Lynda Rayoum
Kite,GA
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Johnson State Prison, excelling in staff leadership and sanitation standards. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced food safety compliance and fostered a team-oriented environment, boosting employee retention. Skilled in inventory management and customer service, demonstrating reliability and problem-solving abilities to improve operational efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Director
Johnson State Prison
01.2024 - Current
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation, ensuring compliance with all health department regulations.
- Oversaw daily operations in the kitchen, ensuring timely meal preparation and delivery.
- Managed budgets effectively, controlling costs through efficient inventory management and supplier negotiations.
- Monitored food quality and freshness during all stages of preparation, storage, and service to ensure consistently excellent.
- Developed a strong team atmosphere within the kitchen staff, enhancing productivity and employee retention rates.
- Implemented a system for tracking inventory levels accurately, preventing shortages or overstock situations that could impact service quality.
- Implemented staff training programs to improve culinary skills and knowledge of food safety procedures.
- Increased employee engagement by fostering positive relationships among team members and addressing concerns proactively.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for food service employees, promoting professional growth and development opportunities.
- Optimized workflow processes by analyzing data on staff performance. Provided ongoing mentorship and coaching to kitchen staff members, fostering professional growth while maintaining a positive workplace environment.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost kitchen performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Spearheaded regular maintenance and repair operations to keep building and equipment in peak condition.
- Improved satisfaction of food by implementing new menu options and providing excellent food presentation.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
- Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
Administrative Assistant
Johnson State Prison
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
- Optimized calendar management for executives by scheduling appointments strategically while considering priorities and minimizing conflicts.
- Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
- Facilitated collaboration within team by organizing regular meetings and tracking project progress.
- Boosted team productivity by managing communication channels and ensuring timely responses to inquiries.
- Contributed to policy updates, researching regulations to ensure company compliance.
- Managed scheduling for executive team, balancing complex calendars to ensure optimal use of time.
- Enhanced office environment, organizing spaces for better workflow and employee comfort.
- Facilitated cross-departmental communication, organizing meetings to discuss project progress and align objectives.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information, adhering strictly to data protection regulations.
- Streamlined office operations, implementing digital file management systems to reduce paper use and increase efficiency.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
- Completed forms, reports, logs, and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
- Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
Administrative Assistant
Johnson State Prison
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Optimized calendar management for executives by scheduling appointments strategically while considering priorities and minimizing conflicts.
Food Service Supervisor
Johnson State Prison
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Kept guest and work areas clean, organized, and sanitized per established standards.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper inventory tracking and storage practices.
- Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation, and quality.
- Maintained health and food safety standards at all stages, from storage through delivery.
- Closely monitored food safety procedures ensuring consistent adherence to HACCP guidelines, preventing foodborne illnesses.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing food service operations and maintaining a clean environment.
- Ordered new supplies and food to maintain service levels.
- Boosted employee morale by providing ongoing training, support, and performance feedback to staff members.
- Monitored food quality and service levels to maximize kitchen and dining area performance.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Established and managed team schedules and shift assignments.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Tracked food production levels, meal counts, and supply costs.
- Promoted a positive work culture that encouraged teamwork resulting in an uptick in employee retention rates.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations, maintaining a consistently clean and safe kitchen environment for staff and customers alike.
- Coordinated schedules of multiple shifts to maximize coverage while minimizing labor costs during slow periods or seasonal fluctuations in business volume.
- Trained and supervised new staff to enhance customer service skills and comply with food safety standards.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Prepared weekly schedules and assigned tasks to staff to maintain organized shift and smooth operations.
- Reviewed and approved employee schedules and timesheets.
- Trained new hires in food handling and safety protocols to boost knowledge and performance.
- Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
Food Service Worker
Johnson State Prison
11.2020 - 04.2022
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for dietary needs.
- Demonstrated versatility by quickly adapting to various roles within the food service environment as needed.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Operated dishwashing and sanitizing equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
- Set up and broke down food service lines quickly to maintain service flow.
- Assisted in inventory management, ordering supplies, and minimizing food spoilage.
- Participated in regular trainings to stay current on industry best practices and trends.
Office Manager
Bobby 's Used Cars
03.2014 - 11.2016
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
- Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
- Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.
- Supported department heads in accomplishing their goals through diligent administrative assistance such as report generation and data entry.
- Oversaw facility maintenance requests, coordinating with building management to address repairs or improvements efficiently.
- Contributed to workplace safety by ensuring compliance with established emergency protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Developed and enforced office policies that aligned with company values and regulatory requirements, maintaining compliance.
- Enhanced office operational efficiency by streamlining filing systems, resulting in easier access to critical documents.
- Improved team morale and cohesion with regular team-building activities and open communication channels.
- Facilitated positive work environment, addressing employee concerns promptly and fostering culture of mutual respect.
Education
Serve Safe Certified -
FDU
Milledgeville, GA03-2024
High School Diploma -
Central High
Barstow, CA06-1995
Skills
- Ordering and purchasing
- Staff training and development
- Sanitation standards
- Staff leadership
- Food safety compliance
- Food presentation
- Staff supervision
- Inventory management
- Employee scheduling
- Facility management
- Policy implementation
- Health inspections
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Reliable and responsible
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
Timeline
Food Service Director
Johnson State Prison
01.2024 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Johnson State Prison
04.2023 - 01.2024
Administrative Assistant
Johnson State Prison
04.2022 - 04.2023
Food Service Supervisor
Johnson State Prison
09.2021 - 04.2022
Food Service Worker
Johnson State Prison
11.2020 - 04.2022
Office Manager
Bobby 's Used Cars
03.2014 - 11.2016
Serve Safe Certified -
FDU
High School Diploma -
Central High
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