Dante Blankenship
Lakeland,FL
Summary
- I got a Award for my consistent accuracy and speed in the work environment
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Landscape Groundskeeper
A-1 Landscaping & Maintenance
Lakeland, FL
02.2025 - Current
- Operated various landscaping equipment safely and efficiently, including mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and chainsaws.
- Enhanced landscape aesthetics by regularly mowing lawns, trimming bushes, and planting flowers.
- Completed seasonal tasks such as mulching flower beds or leaf removal ensuring landscapes looked well-kept yearround.
- Provided excellent customer service leading to repeat business and positive referrals from satisfied clients.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Coordinated with other landscaping professionals to improve outdoor areas.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
- Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Have no problem being on my feet all day and being proactive.
Line Cook
Jefferson’s Bar and Grill
Scottsboro, AL
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Strengthened team communication through active listening and constructive feedback during shift meetings or one-on-one sessions.
Education
Skyline Holiness Christian School
Scottsboro, AL2024
Skills
- I can very fast to adapt to new techniques and am a fast learner
- I am 18 and physically active and have no problem picking up my feet / staying productive
Timeline
Landscape Groundskeeper
A-1 Landscaping & Maintenance
02.2025 - Current
Line Cook
Jefferson’s Bar and Grill
01.2025 - 05.2025
Skyline Holiness Christian School