Austin Bennett
Self-employeed
Mikado,MI
11
years of professional experience
Dynamic professional with a strong background in animal welfare and customer relations, demonstrated through successful dog breeding and food truck operations. Proven leadership and attention to detail led to efficient workflows and enhanced customer engagement at X Fusion. Committed to excellence in care and service, ensuring high standards and satisfaction.
Work History
Dog Breeder
3 Years 5 Months- Managed breeding schedules and paired dogs based on health, temperament, and pedigree standards.
- Monitored pregnancies, whelping, and newborn puppy care to support healthy litter development.
- Maintained kennel cleanliness, sanitation, and safe housing conditions for dogs and puppies.
- Administered feedings, water, grooming, and daily care routines for breeding stock.
Food Truck Operator
1 Year 8 Months- Prepared menu items following food safety standards and portion guidelines.
- Operated cooking equipment, POS system, and mobile service workflow efficiently.
- Managed daily inventory, restocked supplies, and organized storage for service readiness.
- Set up and broke down truck service area for scheduled routes and events.
Sales Associate
1 Year 2 Months- Assisted customers with product selection, recommendations, and purchase decisions
- Processed POS transactions, returns, and exchanges accurately and efficiently
- Maintained organized sales floor displays to support product visibility
- Communicated product features and promotions to improve customer engagement
Truck Unloader
1 Year 1 Month- Unloaded inbound trailers and sorted merchandise for accurate backroom distribution.
- Scanned cartons using handheld devices to verify shipment contents and inventory placement.
- Separated damaged freight and reported discrepancies to maintain stock accuracy.
- Staged pallets and organized overflow merchandise for efficient replenishment workflows.
Dishwasher
1 Year- Scrubbed dishes, utensils, and cookware to maintain sanitary kitchen standards.
- Organized clean dishware and cooking equipment for quick access during service.
- Loaded and unloaded commercial dishwasher to support efficient cleanup workflows.
- Refilled soap, sanitizer, and supplies to keep cleaning stations stocked.
Education
Barber - Barber
GED
Skills
Animal welfare
Leadership qualities
Pedigree analysis
Customer relations
Dog training
Teamwork
Time management
Attention to detail
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Animal care
Reliability
Excellent communication
Goal setting
Professionalism
Record keeping
Time management abilities
Volunteer work
• 4h coach
• classroom volunteer at nemsca
• vacation bible school teacher
Timeline
Dog Breeder
Self-employeed
05.2023 - CurrentRead More
Food Truck Operator
Self-employeed
08.2021 - 04.2023Read More
Sales Associate
X Fusion
08.2019 - 10.2020Read More
Truck Unloader
Target
08.2016 - 09.2017Read More
Dishwasher
Sonnys Real Pit BBQ
09.2015 - 09.2016Read More
Marion Technical
Barber from Barber
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BELLEVIEW High
GED
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