Ethan Taylor
Matteson,IL
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Aware Security
Peoria, IL
06.2024 - Current
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Investigated all reported incidents of theft or vandalism on premises.
- Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required.
- Confirmed visitor identification prior to granting entry into the building.
- Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities.
- Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
- Assisted with crowd control during large events held at the facility.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
Security Officer
Clark International Logistics
Winnetka, IL
06.2024 - Current
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Investigated all reported incidents of theft or vandalism on premises.
- Enforced access control measures in accordance with established procedures.
- Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required.
- Confirmed visitor identification prior to granting entry into the building.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of security policies and procedures.
- Participated in training sessions to stay up-to-date on current security trends and best practices.
- Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
- Prepared detailed reports regarding daily activities, unusual occurrences, maintenance issues.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Checked footage and live feeds from surveillance cameras for trespassers and criminal activity.
Manager/Cook
Hooters
Naperville, IL
02.2018 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Created monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
- Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.
Cook Shift Leader
McDonald's
Frankfort, IL
02.2018 - 01.2020
- Ensured kitchen staff followed health and safety regulations.
- Monitored food preparation to ensure quality standards were met.
- Trained new cooks on proper food handling techniques.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu items, ingredients, and recipes.
Laborer
adeck roofing
Tinley Park, IL
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Loaded roofing materials onto the truck and unloaded them at the job site.
- Assisted in preparing and laying down felt paper, shingles, and other roofing material to construct roofs.
- Installed flashing around chimneys, vents, and skylights according to specifications.
- Measured, cut and installed metal edging along eaves of roofs.
- Sealed seams with asphalt-saturated felt strips or cement mastic for protection against moisture.
- Repaired existing roofs by replacing damaged or worn shingles, shakes or tiles.
Cook
Checkers Restaurant
Joilet, IL
01.2016 - 06.2017
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
Cook
TacoBell
Shorewood, IL
02.2013 - 06.2016
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
Education
High School Diploma -
Plainfield Central Highschool
Plainfield, IL05-2015
Skills
- Alarm monitoring
- General security
- Surveillance
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Electronic surveillance
- Crime Prevention
- Security systems knowledge
- Staff Management
- Team Management
- Adaptable
- Food safety knowledge
- Food Prep
- Food safety understanding
- Customer Service
- Food Safety
- Safe Food Handling
- Critical Thinking
- Team building
- Knife Skills
- Reliability
reference
- Tim Geroulis-wauconda police officer (phone number 708-990-8261) (email-tgeroulis@waucondapolice.com)
- John Denius- police officer (phone number 630-701-8766)
- Brian Demeter-sheriff (phone number 630-708-5363) (email-demeter180@gmail.com)
- Alex Rojas-police officer (phone number 630-360-5148)
Timeline
Security Officer
Aware Security
06.2024 - Current
Security Officer
Clark International Logistics
06.2024 - Current
Manager/Cook
Hooters
02.2018 - Current
Cook Shift Leader
McDonald's
02.2018 - 01.2020
Laborer
adeck roofing
02.2017 - 02.2018
Cook
Checkers Restaurant
01.2016 - 06.2017
Cook
TacoBell
02.2013 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
Plainfield Central Highschool