiving targets.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Achieved timely dispatch of orders using effective time management strategies during the picking process.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Program management
Organizational strategy
Program development
Youth program development
Team development
Relationship building
Youth engagement
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
Timeline
Director of Teen Services
Boys and Girls Clubs of the Sun Corridor
02.2015 - CurrentRead More
Lead Line Cook
Big House
07.2013 - 08.2015Read More
Cleaning Crew Member
In-N-Out Burger
09.2012 - 04.2015Read More
Warehouse Worker
Factory Motor Parts Company
08.2010 - 05.2012Read More
PPEP TEC
High School Diploma
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