Blace Grinder
Show Low,AZ
Summary
Dynamic Cleaning Captain at Taco Bell with a proven track record in enhancing customer satisfaction through effective sanitation practices. Skilled in training and mentoring staff while demonstrating strong organizational skills. Achieved significant improvements in workflow efficiency, ensuring a clean and welcoming environment for guests. Committed to reliability and excellence in service delivery.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cleaning Captain
Taco Bell
Show Low, AZ
03.2026 - Current
- Supervised cleaning staff to ensure adherence to hygiene standards and operational protocols.
- Developed efficient cleaning schedules to optimize workflow and reduce downtime during peak hours.
- Trained new team members on safety practices and proper use of cleaning equipment.
- Conducted routine inspections to maintain cleanliness and identify areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategies for enhancing overall customer satisfaction through cleanliness.
Crew Member
Taco Bell
Kalispell, MT
11.2025 - 03.2026
- Provided exceptional customer service in fast-paced environment.
- Operated kitchen equipment and adhered to food safety standards.
- Assisted with training new crew members on operational procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining and kitchen areas.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient order fulfillment.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities and peak business periods.
- Contributed to inventory management through stock rotation practices.
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
Irrigation Specialist
Big Sky Sprinklers
Libby, MT
04.2024 - 07.2025
- Installed and maintained irrigation systems to optimize water efficiency.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify system malfunctions and propose solutions.
- Collaborated with team members to implement new irrigation technologies and practices.
- Assisted in designing customized irrigation plans tailored to client needs.
- Trained junior staff on proper equipment use and safety protocols.
- Led projects focusing on sustainable water usage practices across multiple sites.
- Maintained client satisfaction by providing timely and professional maintenance services for existing irrigation systems.
- Strengthened client relationships through regular communication updates on project progress and scheduling changes when necessary.
- Educated clients on proper irrigation system usage techniques to maximize effectiveness while minimizing water consumption costs.
- Completed projects within budget constraints due to careful planning, resource allocation, and adherence to predetermined timelines.
- Enhanced plant health and growth for customers by optimizing water distribution patterns in their landscape.
- Supported team members with technical expertise on various aspects of irrigation design, installation, and maintenance processes.
Stocker
Conoco Gas Station
Libby, MT
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Restocked shelves efficiently to ensure product availability and visibility.
- Organized inventory using established guidelines to maintain store standards.
- Assisted in managing stock levels through regular inventory checks and reporting discrepancies.
- Operated equipment safely for product handling and transportation within the store.
- Monitored expiration dates on products, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas, enhancing overall customer experience.
- Adapted quickly to changing inventory demands during peak hours, ensuring timely replenishment.
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Maintained effective team member communication.
- Contributed to store cleanliness, ensuring aisles were free from clutter and hazards for shopper safety.
- Reduced out-of-stock situations with regular monitoring of product levels on sales floor.
- Assisted in conducting accurate physical inventory counts, resulting in improved stock management.
- Completed end-of-day tasks such as returning misplaced items to their correct locations, contributing to an organized sales floor for the next day''s business.
- Maintained strong communication with supervisors regarding stock levels, upcoming promotions, and potential display changes.
- Assisted customers with special requests, enhancing their shopping experience at the store.
Education
No Degree -
Libby High School
Libby, MTNo Degree - Electrician Course And GED Course
Northland Pioneer College
Show Low, AZ04.2026
Skills
Organizational growth
Reliability and punctuality
Energy and stamina
Basic computer literacy
Stress tolerance
Task delegation
Expertise in cleaning
Customer service
Workload prioritization
Training and mentoring
Staff training and development
Task assignment
Team building
Sanitation standards
Quality improvements
Customer relationship management
Guest relations
Inventory control
Performance improvements
Performance evaluation
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking Abilities
Reliability
Excellent communication
Customer satisfaction
Organizational skills
Team leadership
Team collaboration
Active listening
Effective communication
Adaptability and flexibility
Decision-making
Relationship building
Timeline
Cleaning Captain
Taco Bell
03.2026 - Current
Crew Member
Taco Bell
11.2025 - 03.2026
Irrigation Specialist
Big Sky Sprinklers
04.2024 - 07.2025
Stocker
Conoco Gas Station
02.2023 - 04.2024
No Degree -
Libby High School
No Degree - Electrician Course And GED Course
Northland Pioneer College