Christopher Mandrelle
Porterville,CA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Skills
- Food Handler's Certified
- Cook
- Pet shop experience
- Warehouse experience
- Order picking
- Heavy lifting
- Shipping & receiving
- Carpet installation
- Person In Charge trained
- Equipment handling
- Customer service
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Pet Bather
Pet Envy
Tulare
05.2025 - Current
- Bathed and groomed pets using high-quality shampoos and conditioners.
- Maintained cleanliness of bathing area and tools after each session.
- Assisted pet owners with questions about grooming services and products.
- Monitored pets during bathing to ensure safety and comfort.
- Organized pet grooming supplies for efficient workflow and access.
- Bathed pets using appropriate shampoo solutions depending on the animal's coat type and condition of skin.
- Ensured proper handling of all equipment used in the bathing process including clippers, scissors, brushes, combs.
- Observed signs of stress or discomfort in animals during grooming session and took corrective action immediately.
- Utilized safe lifting techniques when transferring pets from cages into tubs or onto tables.
- Recommended additional services such as de-matting or conditioning treatments when necessary.
- Provided personalized care for each pet based on breed-specific needs.
- Checked animals for fleas or ticks before bathing process began.
- Dried animals thoroughly after bathing using towels and blow dryers set at appropriate temperatures.
- Mixed shampoos according to prescribed formulas for specific breeds or skin types.
- Maintained the cleanliness of bathing areas by sanitizing tubs and floors after each bath.
- Cleaned and sanitized equipment and surfaces to protect animal and staff health.
- Played with dogs and cats to maintain socialization and reduce stress.
- Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
Cook
Denny's
Porterville
05.2023 - 06.2025
- Prepared and cooked meals according to established recipes and Denny's standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workspace.
- Assisted in inventory management by restocking supplies as needed.
- Monitored food safety procedures to comply with health regulations.
- Trained new staff on kitchen processes and safety protocols.
- Operated kitchen equipment including grills, fryers, and ovens efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
Order Picker
Visalia Online Auction
Visalia
02.2023 - 03.2023
- I would get orders ready for customer who won an auction and I would have to locate items and get it ready for the customer then bring it out to the customer when they arrived.
- I only worked for a month due to it being a temp job till the regular employee returned.
Team Member
Little Caesars
Porterville
06.2006 - 10.2013
- I stocked the store every Tuesday and Thursday morning before opening.
- Restocked inventory supplies to ensure availability during peak hours.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals.
- Monitored food safety practices to adhere to health regulations.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and customer service protocols.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area throughout shift.
- Prepared and cooked pizzas following company recipes and quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and dining areas throughout shifts.
- Assisted customers with orders, providing friendly and efficient service.
- Operated cash register, handling transactions accurately and efficiently.
Stocker
Toys 'R' Us
Reno
06.2004 - 06.2006
- I stocked the store before they opened and setup displays for the store.
- I supervised 5 other employees and trained them on how to properly stock the store and setup displays.
Carpet Installer
Kevin's carpet
Porterville
03.2000 - 01.2004
- I worked for a family members business.
- Installed carpets in residential and commercial spaces for diverse clients.
- Measured and cut carpet materials to ensure precise fit.
- Operated tools like carpet stretchers and adhesive applicators effectively.
- Maintained a clean work environment to uphold safety standards.
- Utilized hand tools such as knives, scissors, irons and seam rollers to install carpets properly.
- Worked with other installers on larger projects requiring multiple people.
- Trimmed excess materials after installation was complete.
- Moved furniture as needed for installation purposes.
Education
11th Grade Education -
Porterville High School
Porterville, CAPersonal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Pet Bather
Pet Envy
05.2025 - Current
Cook
Denny's
05.2023 - 06.2025
Order Picker
Visalia Online Auction
02.2023 - 03.2023
Team Member
Little Caesars
06.2006 - 10.2013
Stocker
Toys 'R' Us
06.2004 - 06.2006
Carpet Installer
Kevin's carpet
03.2000 - 01.2004
11th Grade Education -
Porterville High School