Tamara Mayes, Senior Executive Assistant
Los Angeles, 90047, US, +1-323-***-****, *********@*****.*** SUMMARY Detail-oriented and proactive Senior Executive Assistant with over 10 years of experience in the culinary industry. Expertise in managing high-pressure environments, overseeing daily operations, and coordinating staff to deliver exceptional service. Proven track record of enhancing culinary experiences while maintaining cost efficiency, contributing to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business. Equipped to streamline administrative processes and enhance executive productivity in fast-paced settings, ready to bring valuable organizational skills to prospective employers. WORK EXPERIENCE
01/2018 – Present Executive Assistant/Office Manager, Children Youth and Family Collaborative
Provided comprehensive administrative assistance to the CEO and executive team, focusing on calendar management, meeting coordination, and report preparation.
Ensured streamlined daily office operations for a workforce of 50+ employees, fostering an organized and efficient work environment. Led HR processes such as recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and benefits administration, while also managing personnel records. Facilitated IT support services coordination, vendor interactions, and oversight of software and hardware inventory.
Executed complex travel arrangements for both executives and staff, including international and multi-city trips.
Managed budgets for office operations, offsite locations, staff essentials, and additional administrative functions related to fiscal and program needs. 05/2008 – 12/2017 Senior Executive Assistant, Benson and Harris Construction
Moreno Valley, CA
Provided high-level administrative support to the COO and CFO, which included preparing financial reports, organizing board meetings, and managing communications.
Conducted HR assignments, including employee scheduling, coordinating training sessions, and maintaining personnel records. Directed IT projects that involved software upgrades and system implementations, successfully reducing downtime by 15%. Managed logistics and budgets for extensive domestic and international travel for executive teams.
Streamlined office operations, resulting in a 25% reduction in administrative costs.
03/2003 – 05/2008 Executive Assistant/IT Coordinator, Sunrise Living Center Los Angeles, Ca Assisted the CTO with executive support by managing calendars, meetings, and overall communications.
Functioned as the key liaison between IT and executives, ensuring effective technology operations and timely resolution of technical challenges.
Facilitated HR activities, such as job postings, interview scheduling, and onboarding processes for newcomers.
Organized travel arrangements for conferences, client meetings, and team-building events.
Created and sustained office-wide IT protocols to bolster system security and streamline operations.
EDUCATION
06/1985 – 08/1987 Platt College
A.A., Graphic Design
Eagle Rock, Ca
SKILLS Typing 60wpm Payroll
Inventory management Profit & Loss
Product Ordering Invoice Processing
Software: YellowDog Software: Jonas
Software: Microsoft Office Package Software: Banner Software: Oracle Software: QuickBooks Pro
Software: Quicken Software: Yardi
Ability to stand/walk for long periods
LANGUAGES english (Native)