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Cody Conner

Pinckneyville,IL

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Pinckneyville Correctional Center, excelling in food safety compliance and inventory management. Proven track record in reducing food waste and enhancing kitchen performance through effective staff leadership and coordination. Committed to maintaining high standards of quality and safety in fast-paced environments.

Background includes inventory management, sales leadership and recordkeeping. Organized and forward-thinking food service professional with a flexible and motivational management style.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Correctional Food Service Supervisor 2

Pinckneyville Correctional Center
08.2023 - Current
  • Keep work areas clean, organized, and sanitized per established standards.
  • Reduced food waste by implementing proper inventory tracking and storage practices.
  • Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation, and quality.
  • Maintained health and food safety standards at all stages, from storage through delivery.
  • Closely monitored food safety procedures ensuring consistent adherence to HACCP guidelines, preventing foodborne illnesses.
  • Monitored food quality and service levels to maximize kitchen and dining area performance.

Correctional Food Service Supervisor 1

Pinckneyville Correctional Center
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and sanitized per established standards.
  • Reduced food waste by implementing proper inventory tracking and storage practices.
  • Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation, and quality.
  • Maintained health and food safety standards at all stages, from storage through delivery.
  • Closely monitored food safety procedures ensuring consistent adherence to HACCP guidelines, preventing foodborne illnesses.
  • Monitored food quality and service levels to maximize kitchen and dining area performance.

Correctional Officer

Pinckneyville Correctional Center
03.2021 - 08.2022
  • Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
  • Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.

Correctional Officer

Menard Correctional Center
11.2018 - 02.2021
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
  • Conducted efficient inmate transfers, adhering to strict security protocols while maintaining order and control throughout the process.
  • Monitored visitation sessions to ensure compliance with established guidelines and maintain facility security.
  • Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
  • Enhanced facility safety by conducting regular and thorough cell inspections.
  • Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
  • Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
  • Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
  • Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
  • Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.

Store Manager

Coleman Lawn Equipment
07.2017 - 11.2018
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
  • Collaborated with other managers to develop company-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall performance across all locations.
  • Conducted market research to better understand local consumer base, tailoring store offerings to meet their needs.
  • Reduced employee turnover by creating supportive work environment and recognizing outstanding performance.
  • Managed inventory levels to minimize waste and ensure product availability, supporting customer satisfaction and sales efficiency.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.

General Laborer

Alstat Wood Products
12.2016 - 07.2017
  • Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
  • Adapted quickly to new tasks or changes in project scope, demonstrating flexibility in skillset and problem-solving abilities.
  • Efficiently loaded and unloaded trucks with necessary materials for each project phase while adhering to proper lifting techniques.

Cable Installation Technician

Next Generation Management INC
07.2016 - 08.2016
  • Streamlined workflow processes for faster installations by carefully organizing tools, materials, and equipment prior to each job.
  • Connected components to exterior cable systems and tested connections for adequate power and functional links.
  • Reduced service call-backs by accurately diagnosing and resolving cable-related issues during initial visits.
  • Installed data and telephone cable lines between outside underground or pole lines and residential and commercial buildings.

Warehouse Forklift Operator

GAF Park
05.2016 - 06.2016
  • Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
  • Reduced product damage by performing routine forklift maintenance and safety checks.
  • Safeguarded quality of products stored in the warehouse by ensuring proper stacking techniques and adherence to weight restrictions while operating a forklift.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.

Deli Clerk

Fresh Market Food
03.2016 - 03.2016
  • Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
  • Precisely measured, weighed, sliced, and packaged deli products according to customer requests while minimizing waste.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to food safety guidelines and promptly addressing any hazards.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.

Education

GED -

John A Logan College
Du Quoin, IL
12-2016

Skills

  • Staff supervision
  • Kitchen staff coordination
  • Staff leadership
  • Food preparation
  • Schedule management
  • Ordering supplies
  • Food safety compliance
  • Inventory management
  • Food storage
  • Sales leadership
  • Sales planning
  • Purchasing
  • Inventory control
  • Cash handling
  • Opening and closing procedures

Certification

Food Managers Certification

Timeline

Correctional Food Service Supervisor 2

Pinckneyville Correctional Center
08.2023 - Current

Correctional Food Service Supervisor 1

Pinckneyville Correctional Center
08.2022 - 08.2023

Correctional Officer

Pinckneyville Correctional Center
03.2021 - 08.2022

Correctional Officer

Menard Correctional Center
11.2018 - 02.2021

Store Manager

Coleman Lawn Equipment
07.2017 - 11.2018

General Laborer

Alstat Wood Products
12.2016 - 07.2017

Cable Installation Technician

Next Generation Management INC
07.2016 - 08.2016

Warehouse Forklift Operator

GAF Park
05.2016 - 06.2016

Deli Clerk

Fresh Market Food
03.2016 - 03.2016

GED -

John A Logan College
Cody Conner