Hunter Gillenkirk
Tucson,Arizona
Summary
Thoughtful leader and dedicated professional with extensive experience in team management, problem solving, and a proven appetite for ambition. Recognized through perseverance, a proven track record of developing skills to exceed expectations and objectives. Passionate about gaining education and providing substantial contribution to any team.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
Hope Animal Shelter and Sanctuary
Tucson, Arizona
07.2019 - Current
- Manage daily operations of the animal shelter and personnel
- Conduct performance reviews and provide disciplinary actions if necessary
- Organize team meetings to keep staff members up to date with organizational changes
- Respond to emergency situations and provide appropriate first aid for injured or sick animals
- Track company inventories and order new products to replenish equipment levels
- Directed hiring, training, and scheduling of shelter personnel
- Coordinate with managers to support seamless implementation of operational strategies
- Analyze facts and exercise sound judgment in decision making
- Ability to work well in high stress and time sensitive situations
- Create and enforce policies and procedures to support compliance
- Provide employees with guidance in handling difficult problems or in resolving escalated complaints or disputes
- Assess animals for illness or disease; follow procedure for any issues
Animal Caretaker
Hope Animal Shelter and Sanctuary
Tucson, Arizona
08.2018 - Current
- Provided treatment to sick and injured animals following veterinarian instructions
- Including injections, subcutaneous fluids, oral medications, and more
- Provided education of species to the public; advising pet owners on how to provide the best care for their pets
- Answered telephones and scheduled appointments
- Examined and observed animals to detect signs of illness, disease, and injury
- Performed animal grooming duties such as; washing, brushing, clipping and trimming coats, cutting nails, and cleaning ears
- Did facility laundry and cleaned, organized, maintained, and disinfected animal quarters
Food Service Worker
Taco Bell
Tucson, Arizona
11.2017 - 08.2018
- Delivered food orders to customers in a timely manner
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment and dishes
- Handled cashier duties, maintaining accuracy of monies received or exchanged
- Communicated food ingredients, availability and pricing information to customers
- Prepared variety of food dishes by following strict recipe guidelines
- Trained and supervised new employees on operation of assigned station within kitchen area
- Monitored expiration dates and discarded outdated items
Courier Driver
GrubHub
Tucson, Arizona
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Maintained clean driving record and obeyed traffic laws and regulations
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints with timeliness and professionalism
- Excellent knowledge of Tucson streets and utilization of GPS for optimization of routes
- Checked orders before delivery for accurate quantities and charges
Food Service Manager
Eegees
Tucson, Arizona
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Directed hiring, training, and scheduling of food service personnel
- Enforced sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness, and maintenance of kitchen and dining areas
- Managed daily food service operations customer service, inventory control, and meal preparation
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures for food service staff to ensure customer satisfaction and food safety
- Investigated and resolved complaints concerning food quality and service
- Counted money and made bank deposits
Food Service Team Member
Eegees
Tucson, Arizona
04.2016 - 08.2016
- Assisted customers with their orders for a variety of items
- Prepared a variety of food dishes by following strict recipe guidelines
- Trained and supervised new employees on operation of assigned station within kitchen area
- Performed daily closing tasks by washing dishes, packing and refrigerating leftovers, and mopping floors
- Stored excess foods according to temperature storage specifications
- Restocked shelves and display cases
- Handled cashier duties, maintaining accuracy of monies received or exchanged
- Managed customer inquiries, complaints, and requests
- Internship Student
Youth Coordinator Assistant
Museum of Contemporary Arts, M.O.C.A
Tucson, Arizona
09.2015 - 05.2016
- Responsible for creating lesson plans and providing education for teens
- Research of contemporary art topics and projects
- Material sourcing and gathering
- Creating online artist portfolios
Animal Shelter Volunteer
Pawsitively Cats
Tucson, Arizona
06.2013 - 06.2015
- Fed and watered animals according to schedules and feeding instructions
- Did facility laundry and cleaned, organized, maintained, and disinfected animal quarters
- Assessed animals for injury, disease, or illness; reporting any findings to staff
Education
City High School
05.2016
Skills
- Reliability
- Adherence
- Time Management
- Motivated
- Takes Initiative
- Punctuality
- Patience
- Leadership
- Training and Team Building
- Operations Management
- Employee Training and Development
- Team Leadership
- Staff Management
Timeline
Assistant Director
Hope Animal Shelter and Sanctuary
07.2019 - Current
Animal Caretaker
Hope Animal Shelter and Sanctuary
08.2018 - Current
Food Service Worker
Taco Bell
11.2017 - 08.2018
Courier Driver
GrubHub
08.2017 - 08.2018
Food Service Manager
Eegees
08.2016 - 07.2017
Food Service Team Member
Eegees
04.2016 - 08.2016
Youth Coordinator Assistant
Museum of Contemporary Arts, M.O.C.A
09.2015 - 05.2016
Animal Shelter Volunteer
Pawsitively Cats
06.2013 - 06.2015
City High School
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