Garrett Haney
Queen Creek,AZ
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong foundation in customer service and team leadership. Skilled in training staff, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing communication. Committed to fostering teamwork and delivering exceptional service.
Energetic and organized with knack for leadership and problem-solving. Well-versed in strategic planning and operational efficiency, along with strong analytical and communication skills. Committed to driving team success and achieving organizational goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Your Pie Pizza Handler
Pecan Lake Entertainment
Queen Creek, AZ
07.2025 - Current
- Oversaw daily workflows to ensure efficient handling of materials and equipment.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and safety protocols to enhance team performance.
- Implemented process improvements that increased productivity during event setups and breakdowns.
- Coordinated logistics for equipment transport, ensuring timely arrivals for scheduled events.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Prepared and baked pizzas using commercial ovens, ensuring consistent quality and taste.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking ingredients for optimal stock levels.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline pizza assembly processes, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Implemented best practices for cleanliness and sanitation in food preparation areas.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures to maintain product consistency and safety standards.
- Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
Surf Instructor
Pecan Lake Entertainment
Queen Creek, AZ
06.2025 - Current
- Instructed students in surf techniques, ensuring safety and skill progression.
- Developed customized lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and skill levels.
- Conducted group sessions, promoting teamwork and communication among participants during lessons.
- Assisted in organizing community surf events, enhancing brand visibility and engagement with local surfers.
- Maintained surf equipment, ensuring readiness and safety standards were met consistently.
- Enforced strict policies for safety in and out of water.
Go Kart Manager
Pecan Lake Entertainment
Queen Creek, AZ
02.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented promotional strategies to enhance audience engagement
- Managed team schedules and coordinated events to ensure smooth operations
- Analyzed customer feedback to drive improvements in service quality
- Trained staff on best practices for guest relations and event execution
- Collaborated with marketing teams to create targeted advertising campaigns
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring timely procurement of supplies
- Evaluated vendor contracts to optimize service delivery and reduce costs
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project goals, fostering collaboration and innovation.
- Managed and evaluated operational processes and procedures to offer retail lending products and services.
- Sold products and services in retail store, kiosks and event environments.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by providing tailored retail solutions and personalized assistance.
- Mentored junior employees by sharing knowledge about best practices in retail management.
Apprentice Jeweler
Haney Family Jewelers
Gilbert, AZ
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Crafted custom jewelry designs using CAD software to meet client specifications.
- Performed precision stone setting and polishing techniques to enhance product quality.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring accurate tracking of materials and finished products.
- Collaborated with senior jewelers on complex repairs and restorations, improving craftsmanship skills.
- Conducted quality control checks on finished pieces to maintain high standards of excellence.
- Educated customers on jewelry care, fostering trust and enhancing customer service experience.
- Exceeded customer expectations with precise resizing services that maintained the original integrity of each piece.
Education
High School Diploma -
Basha High School
Chandler, AZ05-2025
Skills
- Workplace safety
- Task delegation
- Equipment maintenance
- Human resources management
- Customer service
- Creative problem solving
- Positive reinforcement methods
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Verbal and written communication
- Staff training and development
- Staff management
- Documentation and reporting
Accomplishments
- Achieved multiple state placers through effectively helping with being the team captain that trained and mentored the qualifiers.
- Supervised team of 30 staff members.
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Life Guard Certified
- Food Handlers Certified
Timeline
Your Pie Pizza Handler
Pecan Lake Entertainment
07.2025 - Current
Surf Instructor
Pecan Lake Entertainment
06.2025 - Current
Go Kart Manager
Pecan Lake Entertainment
02.2025 - Current
Apprentice Jeweler
Haney Family Jewelers
09.2024 - 02.2025
High School Diploma -
Basha High School
All time Arizona State placement of 4th
Earned 4th place at All Arizona State Wrestling Championship; maintained a 4.0 GPA while balancing rigorous academic and athletic commitments; selected as the team captain, I demonstrated leadership, discipline and the ability to motivate teammates to also place at state.