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PROFESSIONAL DOG GROOMER
Summary

Hardworking General Laborer with a dependable and reliable nature. Motivated to get along well with others and exceed expectations.

Skills
  • Safety behaviors expertise
  • Standard operating procedures understanding
  • Forklift driving
  • Record keeping abilities
  • Consistent work history
  • Direct labor crew training
  • Strong communication skills
  • Deadline driven
  • Team player
  • Strong work ethic
  • Hiring and staffing
  • Dependable independent worker
  • Organizational strengths
  • Timely project completion
  • Safety understanding
  • Customer service skills
  • Customer service experience
  • Friendly and hardworking
  • High school diploma
  • Excellent driving record
  • Good at following instructions
  • Establishing goals and setting priorities
  • Detail-oriented
Experience
Professional Dog Groomer11/2015 to CurrentCompany NameCity, State
  • Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
  • Pitched in with laundry duties, including washing, drying and folding towels during busy periods, ensuring consistent workflow.
  • Walked animals outside for potty breaks 8 times per shift to avoid accidents in play areas and on bedding.
  • Adhered to all pet care plans, medication requirements and dietary restrictions while providing care.
  • Treated basic wellness issues such as superficial wounds and called in veterinarian assistance for more complex concerns.
  • Met with pet owners, explained lodging, grooming and daily care services and cross-sold specialty products like bows, ribbons, pet toys and treats.
  • Consulted with clients about desired cuts and styles for individual animals.
  • Calculated payments by keeping accurate daily log of time spent with dogs, detailing activities and services provided.
  • Removed animal waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas, placing in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
  • Washed, groomed and trimmed each animal to enhance coat health.
  • Refilled shampoo bottles, sanitized clippers, combs and brushes and placed clean towels at each station following shift completion.
  • Prepared food and formulas to meet individual needs of animals under care with safe and nutritious meals.
  • Bathed, dried and groomed over 10 animals each day.
  • Supported animal health by keeping all areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
  • Brushed coat, cut nails and cleaned ears to promote animal health and wellness.
Restaurant Manager05/2019 to 11/2019Company NameCity, State
  • Identified, investigated and corrected operational issues such as inventory waste or theft to keep business operating at optimal levels.
  • Trained workers in every position, including food preparation, money handling and cleaning roles.
  • Monitored business levels and realigned team positions to provide optimal coverage for customer demands.
  • Initiated negotiations regarding vendor contracts and kept updated records of contracts.
  • Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage, and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
  • Communicated well and used strong interpersonal skills to establish positive relationships with guests and employees.
  • Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll.
  • Maintained cleanliness and sanitation across all food service, storage, and preparation stations.
  • Regularly updated computer systems with new pricing and daily food specials.
  • Prepared weekly payroll to keep up with projected weekly revenue.
  • Coached team members on food safety and sanitation processes, customer service, menu education and up-selling techniques to drive revenue.
Warehouse Associate08/2001 to 11/2015Company NameCity, State
  • Inspected and moved products to designated areas in warehouse.
  • Unloaded freight using pallet jacks to transport heavy items to locations in warehouse.
  • Staged products between receiving, storage and shipping areas to accurately transfer items.
  • Maintained accurate and current order and shipment forms, inventory documentation and customer records.
  • Inventoried items with daily cycle counts and monthly audits, investigating discrepancies to keep data accurate.
  • Operated forklifts and other transportation vehicles to move merchandise to and from target destinations.
  • Counted and stocked merchandise as specified by inventory control log.
  • Received, stored, and shipped goods and materials.
  • Rotated goods in inventory by following “first in, first out” approach to keep shelves organized and well-stocked.
  • Exceeded specific team goal by partnering with staff to share and implement best practices.
  • Monitored work areas for cleanliness and obstacles, moving cartons and boxes to keep all aisles free of clutter for ease of movement.
  • Unloaded incoming products off trucks, moved boxes to staging area, sorted items and transported to final storage locations.
Education and Training
Some College (No Degree)Medina Dog GroomingCity
Some College (No Degree): Practical NursingBrown Mackie CollegeCity
Servsafe Food Safety Training Level Two Manager: Food IndustryThe Ohio State University City
Certifications
  • SafeServ Certified: Level two- Manager
  • Dog Groomer
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Medina Dog Grooming
  • Brown Mackie College
  • The Ohio State University

Job Titles Held:

  • Professional Dog Groomer
  • Restaurant Manager
  • Warehouse Associate

Degrees

  • Some College (No Degree)
    Some College (No Degree) : Practical Nursing
    Servsafe Food Safety Training Level Two Manager : Food Industry

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