Lekendra Chavis
Hampton,VA
Summary
Compassionate and analytical Biology graduate with a Bachelor's degree, complemented by hands-on experience as a Special Needs Caregiver, Animal Control Officer, and Restaurant Shift Leader. Proven ability to manage complex situations, provide attentive care, enforce regulations, and lead teams in fast-paced environments. Eager to apply scientific knowledge and extensive practical skills to a challenging role.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Manager (40 Hrs/week)
Chic A Sea
04.2018 - Current
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to all safety procedures, policies, and regulations.
- Provided on-the-job training and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities to new employees.
- Assist with a variety of financial tasks, including cash handling and deposit preparation.
- Deal with customer complaints about food service
- Completed logs and reports to keep track of detailed information, such as production, spoilage, and departmental maintenance requirements.
Caregiver Attendant (15 Hrs/week)
Consumer Direct Care Network Virginia
08.2022 - Current
- Dressed, groomed, and fed patients with limited physical abilities to efficiently handle basic needs.
- Helped disabled people gain independence while keeping a close eye on their safety at all times.
- Kept track of my clients' progress and reported any necessary changes.
Hampton Animal Response Team Officer (40 Hrs/week)
Hampton Police Department
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Responds and investigates dispatched complaints regarding animals and wildlife.
- Captures, impounds and disposes of animals by using a variety of issued equipment.
- Issues summons or obtains warrants; appears in court as necessary to present evidence.
- Completes reports and records by maintaining documents in accordance with State and local laws, documenting any problems that occur.
- Responds to citizen complaints. Checks homes in question for various animal violations including lack of food, water, shelter, and assesses outside temperatures relating to cruelty to animal regulations.
- Assists other personnel of the Police Division and those other agencies such as the Health Department, Fire and Rescue Division, Sheriff’s Office and Codes and Compliance with animal problems upon request.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05.2024
Associate of Science - Science
Virginia Peninsula Community College
Hampton, VA05.2022
High School -
Kecoughtan High School
Hampton, VA06.2020
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Leadership
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- SafeServ certification: Food Handling
Timeline
Hampton Animal Response Team Officer (40 Hrs/week)
Hampton Police Department
03.2025 - 06.2025
Caregiver Attendant (15 Hrs/week)
Consumer Direct Care Network Virginia
08.2022 - Current
Assistant Manager (40 Hrs/week)
Chic A Sea
04.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Old Dominion University
Associate of Science - Science
Virginia Peninsula Community College
High School -
Kecoughtan High School