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Laython Lovan

Des Moines,IA

Summary

Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Fast Food Worker

McDonald's
Des Moines, IA
08.2024 - Current
  • Scrubbed and polished counters to remove debris and food.
  • Maintained safe food handling practices to prevent germ spread.
  • Operated grills, deep fryers and griddles safely to avoid accidents or injury.
  • Stored food in designated areas following wrapping, dating, food safety and rotation procedures.
  • Maintained neat, well-groomed appearance, impeccable personal hygiene, hair restraint and minimal jewelry to meet company standards.
  • Trained new employees on job duties and safe operation of kitchen equipment.
  • Regularly checked inventory levels for restocking needs.

Warehouse Worker

Amazon
Bondurant, IA
05.2022 - 01.2025
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
  • Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
  • Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
  • Moved large and bulky items manually or with pallet jacks or forklifts.
  • Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.

Factory Production Worker

Hy-vee commisary
Delaware, IA
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Utilized hoists, cranes, and other lifting devices to move heavy items safely.
  • Sorted and packaged products to prepare for processing or shipment.
  • Moved items between machines, conveyors and transport equipment to meet production needs.

Warehouse Worker

UPS
Des Moines, IA
12.2021 - 12.2021
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
  • Preserved safe work environment by maintaining clean workstations and pallet area.

Security Officer

American Security, LLC
Des Moines, IA
08.2020 - 06.2021
  • Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
  • Prepared detailed reports regarding daily activities, unusual occurrences, maintenance issues.
  • Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises.
  • Assisted with crowd control during large events held at the facility.
  • Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
  • Completed incident reports to record security or loss prevention incidents.
  • Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.

Security Officer

Per Mar Security
Des Moines, IA
09.2018 - 04.2020
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of security policies and procedures.
  • Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
  • Prepared detailed reports regarding daily activities, unusual occurrences, maintenance issues.
  • Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
  • Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
  • Surveyed property to prevent and identify vandalism or disarmed alarm systems.
  • Detected emergency situations through keen listening and close observation to respond appropriately to alarms.

Office Worker

Department of Revenue
Des Moines, IA
12.2017 - 03.2018
  • Processed invoices, purchase orders, expense reports, and other financial documents.
  • Collected and entered payment data into system, maintaining complete confidentiality and accuracy.
  • Copied, sorted and filed records of office activities and business transactions.

Warehouse Worker

USPS
Des Moines, IA
12.2015 - 01.2016
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
  • Moved large and bulky items manually or with pallet jacks or forklifts.
  • Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.

Pizza Maker

Papa Johns
Des Moines, IA
07.2014 - 01.2015
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to prevent foodborne illnesses.
  • Prepared multiple orders at once for speedy service.
  • Performed daily maintenance tasks on kitchen equipment such as cleaning fryers or grills.
  • Garnished finished pizzas with herbs or parmesan cheese according to recipe instructions.
  • Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
  • Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups or scales.

Food Service Worker

Dawgs steak and potatoes
Des Moines, IA
08.2013 - 08.2013
  • Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
  • Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
  • Welcomed and thanked guests to demonstrate appreciation for patronage.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
  • Maintained safe food handling practices to prevent germ spread.
  • Maintained professional demeanor during interactions with customers and co-workers.
  • Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
  • Prepared beverages such as coffee, tea, soda.
  • Followed recipes and customer requests to prepare meals.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.

Education

High School Diploma -

North Highschool
Des Moines
05-2014

Skills

  • Quality assurance and control
  • Inventory storage
  • Patience and empathy
  • Foodservice standards
  • Safe food handling
  • Excellent multi-tasker
  • Organized multi-tasker
  • Stress tolerance and resilience
  • Ingredient inspection
  • Accustomed to shift work
  • Reliable team worker
  • Comfortable standing for long time periods
  • Personal hygiene maintenance
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Positive attitude and enthusiasm
  • Physical stamina and endurance
  • Late-night shift availability
  • Listening and comprehension

Timeline

Fast Food Worker

McDonald's
08.2024 - Current

Factory Production Worker

Hy-vee commisary
08.2022 - 11.2022

Warehouse Worker

Amazon
05.2022 - 01.2025

Warehouse Worker

UPS
12.2021 - 12.2021

Security Officer

American Security, LLC
08.2020 - 06.2021

Security Officer

Per Mar Security
09.2018 - 04.2020

Office Worker

Department of Revenue
12.2017 - 03.2018

Warehouse Worker

USPS
12.2015 - 01.2016

Pizza Maker

Papa Johns
07.2014 - 01.2015

Food Service Worker

Dawgs steak and potatoes
08.2013 - 08.2013

High School Diploma -

North Highschool
Laython Lovan