JENNIE CHARLES
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in catering at Jennie Charles Catering, excelling in food preparation and inventory control. Proven ability to streamline operations and enhance guest experiences through exceptional service and conflict de-escalation skills. Committed to delivering high-quality results under pressure while maintaining a safe environment.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
CATERER
Jennie Charles Catering
01.1990 - 06.2008
- Presented food and beverages on buffet tables and drink stations in line with formality and specifications of each event.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Managed inventory efficiently, reducing waste and lowering costs.
- Sourced food ingredients from local markets and food suppliers to acquire items needed for food preparation.
- Streamlined kitchen operations, enabling team to deliver high-quality dishes under tight deadlines.
Home Attendant
Tammys Agency
01.2008 - 12.2016
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Facilitated patient mobility by safely transferring them between beds, wheelchairs, and other areas within the home.
- Visited households to provide daily health care to patients.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living. Provided meals and assistance to and from activities and appointments. Served as a pleasant and supportive companion.
Childcare Provider
Private Care
02.2016 - 11.2023
- Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
- Fostered creativity with various arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and self expression.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
Security Officer
MG Security Services
07.2023 - Current
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Saint Vincent Layou Government School
St Vicent West IndiesSkills
- Detail-oriented
- Cooking
- Chef support
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Food preparation mastery
- Table preparation
- Inventory control
- Conflict de-escalation
- Security guard license
- Shift work experience
a proud usher at my church for over 30 years
Make sure the entry way and vestibule are clean and safe and all equipment is set up.
Make visitors feel welcome and comfortable
Secure water for the speakers
Be available to distribute and collect materials
Take up the offering
Assist in seating, parking, shoveling snow, security and other functional duties
Timeline
Security Officer
MG Security Services
07.2023 - Current
Childcare Provider
Private Care
02.2016 - 11.2023
Home Attendant
Tammys Agency
01.2008 - 12.2016
CATERER
Jennie Charles Catering
01.1990 - 06.2008
High School Diploma -
Saint Vincent Layou Government School
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