Robert D. Batton
Yamba
Summary
Experienced Server, Retailer & Laborer with over 21 years of successful experience in the service industry, retail & various labor industries. Multitasks and works effectively in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Recognized consistently for performance excellence and contributions to success in all fields.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscaper, Labourer
North Coast Turf
Gulmarrad, NSW
03.2021 - 07.2024
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
- Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
- Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools & machines functional for jobs/projects
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Maintained organized and clean work areas at all times on job sites.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Identified and reported hazards on job sites to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Dug trenches, ditches and holes to allow for utility, water and sewer installation and proper foundation for structures.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
Waiter, Bartender & Sommelier Trainee
Asti D'Italia
07.2014 - 01.2021
- Consistently provided professional, friendly and engaging service.
- Routinely supported other areas of the restaurant as requested, including answering telephones and completing financial transactions for other staff.
- Demonstrated genuine hospitality while greeting and establishing rapport with guests.
- Guided guests through menus while demonstrating thorough knowledge of the food, beverages and ingredients.
- Inventoried and restocked items throughout day.
- Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages promptly and courteously.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage service.
- Maintained full knowledge of beverage lists and promotions.
- Applied six year knowledge of Italian & West Coast wines for optimized sales
Order Selector
Americold Logistics
12.2017 - 02.2018
- Moved boxes and organized aisles to open up floor space and enable forklift operators to move freely through warehouse.
- Operated warehouse equipment and reported instances of safety code violations to management to reduce risk of accidents.
- Coordinated efficient organization, palletizing and transportation of completed packages.
- Noted unsafe components inside packages and discussed concerns with supervisors.
- Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
- Prepared orders accurately by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packing boxes, and prepared shipments.
Floor Associate
Big 5 Sporting Goods
11.2016 - 01.2018
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise and suggested suitable options.
- Coordinated efficient restocking of sales floor with current merchandise and accurate signage for current promotions.
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts and printed receipts to ring up customers.
- Supported loss prevention goals by maintaining accurate drawers and monitoring shopper behavior.
- Displayed merchandise by arranging in appealing and orderly way to boost sales.
- Implemented up-selling strategies, encompassing recommendation of accessories and complementary purchases.
- Collaborated with clients to maintain relationships and provide customers with thorough support and guidance.
- Processed product returns and assisted customers with other selections.
- Answered customer questions regarding sizing and accessories and explained how to properly care for merchandise.
Education
Associate of Science - Cyber Security
Front Range Community College
Westminster, CO2018
High School Diploma - undefined
Quest Accademy
Broomfield, CO2008
Skills
- Excellent communicator
- Committed team player
- Quick problem solver
- Highly proficient at multi-tasking
- Dedicated & dependable
- Exemplary customer service
- Organized and efficient
- Adaptability
- Critical thinking
- Order picking and processing
- Warehouse environment safety
- Loading and unloading
- Lifting and sorting
- Flexible & Adaptable
Timeline
Landscaper, Labourer
North Coast Turf
03.2021 - 07.2024
Order Selector
Americold Logistics
12.2017 - 02.2018
Floor Associate
Big 5 Sporting Goods
11.2016 - 01.2018
Waiter, Bartender & Sommelier Trainee
Asti D'Italia
07.2014 - 01.2021
Associate of Science - Cyber Security
Front Range Community College
High School Diploma - undefined
Quest Accademy