PREM CHHAY
Renton,WA
Summary
Initiative-taking transitioning service member, with an active Secret clearance. Currently, I am enrolled in the Washington Vets to Tech (WaV2T) program, specializing in Cloud Application Development, with an expected completion date in August 2024. This program grants 18 college credits toward a bachelor's degree in computer science. My studies encompass programming languages such as C#, Python, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, and SQL.
I am U.S. Navy Veteran with 20 years of proven experience directing and collaborating with cross-functional teams to produce successful outcomes. Possess extensive knowledge in providing leadership that fosters a positive growth-oriented initiative with department revenue; monitoring for food quality, presentation, sanitation, and safety standards per federal, state, and local directives; formulating policies and planning the use of materials and human resources.
Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Student
Washington Veterans to Technology
05.2024 - Current
- Enrolled in the Washington Vets 2 Tech (WaV2T) Server Cloud Administrator certificate program, with an expected completion date in August 2024
- This program grants 18 college credits toward a bachelor’s degree in computer science specializing in C#, Python, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and SQL.
Food Service Manager
United States Navy, Naval Base Kitsap
08.2021 - Current
- Directed the operation and administration services at a dining facility that provided meals to 44 operational tenants’ commands (4,000 personnel) while stationed at Naval Base Kitsap Bangor
- Led and trained 31 personnel to deliver high-quality meals, enhance customer service, maintain food safety standards, and achieve 5-Star Accreditation awards for three consecutive years.
- Managed the requisition, receipt, issuance, and storage of all food items, ensuring financial and operational controls of subsistence items. Tracked food production levels, meal counts, and supply costs to optimize efficiency and resource management.
- Responsible for the requisition, stowage, inventory, accounting, and sales of revolving food items valued at $500,000.
Food Service Technical Advisor and Operations Manager
United States Navy, Naval Base, USS TULSA
03.2016 - 07.2021
- Acted as primary point of contact for triaging technical issues, supported the Supply Officer in managing the company's annual operating budget and shipboard supplies accounting, and oversaw Hazardous Material and Postal Operations.
- Mentored 50 employees to enhance their professional development through skill-building and knowledge enrichment opportunities.
- Managed requisition, stowage, inventory, accounting, and sales of $250,000 in revolving food items. Oversaw contracted maintenance, ensuring adherence to scheduled dates and protocols for essential equipment maintenance, and enforced technical procedures to maintain compliance with guidelines.
Food Service Administrator
United States Navy, Naval Base Bremerton, USS Nimitz
02.2012 - 02.2016
- Led the personal and professional development of 144 employees, providing guidance, feedback, and mentorship to administrative support staff, fostering their professional growth.
- Managed requisition, stowage, inventory, accounting, and sales of $1,500,000 in revolving food items. Oversaw daily operations to provide 1100 meals daily, adhering to food safety procedures and protocols year-round.
- Maintained strict confidentiality handling sensitive information as per company policy. Achieved 100% operational readiness of food service equipment by monitoring maintenance schedules. Implemented food service waste separation in compliance with national regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Saint Martin's University
Lacey, WA06.2029
No Degree - Washington Veterans To Technology (WaV2T)
Saint Martin's University
Lacey, WA08.2024
Skills
- Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving
- Customer Service
- C#
- Python
- JavaScript
- Programming
- Software Development
- Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
- Bilingual in English and Khmer
- Certified Military Leader
- Instructor/Trainer
- Team Builder
- Mentor/Counselor
- Budget Management
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Team Collaboration
- Punctual and Reliable
- Active Listening
- Active Learning
Timeline
Student
Washington Veterans to Technology
05.2024 - Current
Food Service Manager
United States Navy, Naval Base Kitsap
08.2021 - Current
Food Service Technical Advisor and Operations Manager
United States Navy, Naval Base, USS TULSA
03.2016 - 07.2021
Food Service Administrator
United States Navy, Naval Base Bremerton, USS Nimitz
02.2012 - 02.2016
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Saint Martin's University
No Degree - Washington Veterans To Technology (WaV2T)
Saint Martin's University
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