TA'LIYAH HAWKINS
Oklahoma City
Summary
Experienced with team leadership, strategic planning, and operational management. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to drive project success. Fostering productive work environments and achieving set goals. Passionate about creating positive relationships and delivering exceptional service. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Cava
Oklahoma City, OK
02.2025 - Current
- Trained and mentored staff to enhance team performance and service quality.
- Analyzed sales data to forecast demand and adjust staffing accordingly.
- Developed staff schedules to align with peak business hours.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock availability and minimizing shortages.
DELI MEMBER
Sprouts Farmers Market
Oklahoma City
04.2023 - 02.2025
- Recommending, slicing, weighing, packaging, and pricing meats and cheeses.
- Maintaining strict food safety protocols, managed inventory rotation, and delivered excellent customer service.
- Worked seamlessly with kitchen staff to ensure product availability, maintain quality standards, and handle peak-hour rushes effectively.
- Preparing special orders and party trays. Updating displays, cases, and other customer-facing areas to ensure new items and promotions are showcased.
- Ensuring that work areas are ready to service customers by cleaning surfaces, equipment, and floors, removing trash, and confirming that tools are in working order.
CHILD CARE ASSISTANT
Sky is the Limit Daycare
Del City, Oklahoma
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Supervised daily activities and safety of children while fostering social development through interactive play and educational programs.
- Change the diapers of infants and toddlers.
- Maintained detailed records of children's daily routines, dietary requirements, and developmental milestones while ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Implemented age-appropriate learning activities and create engaging educational environments for children's growth.
- Watch for signs of emotional or developmental problems in children and bring potential problems to the attention of parents or guardians.
COOK/CASHIER/SERVER
Ragin Cajun Seafood
Bricktown OKC, OK
02.2021 - 04.2023
- Managed diverse restaurant operations including food preparation, customer service, and cash handling while maintaining high quality standards and safety protocols.
- Streamlined order processing and service delivery, reducing customer wait times while handling multiple responsibilities across kitchen and front-of-house operations.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff and front-end team to ensure smooth service flow, demonstrating strong multitasking and communication abilities.
- Built positive customer relationships through attentive service, accurate order processing, and efficient problem resolution in a fast-paced environment.
COOK/CASHIER
Dickey's BBQ Pit
Oklahoma City
10.2019 - 02.2021
- Managed dual responsibilities as cook and cashier, ensuring food safety standards while delivering prompt customer service and accurate cash handling.
- Preparing meals according to recipes. Large catering.
- Streamlined kitchen operations and order processing, reducing customer wait times while maintaining high-quality food preparation standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK05-2024
Skills
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Customer Service
- Food Safety
- Inventory Control
- Kitchen Organization
- Order Processing
- Food Preparation
- Cash Handling
- Safety Compliance
Timeline
Manager
Cava
02.2025 - Current
DELI MEMBER
Sprouts Farmers Market
04.2023 - 02.2025
CHILD CARE ASSISTANT
Sky is the Limit Daycare
08.2022 - 04.2023
COOK/CASHIER/SERVER
Ragin Cajun Seafood
02.2021 - 04.2023
COOK/CASHIER
Dickey's BBQ Pit
10.2019 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
University of Central Oklahoma