Christian Morrison
Virginia Beach
Summary
Seasoned Workforce Manager with extensive leadership, strategic planning, and resource management expertise. A military veteran boasting over 20 years of experience in operations management, skilled at boosting productivity, encouraging teamwork, optimizing processes, and making independent decisions grounded in sound judgment to enhance company performance. An adaptable manager with a solid history of coordinating operations across various departments, while engaging stakeholders and developing global teams. A proactive leader and problem-solver committed to reducing costs and increasing organizational efficiency.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Logistics Manager
Security 101
Norfolk
12.2019 - 11.2020
- Managed all storeroom operations and inventory using warehouse management systems to monitor stock levels.
- Supervised and carried out all logistical tasks by preparing documentation, and accurately labeling packages.
- Collaborated with Operations departments and installation team members to ensure timely order fulfillment and product accuracy.
- Implemented new safety protocols and best practices in the warehouse for handling materials, while maintaining the cleanliness and organization of work areas to boost operational efficiency.
- Optimized storage layout to improve productivity and space efficiency.
- Maintained established inventory levels based on sales forecasts and demand to ensure timely order fulfillment.
Executive Chef
Sodexo USA
North Bethesda
09.2018 - 11.2019
- Managed kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, boosting efficiency and reducing waste.
- Mentored junior chefs, encouraging skill development and teamwork within the kitchen staff.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by designing innovative and diverse menus tailored to different dietary needs.
- Created menus, managed food costs, and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety protocols.
- Increased guest satisfaction ratings through designing and executing seasonal menus that reflect culinary trends and customer preferences, consistently delivering excellent service in a high-pressure environment.
Leading Chief Petty Officer
United States Navy
Washington
05.1993 - 09.2017
- Coordinated operations, maintenance, and management of nearly 400 sites, provided culinary support for over 450 staff members, and supervised the daily functions of 2 dining facilities, 320 staterooms, and 50 additional supported spaces for various purposes.
- Planned and coordinated large-scale reception events in three international locations attended by over 2,000 distinguished visitors from 10 different nations.
Senior Food Service Operations Manager
United States Navy
Washington
05.1993 - 09.2017
- Led a $480K renovation project, involving restoring both interior and exterior areas, lowering the facility’s carbon footprint, and upgrading equipment for improved efficiency.
- Prepared monthly financial reports and managed over $1.4 million in inventory with more than 360-line items, tracking usage and reordering needs.
- Maintained the functionality and accountability of over $1 million in kitchen and food service equipment to support staff.
- Managed a team of more than 40 staff members and culinary specialists to deliver Five-Star service to nearly 5,000 staff across seven different sites.
Operations Department Manager
United States Navy
Washington
05.1993 - 09.2017
- Prepared and coordinated security response drills; led the planning and execution of 17 incident response drills, serving as subject matter expert to ensure high-capability response.
- Served as material operations manager, overseeing access to and inventory levels of critical supplies and equipment for operational support.
- Managed operations for two work centers, ensuring 100% completion of all required and requested maintenance; coordinated the preparation and movement of operational support equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05.2026
Skills
- Operations Management
- Team Leadership
- Logistics Planning
- Risk Management
- Resource Management
- Critical Thinking
- Data analysis
- Project management
Certification
- [Job Title], [Company Name], [Timeframe]
- [Area of certification] Training, [Timeframe]
Accomplishments
- Led a $480K renovation of a U.S. Naval dining facility, cutting its carbon footprint and decreasing overall operational costs.
- Implemented on-site storage, reducing off-site man-hours by 50% and saving over $160K in 7 months.
- Certified as a Navy Antiterrorism Training Supervisor, led the command to achieve a perfect qualification score, enabling the ship's deployment overseas.
- Managed operations across nearly 400 sites, supported over 450 staff with culinary services, and supervised two dining facilities, 320 staterooms, and support spaces.
Affiliations
2015 Captain Edward F. Ney Award Nominee – Highest Standard of Excellence for Naval Food Service
U.S. Navy Food Service Five Star Accreditation Award
Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (x6)
National Defense Service Medal
Timeline
Warehouse Logistics Manager
Security 101
12.2019 - 11.2020
Executive Chef
Sodexo USA
09.2018 - 11.2019
Leading Chief Petty Officer
United States Navy
05.1993 - 09.2017
Senior Food Service Operations Manager
United States Navy
05.1993 - 09.2017
Operations Department Manager
United States Navy
05.1993 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Old Dominion University