Sholomon Manning

I've worked within a field feeding team issuing out hot plates to thousands of soldiers a day, and set up the kitchens used to work from 6am-8pm.

• Participated in preparing various dishes by paring, dicing, washing and chopping vegetables and fruits and creatively used garnishes to dress up dishes.
• Enhanced kitchen operations by implementing effective inventory management strategies and reducing food waste.
• Kept dining facility within budget by establishing minimal waste guidelines and exceeding set goals.
• Maximized team productivity by expertly delegating tasks to kitchen staff.
• Served consistent portions following recipes and control standards.
• Collaborated with team members to ensure a sanitary and safe working environment, adhering to health regulations and guidelines.

Within my the 1st-185th Aviation Unit I've both troubleshot and repaired a multitude of vehicles to mitigate costs, and maintain safety.

• Handled repair work and maintenance to keep vehicles functional.
• Contributed to cost savings by accurately identifying necessary parts for repairs, minimizing waste and optimizing resource usage.
• Troubleshot vehicle faults and successfully operated heavy diesel equipment.
• Performed wheeled vehicle recovery operations.
• Performed semi-annual and annual unscheduled services on Up Armored and FMTV vehicles.
• Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale maintenance projects, enhancing overall fleet performance.
• Repaired a wide variety of wheeled vehicles, including trucks, trailers, and specialized military equipment under tight deadlines.
• Retained accurate records of purchases, titles and sales.

Worked under Kakeyla Manning as her Assistant Activity Director helping to watch over/take care of elderly patients.

• Ensured safety standards were met during all activities by strictly adhering to established guidelines and protocols.
• Enhanced participant satisfaction by planning and executing diverse recreational activities for various age groups.
• Oversaw daily facility maintenance tasks such as cleaning common areas and organizing equipment storage spaces for easy access during activity setup times.
• Established a welcoming environment for participants by fostering positive relationships among attendees, staff, and volunteers.
• Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of patients.
• Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
• Assisted with safety and emergency planning to secure patient safety while at facility and prevent injury.
• Assisted in the development of grant proposals to secure funding for additional programming opportunities.
• Trained new staff members on company policies, procedures, and best practices to maintain a high standard of professionalism within the team.
• Evaluated program effectiveness through regular assessments, making improvements as necessary to ensure consistent quality offerings.
• Optimized budget allocation by closely monitoring expenses and adjusting spending as needed to maximize program offerings.