Linda Bailey
Des Plaines,Il
Summary
To secure a challenging position in a reputable organization to expand my learning, knowledge, and skills. Secure a responsible career opportunity to fully utilize my training and skills while making significant contribution to the success of the company.
Driven Director with experience planning and coordinating all aspects of productions. Proficient in selecting scripts, coordinating writing and supporting directing and editing. Multifaceted leader with talent orchestrating coordination of all records, plans and personnel to accomplish fast-paced work. Business-minded professional tackling any job task with gusto and precision. Delivering exceptional service and responding to questions and inquiries quickly. Demonstrates positive attitude and readiness to adapt to different situations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Foodservcie
Fenwick High school
Chicago, IL
07.2022 - Current
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
- Structured HR consulting services to support clients during organizational developments and changes.
- Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements for projects.
- Recruited, hired, and trained employees on operations and performance expectations.
- Implemented systems for tracking progress on key initiatives or projects.
- Leveraged market knowledge and studied competitive landscape to drive revenue.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Analyzed problematic situations and occurrences to provide solutions and facilitate company survival and growth.
Assistant Director Greek Life
NC State University Greek Life
Raleigh, NC
07.2018 - 06.2022
- Work with the chapter officers to enforce all University, Residence Life, Fraternity & Sorority Life and Inter/National Headquarters policies work collaboratively with student leaders, alumni/ae, faculty and staff to address risk management issues within Greek community
- Responsible for managing student learning efforts including outcomes and assessment; advising other Greek registered student organizations that address various programming needs and efforts such as diversity, risk management, and leadership development; advising council officers in the planning of major events.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Implemented billing procedures, audited and reconciled accounts and recorded transactions.
- Established budgets and tracked expenses to drive operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with other departments to improve interdepartmental communication.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
- Supported work-life balance to improve staff morale.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Evaluated key business metrics and recommended adjustments to policies and procedures.
- Managed schedules by completing work accurately and on time.
- Oversaw employee relations issues such as grievances, disciplinary actions and terminations.
Food Service Director
St Augustine University
Raleigh, NC
07.2015 - 06.2018
- Responsible for overseeing the direction of managers and associates in all food and beverage outlets with an emphasis on Banquets
- Recommended strategies for reducing operational costs without compromising quality standards.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Performed continuous reviews of operations in order to meet needs, control costs and optimize procedures for maximum customer satisfaction.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly in a professional manner.
- Communicated effectively with executive management regarding budgeting decisions or policy changes.
- Designed incentives and other motivational programs.
- Assisted in employee recruitment, hiring and interview processes.
- Drafted communications materials such as newsletters, emails, and flyers aimed at educating staff about various aspects of inclusion and diversity programs.
- Researched industry trends to inform compensation and performance strategies.
- Researched current trends in hiring practices related to promoting greater levels of diversity across all departments within the company.
- Collaborated with external organizations to create partnerships that support diversity goals.
- Participated in committees focused on improving organizational culture around diversity topics.
Assistant Director Diversity, Inclusion Outreach
Oberlin College
Oberlin, Ohio
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
- Created and maintained reports on operational performance metrics.
- Oversaw purchasing and inventory to retain physical assets.
- Managed staff, financials and key performance indicators to facilitate business operations.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Assistant director residential education for conference service
Oberlin College
Oberlin, Ohio
01.2008 - 01.2011
Executive Chef
Oberlin College
Oberlin, Ohio
01.2004 - 01.2008
Education
Bachelor of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis -
Purdue Global University
03.2022
Master’s in Business Administration -
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY
05.2007
Bachelor of Science Double Major in Restaurant/ Hotel Management/ Culinary Arts -
COOKING and HOSPITALITY INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO
02.2001
Skills
- Management experience includes planning, budgeting, staffing, scheduling, procurement, and menu planning/pricing "Hands-on" management style works well under pressure Broad experience includes but not limited to working with Disabilities children/Adults as well as coordinating community service for the Greek community, developing and implementing educational and social programming for both individuals and chapters, Hotel and restaurant, college dining, hospitals, catering and event planning and guest relations
- Project Coordination
- Business Planning
- Operations Management
- Budget Control
- Business Administration
- Staff Development
- Staff Management
- Fundraising Events
- Creativity and Innovation
- Contract and Vendor Management
- Company Guidelines
- Rules and Regulations
Volunteer Experience
Autism Ambassador of North Carolina Volunteer Advocacy, 2018, 2022, The Autism Speaks Advocacy Ambassador is a grassroots program designed to build relationships between constituents and legislators at the federal level. Also help to meet our advocacy goals by sharing their personal experiences and information on policies related to autism. Selected to serve as the main point of contact for their respective federal legislator(s). Work directly with Autism Speaks staff both in local and Washington, D.C. offices to implement initiatives.
Accomplishments
- July 2021 Excellence Value Award
- August 2022 The best in Autism Awareness Appreciation Award
- June 2021 Making the Difference Autism Ambassador of North Carolina
- 2020 essentialntial Piece Award for Autism North Carolina
Affiliations
- Ambassador of Autism 2019 to 2022 North Carolina
Timeline
Director of Foodservcie
Fenwick High school
07.2022 - Current
Assistant Director Greek Life
NC State University Greek Life
07.2018 - 06.2022
Food Service Director
St Augustine University
07.2015 - 06.2018
Assistant Director Diversity, Inclusion Outreach
Oberlin College
01.2011 - 01.2013
Assistant director residential education for conference service
Oberlin College
01.2008 - 01.2011
Executive Chef
Oberlin College
01.2004 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis -
Purdue Global University
Master’s in Business Administration -
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science Double Major in Restaurant/ Hotel Management/ Culinary Arts -
COOKING and HOSPITALITY INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO
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