Michael Kemp
Tallahassee,United States
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personnel Security Assistant
Department of Veterans Affairs North Florida/SG VHS
Tallahassee, FL
10.2017 - Current
- Performs work related to collection, organization and/or tracking of information in support of Personnel Security Program
- Personnel Security Program includes processes of initiating, reviewing, and approving background cases for release to Office of Personnel Management (OPM) in compliance with policies relating to completion of suitability investigations for Federal employees and others requiring background investigations for non-sensitive and public trust positions
- Work of this position centers on assisting Personnel Security Specialist in collecting appropriate background information, tracking and reviewing data, completion of reports, maintaining databases and processing follow-up actions on various security related matters and assisting with suitability adjudications
- Work of Security Assistant has direct impact on accomplishment of national and local performance measures with regard to timeliness of actions and following are major duties of this position.
- Reviews work to verify accuracy and conformance to procedures and any special instructions;
- Recurring assignments are reviewed through quality control procedures;
- Work products may be spot checked for accuracy;
- Closely reviews new or difficult assignments such as situations that have potential adverse impact.
- Uses initiative and works independently within framework established by Supervisor in carrying out recurring assignments such as obtaining, inserting, and correcting missing and incorrect data in Personnel Security files and automated systems;
- Follows established procedures or instructions that specifically describe how work is to be done and kind of modifications or exceptions that can be made;
- Refers specific problems not covered by Supervisor's instructions or standard operating procedures to Supervisor or Lead Personnel Security Specialist for assistance and/or decision.
- Prepared and submitted reports outlining findings.
- Conducted background investigations and security checks for employees and contractors.
- Assembled and maintained applicant files.
- Determined suitability of clearance levels based on results of background checks.
- Maintained confidentiality of classified and sensitive materials.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously.
- Determined suitability of clearance levels based on results of background checks
- Conducted background investigations and security checks for employees and contractors
- Prepared and submitted reports outlining findings
Senior Food Operations Sergeant
United States Army Reserves Retired
Tallahassee, FL
11.2000 - 05.2021
- Food Service Specialist/Team Leader
- Primarily responsible for the preparation and service of food in field or garrison food service operations for over 5,000 Soldiers
- Manage a food service team of 20 personnel according to the production schedule
- Performs preliminary food preparation procedures
- Bakes, fries, braises, boils, simmers, steams and sauté's as prescribed by Army recipes
- Sets up serving lines, garnishes food items, and applies food protection and sanitation measures in field and garrison environment
- Review incoming correspondence and distribute
- Receives and stores subsistence items while performing general housekeeping duties
- Operates, maintains, stores and cleans field kitchen equipment
- Performs preventive maintenance on garrison and field kitchen equipment
- Prepares all types of food according to standard and dietetic recipes, as well as ordering and inspecting food supplies and preparing meats for cooking
- Military laws and jurisdictions
- Self-defense and use of firearms
- Interpersonal communications skills
- Search/restraint and custody/control procedures
- Review incoming correspondence and distribute
- Answer general questions on MOS requirements and eligibility for other assignments
- Compile recurring and one-time reports
- Assist with various unit support programs
- Use automated software
- Inspect equipment to be turned in
- Adheres to privacy policy and the System of Records requirements
- Contacts the Facility Privacy Officer or Records Management for questions related to release of information
- Performs work related to the collection, organization, and/or tracking of information in support of the security and law enforcement programs
- Serves as the subject matter expert for the successful operation of all communications/security related equipment, which includes CCTV camera monitors, all intrusion detection devices, nurse call system, code blue system, and digital video recorders, panic alarms, fire alarms, and duress alarms.
Federal Foods Service Worker
VCS CANTEEN SERVICES
Tallahassee, FL
11.2016 - 10.2017
- Incumbent performs variety of food service duties in support of VCS food production services and will assists with preparation, presentation and subsequent serving of prepared food items
- Demonstrates excellent customer service skills in daily interactions with customers, i.e., communication, listening, empathy, conflict resolutions, and maintaining a positive attitude
- Ability to read and interpret instructions and perform basic arithmetic used in food preparation
- Experienced Cashier, in food service industry, including experience with operating/cleaning kitchen equipment or facilities, working knowledge of proper food handling and food sanitation procedures, etc
- Incumbent will operate a cash registers, dishwasher, electric can opener, vegetable chopper, conveyor toaster, steam table, fry saver, broaster, breader, mixer and sandwich packager
- Incumbent should possess knowledge in following areas: food service, with emphasis on portioning and packaging a variety of meats on a weekly basis for deli bar, vending machines, or other areas
- Prepare and packages sandwiches, mixes salads or assist in preparing salads, such as, Cole slaw, macaroni and potato, etc
- Assists in ordering food and preparation for baking desserts, specials, biscuits, frozen cookies, pretzels or other items
- Requires constant standing, walking, and frequent bending
- Must be able to lift or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted, and occasionally lift or move objects over 40 pounds with assistance
- Will be subjected to hot and cold temperatures and also be subject to slippery/wet floors, constant noise, possible steam/grease burns, usual minor cuts and exposure to cleaning chemicals.
