- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Food Tourism
- Sharing travel tips, recommendations, and insights with fellow enthusiasts
- Documenting and sharing travel experiences
Terri Groves
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Versatile and results-driven professional with experience in diverse roles including supervisory positions at the Department of Defense, Military regulatory oversight, and culinary operations. Excelled in customer service, problem-solving, and implementing efficient HR processes. Demonstrated exceptional leadership, critical thinking, and food handling skills. Proven track record of enhancing team collaboration and operational efficiency.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Cleaning, Food Truck Cook, Catering
Self
09.2020 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Supervisory Staff
Department of Defense
09.2009 - 06.2017
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Truck Driver, Recruiter, Human Resource SGT
US Army
12.1988 - 06.2017
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable regulations, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Find satisfactory resolutions for Commanders vision.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased regional Commands efficiency, reducing paperwork and manual tasks through automation.
- Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
- Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to military policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Management
Ashford University
San Diego, CA09-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies
Ashford University
San Diego, CA09-2013
Theology Certificate - Theological Studies
Faith Tech Bible School
Lansing03-2011
Skills
- Customer Service
- Problem-solving abilities
- Data Entry
- Critical Thinking
- Microsoft products
- Call Center Operations
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Cooking
- Truck driver
Interests
Timeline
Cleaning, Food Truck Cook, Catering
Self
09.2020 - Current
Supervisory Staff
Department of Defense
09.2009 - 06.2017
Truck Driver, Recruiter, Human Resource SGT
US Army
12.1988 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Management
Ashford University
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies
Ashford University
Theology Certificate - Theological Studies
Faith Tech Bible School
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