Santavious Ingram
Preston,GA
Summary
Experienced and reliable Food Service Assistant Manager with a strong background in daily kitchen operations, team leadership, and customer satisfaction. Skilled in staff supervision, inventory management, food safety compliance, and maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency. Proven ability to support management in achieving operational goals, reducing waste, and delivering excellent service in fast-paced environments. Dedicated to fostering a positive team culture while ensuring smooth and consistent food service operations
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Manager
Rolling Hills Food Service
Columbus , GA
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Supervise daily kitchen operations for 26 cooks and dining services for 58 DFAs, Ensure compliance with sanitation
and food handling regulations. - Manage meal service for 3,000 to 45,000 soldiers daily, adhering to U.S. Army food guidelines and safety protocols.
- Train, schedule, and support food service staff, promoting teamwork and accountability.
- Assist with inventory control, vendor coordination, and cost efficiency.
- Address customer concerns and support policy implementation with leadership.
Mail Handler Supervisor
United States Postal Service
Tampa, Florida
10.2016 - 02.2024
- Trained and staffed 60 employees in machinery and forklift operations
- Scheduled staff, coordinated daily operations, and maintained compliance with postal regulations
- Managed safety documentation and equipment maintenance records
- Assigned tasks, monitored performance, and ensured adherence to safety practices
- Oversaw mailroom budget, supply orders, and operational efficiency strategies
- Handled confidential information with discretion
Food Production Supervisor
USS George H.W. Bush, U.S. Navy
Norfolk, Virginia
09.2012 - 09.2016
- Supervised culinary specialists and attendants preparing 8,000 meals daily
- Managed onboarding, benefits coordination, and physical exam scheduling
- Directed policy initiatives to improve fund management and personnel accountability.
- Maintained sanitation standards and achieved high inspection scores
- Oversaw federal inventory audits and accounting lines totaling $100K
- Managed sailor education records and security clearance documentation
Culinary Specialist
U.S. Navy
Pt Mugu NAWC,
09.2008 - 09.2012
- Led training and development for 50 cooks preparing 7,500 meals daily
- Managed $75K inventory and financial transactions with zero discrepancies
- Facilitated on-boarding and security clearance processes for incoming sailors
- Maintained food service records and supported peer development.
- Ensured compliance with safety and health benefit procedures.
Skills
- Leadership and training
- Hospitality expertise
- Menu design and food preparation
- Operational strategy
- Customer service excellence
- Food safety compliance
- Health standards
Certification
Certified Peer Specialist (CPS), Georgia Mental Health Care Network, 02/01/26
SKILLS
- Food preparation and cooking techniques
- Recipe adherence and portion control
- Food safety and sanitation (ServSafe standards)
- Kitchen organization and cleanliness
- Inventory management
- Time management in fast-paced environments
- Multitasking and prioritization
- Waste reduction and cost control
- Opening and closing procedures
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Rolling Hills Food Service
06.2025 - 12.2025
Mail Handler Supervisor
United States Postal Service
10.2016 - 02.2024
Food Production Supervisor
USS George H.W. Bush, U.S. Navy
09.2012 - 09.2016
Culinary Specialist
U.S. Navy
09.2008 - 09.2012