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Jennifer Sands

Barrington,NJ

Summary

Organized and dedicated Administrative Assistant with proven track record of providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Offering keen attention to detail and strong decision-making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Administrative Advisor

Bush Refrigeration
07.2012 - 07.2024
  • Handled inbound and outbound logistics for North America, coordinating truckloads for medical, floral, and commercial refrigeration products
  • Processed accounts payable, confirming taxes and shipping costs based on sales orders and uploading data into Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains for final VP approval
  • Cross-trained team members on customer service relations, phone routing for sales, and logistics, ensuring smooth operation and adherence to administrative protocols
  • Leveraged Microsoft Dynamics CRM to track and manage logistics, streamlining processes to improve service and operational efficiency.
  • Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
  • Maintained primary relationship accountability for clients, overall servicing responsibility and client satisfaction to maximize profitability of client relationships.

Manager

Red Lobster
04.2006 - 05.2010
  • Managed teams of up to 25 Front of House (FOH) and 45 Back of House (BOH) staff per shift, focusing on delivering exceptional guest service and operational efficiency
  • Achieved and maintained 90% guest satisfaction rate by prioritizing quality and safety standards, contributing to overall health of restaurant
  • Implemented cost-control measures by analyzing inventory trends, optimizing stock levels, and minimizing surplus to align with demand
  • Enforced strict chemical storage protocols to ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
  • Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
  • Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
  • Conducted health, safety, and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.

Administrative Assistant

Advocare Pediatrics, Dr. Mirminesh Office
07.2005 - 02.2006

Greeted patients and provided required paperwork to facilitate services.

  • Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Ensured accurate and timely processing of patient data, supporting office's overall efficiency
  • Documented patient medical information, case histories, and insurance details to facilitate smooth appointments and payment processing.
  • Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
  • Called patients to confirm scheduled appointments day in advance.

Education

Medical Coding, Vital Signs, Patient History -

Lincoln Tech
06.2007

No Degree - Business

Rutgers University
Camden
06.2003

High School Diploma -

Cherry Hill High School West
Cherry Hill, NJ
06.2000

Skills

  • Leadership & Team Management
  • Payroll Processing (Assure Payroll Services, E-Soft)
  • Logistics & Customer Service (Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Great Plains)
  • Strong Organizational & Communication Skills
  • Event Planning & Coordination
  • Inventory Control & Cost Management
  • Experience in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Dynamics
  • Compliance with Safety & Food Regulations (ServSafe)
  • Customer Service
  • Mail handling
  • Attention to Detail
  • Administrative Support

Certification

  • SerfSafe Certification (Food & Liquor), 2008
  • Liquor Regulations and Law, 2010

Timeline

Administrative Advisor

Bush Refrigeration
07.2012 - 07.2024

Manager

Red Lobster
04.2006 - 05.2010

Administrative Assistant

Advocare Pediatrics, Dr. Mirminesh Office
07.2005 - 02.2006

Medical Coding, Vital Signs, Patient History -

Lincoln Tech

No Degree - Business

Rutgers University

High School Diploma -

Cherry Hill High School West
Jennifer Sands