Chef Manager
Homewood Suites by Hilton
Tallahassee, FL
04.2011 - 07.2017
- Prepare food and buffet items per designated recipes and quality standards
- Maintain cleanliness and comply with food sanitation standards always
- Manage guest orders in friendly, timely and efficient manner
- Ensure knowledge of menu and all food products
- Stock, service and maintain designated food station(s)
- Visually inspect all food sent from and out of kitchen
- Practice correct food handling and food storage procedures per federal, state, local and company regulations
- Prepare requisitions for hotel supplies and food items, as needed
- Clear tables during complimentary breakfast and dinner periods
- Ensure tableware is in good and working condition and report any defects for repair
- Retrieve and transport dirty tableware to dish-washing area
- Respond to guest inquiries and requests and resolve issues in timely, friendly and efficient manner.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Kept kitchen staff in compliance with safety and food regulations to reduce opportunities for illness or accidents
Senior Clerk (Part-Time)
Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
Tallahassee, Florida
10.2015 - 10.2016
- Provides operational and clerical support within Bureau of Motorist Services, Mobile Home Installer Licensing Program and Manufactured Housing Section
- Provides information and specified services to public, mobile home manufactures and dealers
- Collects work data from all district staff and compiles and maintains all required reports and records of regional office operations
- Processes mobile home installation decals
- Verifies current insurance information and payment for installers utilizing Florida Real-Time Vehicle Information System (FRVIS)
- Receive and review all incoming correspondence and determines proper distribution based on functional areas of responsibility assigned to staff
- Assure proper format, arrangement, spelling, punctuation, and grammatical structure in all correspondence
- Use a PC to store, retrieve and manipulate files to produce a variety of correspondence and reports
- Type letters, memorandums, forms, reports, and other correspondence from handwritten drafts or brief notes as to content involving technical and engineering terminology
- Receive telephone calls or personal callers/visitors and determines where calls have to be directed or which can be handled personally
- Adheres to privacy policy and System of Records requirements
- Contacts Facility Privacy Officer or Records Management for questions related to release of information
- Coordinates with local emergency services, City, State, and federal law enforcement officials during emergency situations
- Ensures a proper background check has been completed or initiated before decal is issued.
- Set up meetings and organized supporting materials.
- Worked with upper management to complete complex projects on tight budgets within specific timelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Keiser University
Tallahassee, United States11.2022
Associate of Science - Information Technology
Keiser University
Tallahassee, FL10.2013
Associate degree - Associates of Arts Degree in Culinary Arts
Keiser College
Tallahassee, FL11.2006
Skills
- Investigation Techniques
- Report Generation
- Incident Response
- Security Screenings
- Security Team Coordination
- Customer Service
- Background Investigations
- Data Entry
- Criminal Investigations
- Schedule Coordination
Evening Phone
850-376-2261
Certification
American Association of Notaries
- State of Florida
Additional Information
- Have Basic knowledge of Eligibility for VA Health Care
- Develop and maintain broad knowledge of GI Bill benefits for certifying veterans for educational benefits
- Proficiency in using a personal computer and software applications including Microsoft Office Suite.
- I was the unit liaison when it came down to informing service members in the unit regarding their eligibility for GI Bill educational benefits processes, include but not limited to helping them with the application process for admission, GI Bill education benefits, regulations of the GI Bill and student code of conduct, giving the service member the correct verification forms and eligible programs.
Timeline
Personnel Security Assistant
Department of Veterans Affairs North Florida/SG VHS
10.2017 - Current
Federal Foods Service Worker
VCS CANTEEN SERVICES
11.2016 - 10.2017
Senior Clerk (Part-Time)
Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
10.2015 - 10.2016
Chef Manager
Homewood Suites by Hilton
04.2011 - 07.2017
Senior Food Operations Sergeant
United States Army Reserves Retired
11.2000 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Keiser University
Associate of Science - Information Technology
Keiser University
Associate degree - Associates of Arts Degree in Culinary Arts
Keiser College
American Association of Notaries
- State of Florida
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