Gavin Hockensmith
Louisville,KY
Summary
Highly motivated and eager prospective college student seeking an employment opportunity. Adept at working under high-pressure situations and performing precise tasks, with a strong ability to efficiently complete difficult tasks. Demonstrated adaptability and dependability in accomplishing designated work. Excited to bring these qualities to the table and make a valuable contribution to your team.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Assistant
University of Louisville Campus Housing
08.2025 - Current
- Attended, participated, and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
- Responded to room transfers, incident reports, and maintenance requests.
- Served as an approachable resource for residents seeking advice or assistance with personal or academic issues.
- Mediated conflict resolution with roommates and other residence hall members to promote peace, order and positive relationships.
- Established and enforced residence hall policies and quiet hours to establish safe and respectful living environment.
- Monitored and inspected residence hall rooms to determine safety and manage maintenance issues.
Precollect
The Car Park
10.2024 - 07.2025
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Finishing and Assembly Technician
Carolina Precision Technologies
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Kept work areas organized, tidy, and clean for maximum productivity.
- Worked directly with QA personnel to identify and correct defects.
- Inspected all work for quality and compliance with design standards.
- Executed regular tests and inspection procedures to assemble products according to specifications.
- Performed assembly of products according to specifications and instructions.
- Maintained good stock levels, counted parts, and requested additional supplies.
- Assembled and aligned parts and fixtures using hand and power tools.
- Followed operating procedures to maintain logbooks.
Food Service Worker
Philly's Best Desserts
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
Finishing and Assembly Technician
Carolina Precision Technologies
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Kept work areas organized, tidy, and clean for maximum productivity.
- Worked directly with QA personnel to identify and correct defects.
- Inspected all work for quality and compliance with design standards.
- Executed regular tests and inspection procedures to assemble products according to specifications.
- Performed assembly of products according to specifications and instructions.
- Maintained good stock levels, counted parts, and requested additional supplies.
- Assembled and aligned parts and fixtures using hand and power tools.
- Followed operating procedures to maintain logbooks.
SERVER
Texas Roadhouse
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Prioritized multiple tasks in dynamic environment and stayed calm and composed
- Resolved customer complaints and inquiries in a timely manner
- Attended company and restaurant required trainings and meetings, improving skills
- Assisted with training of new staff members
- Liaised with restaurant manager in ordering and stocking inventory and supplies, facilitating front-of-house operations
- Maintained knowledge of safety and emergency procedures, remaining aware of accident prevention policies
- Cleaned and sanitized hands and surfaces to optimize food safety and comply with health department regulations
- Delivered customer checks and securely processed credit card or cash payments
- Processed payments and completed register transactions accurately
- Memorized menu to help diners make informed meal choices
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and dealing with intoxicated guests
DELIVERY DRIVER
Birds Of Paradise Flowers
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Operated computer and software programs and equipment
- Secured items in position on trucks to prevent damage during shipment
- Recorded delivery information on invoice or load lists and completed documentation
- Loaded and unloaded company vehicles by hand or using hand truck or dolly
- Sorted cargo before loading and unloading
SHOP ASSISTANT
Birds Of Paradise Flowers
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Processed merchandise deliveries according to shop delivery schedule
- Cleaned department by sweeping floors, dusting shelving and wiping coolers
- Moved items from back stock onto sales floor
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of back room and damaged product area
- Helped with floor moves, merchandising and display maintenance
FRONT-END ASSOCIATE
Venezia Pizza
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Greeted and informed customers of products, fostering positive store experiences
- Enforced store safety and cleanliness standards, reducing hazards
- Maintained cash accuracy by working with supervisor to correct deficiencies
- Performed sales floor work, such as greeting and assisting customers, stocking shelves and taking inventory
- Opened and closed cash registers, balanced cash drawers and made deposits
SERVER
Venezia Pizza
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Memorized menu to help diners make informed meal choices
- Executed seamless front-of-house tasks, creating unforgettable dining moments resulting in customer loyalty
- Delivered customer checks and securely processed credit card or cash payments
- Cleaned and sanitized hands and surfaces to optimize food safety and comply with health department regulations
- Created and maintained optimal communication chain, reducing guest dissatisfaction
SEASONAL SALES ASSOCIATE
Kohl's
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Introduced promotions and sale opportunities, enticing customers
- Operated cash register and POS to process sales transactions and handle payments
- Cross-trained with other store departments and areas, supporting overall retail operations
- Performed cleaning tasks, keeping store neat and organized
- Assisted customers with product selection to ensure customer satisfaction
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
University of Louisville
05-2027
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Pennsbury High School
06.2022
Skills
- Residential support
- Student leadership
- Safety monitoring
- Resolution-oriented
- Data confidentiality
- Program development
- Diversity and inclusion
- Documentation and reporting
- Hospitality and Accommodation
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Exceptional Time Management
- Conscientious and Detail-Oriented
Timeline
Resident Assistant
University of Louisville Campus Housing
08.2025 - Current
Precollect
The Car Park
10.2024 - 07.2025
Finishing and Assembly Technician
Carolina Precision Technologies
04.2024 - 08.2024
Food Service Worker
Philly's Best Desserts
09.2023 - 04.2024
Finishing and Assembly Technician
Carolina Precision Technologies
01.2023 - 08.2023
SERVER
Texas Roadhouse
08.2022 - 01.2023
DELIVERY DRIVER
Birds Of Paradise Flowers
03.2022 - 06.2022
SHOP ASSISTANT
Birds Of Paradise Flowers
03.2022 - 06.2022
FRONT-END ASSOCIATE
Venezia Pizza
10.2021 - 03.2022
SERVER
Venezia Pizza
10.2021 - 03.2022
SEASONAL SALES ASSOCIATE
Kohl's
11.2020 - 01.2021
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Pennsbury High School
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
University of Louisville
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