Clayton Barnes
Edwardsville,IL
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at The Edge, enhancing guest services and operational efficiency. Skilled in quick decision-making and public safety, I excel in high-pressure environments, ensuring seamless event execution and facility maintenance. Demonstrated innovation in improving guest experience and safety protocols, contributing significantly to workplace excellence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Marshal
The Edge
Belleville, IL
11.2024 - Current
- Welcomed, greeted and interacted with members and guests and verified proper equipment operation.
- Inspected equipment to detect wear and tear and noted parts needing immediate repair.
- Maintained cleanliness of the facility by sweeping floors, wiping down counters, restocking supplies, and removing trash.
- Provided physical assistance to visitors getting onto and off of rides.
- Adhered strictly to company policies regarding safety protocols; reported any violations immediately to management staff.
- Educated patrons on facilities, entertainment options and rules and regulations.
- Organized special events including birthday parties; coordinated activities such as races or tournaments; set up food tables when necessary.
- Enforced age and height restrictions for ride access, ensuring compliance with regulations.
Food Runner/Barback/Table Busser
Paradise Tropical Restaurant and Bar
Sunrise Beach, MO
05.2024 - 07.2025
- Managed multiple food orders simultaneously, prioritizing based on cooking time and customer needs.
- Ensured that all orders were correct before leaving the kitchen area.
- Organized food orders and ensured accuracy of items served to customers.
- Provided efficient support to bartenders, ensuring smooth operation during peak hours.
- Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.
- Assisted with opening and closing procedures, including cleaning and restocking.
- Restocked ice and prepared garnishes for drinks.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area, including counters and sinks.
Baseball Umpire
IHSA
Bloomington, IL
04.2019 - 06.2024
- Explained rules, regulations and league guidelines to players and coaches.
- Ensured that all players, coaches, and spectators followed the rules of the game.
- Inspected equipment prior to games to ensure safety standards were met.
- Resolved claims of rule infractions or complaints by participants, assessing any necessary penalties.
- Called balls and strikes accurately based on a pitcher's delivery.
- Maintained professional composure and calm demeanor when making tough calls and handling challenging situations.
- Assisted in resolving disputes between players or coaches regarding calls made by other umpires.
- Acted as a mediator between opposing teams if arguments broke out between players or coaches.
- Maintained knowledge of baseball rules and regulations in order to enforce them correctly.
- Managed time efficiently by keeping games on schedule while still allowing for breaks between innings.
- Kept track of outs, innings, and score during the game.
- Checked field conditions before games to make sure it was safe for play.
Maintenance
Bloomington Country Fairgrounds
Bloomington , IL
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Followed instructions regarding duties and assignments for facility and machinery maintenance.
- Performed general clean-up duties throughout the duration of the festival including trash removal and restroom maintenance.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Performed janitorial, sweeping, mopping, trash removal and cleaning duties.
- Applied mulch and burlap coverings to bushes and trees for winter.
- Monitored landscaping operations for compliance with company policies and procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Olympia High School
Stanford, IL05-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Pre Dental
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Edwardsville, ILSkills
- Innovation skills
- Operational efficiency
- Public safety
- Bar organization
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Skid steer proficiency
- Quick decision making
- Time management
- Safety awareness
- Guest services
Affiliations
- I played baseball, basketball, and golf from middle school through the end of high school
- Since I'm older, I now golf, snowboard, and lift at the gym
- Graduated high school with a 3.35 GPA
- I made the Dean's List for a GPA of 3.5 and higher my freshman year of college
Timeline
Field Marshal
The Edge
11.2024 - Current
Food Runner/Barback/Table Busser
Paradise Tropical Restaurant and Bar
05.2024 - 07.2025
Maintenance
Bloomington Country Fairgrounds
05.2023 - 07.2023
Baseball Umpire
IHSA
04.2019 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
Olympia High School
Some College (No Degree) - Pre Dental
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville