Stephanie Samuels

Working as a CDL Class B driver with multiple endorsements including passenger and school bus driving skills has honed my ability to adapt quickly to diverse tasks and materials. Safety is paramount when operating vehicles weighing up to 86,000 pounds. Additionally, coordinating job site logistics by following instructions and confirming material locations with supervisors has become second nature.

• Performed daily safety checks on dump truck and ensured all safety features were in proper working order.
• Loaded and unloaded materials from job sites using the dump truck.
• Maintained accurate records of loads delivered and collected payment for services rendered.
• Operated dump truck safely in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Followed instructions provided by supervisor to complete assigned tasks efficiently.

Started early each morning to prepare breakfast for the 75 Residence, prioritizing which items needed to be cooked first and which took the longest time to cook. Documented temperature of food items and ensured safe hand washing practices to prevent disease and infections. Sterilized all surface tops and utensils properly.

• Ensured kitchen staff followed health and safety regulations.
• Monitored food preparation to ensure quality standards were met.
• Trained new cooks on proper food handling techniques.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu items, ingredients, and recipes.
• Provided direction to kitchen staff regarding food preparation, cooking times, portion sizes, and presentation of dishes.
• Supervised all aspects of the kitchen operations including inventory control and ordering of supplies.

Cultivated strong relationships with shipping providers and developed efficient routes for the transportation of perishable goods to ensure timely delivery.

• Developed and maintained relationships with key accounts to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Created comprehensive reports on account performance and presented them to senior management.
• Provided training and guidance to new Account Managers.
• Negotiated contracts with clients to maximize profitability.
• Conducted market research to identify potential customers.
• Analyzed client data and identified opportunities for growth.
• Managed multiple accounts simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
• Developed strategies to increase revenue from existing accounts.
• Drafted proposals outlining services, costs, and benefits for prospective customers.

Developed programs for all ages, including knight hikes and bird watches. Developed tracking abilities to decipher animal prints. Maintained records of resident animals and developed a database for controlled hunts with lottery system.

• Organized and maintained filing systems for documents and records.
• Assisted in the preparation of reports, presentations and correspondence.
• Scheduled meetings, appointments and travel arrangements for staff members.
• Answered incoming calls, responded to emails, faxes and other inquiries from customers and vendors.
• Greeted visitors, clients and guests in a professional manner.
• Managed conference room bookings and coordinated catering services as needed.
• Processed incoming mail on a daily basis including sorting, distributing and responding when necessary.
• Maintained an inventory of office supplies ensuring stock levels were adequate at all times.

Implemented inventory management strategies to optimize productivity while prioritizing maintaining product integrity.

• Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure the best possible prices for goods and services.
• Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products.
• Reviewed purchase orders and ensured accuracy of information, such as pricing, payment terms and delivery dates.
• Researched new sources for supplies, materials and services in order to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Identified potential areas of cost savings through supplier consolidation or alternative sourcing methods.
• Maintained accurate records of purchases including invoices, price lists, product codes and descriptions.