Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer Experience
Timeline

Jimmie Lunsford

El Dorado,AR

Summary

Highly motivated and dedicated professional seeking a leadership role in a non-profit organization, where I can utilize my skills and experience to make a positive impact on the community and contribute towards the organization's mission.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Office Manager

So. AR Historical Preservation Society
El Dorado, AR
04.2022 - Current
  • Developed and implemented office policies and procedures.
  • Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
  • Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
  • Tracked invoices and payments to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information.
  • Maintained impeccable office organization to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives.
  • Automated office operations for managing client correspondence, payment schedules and data communications.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.

Food & Beverage Manager

El Dorado Golf & Country Club
El Dorado, AR
03.2018 - 02.2022
  • Ensure a consistent set of superior standards of food service and quality are being met or exceeded at all facilities
  • Monitor the performance of F&B operations to determine whether strategies require adjustment to positively impact revenue and cost controls
  • Assist in planning and implementing procedures for special club events and banquet functions
  • Recruit, interview and hire food and beverage management and staff associates as needed
  • Train and support all food and beverage management and associates and ensure performance in accordance with established standards
  • Conduct regular meetings with direct reports focused on goals and objectives and development of staff

General Manager

Hampton Inn
El Dorado, AR
12.2015 - 03.2018
  • Coordinated and supervised daily operations of the hotel, ensuring compliance with all policies and procedures.
  • Developed strategies to maximize profits through cost control and revenue generation initiatives.
  • Managed front desk staff, housekeeping, maintenance, security and other departments within the hotel.
  • Reviewed financial statements and reports to assess operational performance against budget targets.
  • Ensured efficient customer service by addressing guest inquiries and resolving complaints in a timely manner.

Route Manager/Pest Technician

Terminix International
North Little Rock, AR
09.2009 - 11.2015
  • Apply pesticides to structures according to schedule, safety procedures and label instructions
  • Drive company vehicle to customers’ houses or places of business
  • Call customers to confirm scheduled services
  • Respond on a timely basis to customers’ requests for telephone and in-person service calls
  • Complete required production forms at end of day Maintain vehicle and equipment in clean and proper operating condition Assist in sales to current customers

Assistant Food and Beverage Director

Embassy Suites
Little Rock, AR
01.2002 - 08.2009
  • Assisted in developing food and beverage menus.
  • Monitored daily operations of the restaurant, bar and banquet facilities.
  • Ensured proper inventory management of all food and beverage items.
  • Collaborated with chefs to create innovative dishes for the menu.
  • Provided guidance and direction to staff members on proper service techniques.
  • Managed customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Organized special events such as banquets, weddings and private parties.
  • Performed financial analysis to ensure profitability goals were met.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews with staff members.
  • Managed food service sales, costs and budget administration to keep operations in line with financial targets.

Education

General Studies High School Diploma -

Union High School
05.1997

Skills

  • Office Management
  • Customer Service
  • Operations Management
  • Staff Management
  • Administrative Support
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
  • Organizational Skills
  • Presentation Design
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Scheduling
  • Relationship Building
  • Office Administration
  • Event Coordination
  • Customer Relations

Volunteer Experience

  • El Dorado Kiwanis, El Dorado, AR, 05/2023, Present, Kiwanis Member
  • Lake Hamilton Optimist Club, Pearcy, AR, 2010, 2014, Optimist Club Volleyball Coach
  • Freedom Church Little Rock, Little Rock, AR, 2008, 2013, Director of Music Ministries
  • Arkansas State Church of God, AR, 08/2003, 2006, Church Camp Counselor
  • Kairos Prison Ministries, Hot Springs, AR, 2008, 2011, Volunteer

Timeline

Office Manager - So. AR Historical Preservation Society
04.2022 - Current
Food & Beverage Manager - El Dorado Golf & Country Club
03.2018 - 02.2022
General Manager - Hampton Inn
12.2015 - 03.2018
Route Manager/Pest Technician - Terminix International
09.2009 - 11.2015
Assistant Food and Beverage Director - Embassy Suites
01.2002 - 08.2009
Union High School - General Studies High School Diploma,
Jimmie Lunsford