Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Ian Clayton

Nashville,TN

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Expo, Runner, Cashier, Line Cook

Nicoletto's Italian Kitchen (East)
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Contributed to a positive team environment by assisting coworkers during busy periods when necessary.
  • Developed strong communication skills while liaising between front-of-house and back-of-house teams.
  • Maintained clear communication channels with kitchen staff to address any issues or discrepancies in orders promptly.
  • Managed high-volume order tickets, prioritizing tasks for efficient workflow during peak hours.
  • Maintained a clean and organized expo station, improving efficiency in the kitchen.

Server Support

Pelato / Luogo Restaurants
05.2024 - 09.2024
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously during busy shifts, such as restocking supplies and cleaning spills swiftly
  • Maintained cleanliness of dining areas by regularly wiping down tables, chairs, expo window, and hutches
  • Worked closely with servers to anticipate their needs during service, ensuring smooth operations throughout the shift
  • Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate table turnovers efficiently without disrupting the dining experience for guests

Key Holder

Urban Outfitters
10.2023 - 05.2024
  • My role at Urban Outfitters has mainly consisted on managing product flow, focusing on inventory and opening the store
  • While I mostly worked in the back of house, I did frequently help out on the floor as a cashier, sales associate and fitting room attendee
  • Managed store personnel by delegating tasks and supervising daily operations.

Server/Host

M.L. Rose Craft Beer & Burgers
08.2023 - 10.2023
  • I worked multiple roles at ML including server, host, runner, and busser
  • I took people's orders, sat guests, and made sure people had the best experience at the restaurant
  • I interacted with people all day and consistently checked up on everyone to make sure everything was up to par

Sales Associate and Back of House

Vuori Clothing
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • After moving to Nashville permanently, I chose to transfer to the brand new Tennessee location
  • I worked both front and back of house
  • Being a sales associate, I helped customers look and find exactly what they were looking for and desired
  • I also worked on restock and store flips

Sales Associate and Back of House

Vuori Clothing
06.2022 - 04.2023
  • I am one of the original staff members of the Vuori Store that opened at the Irvine Spectrum Mall in Irvine, California
  • I am a sales associate and have been able to make some of the best sales of the team
  • I am very personable and love interacting with guests

Expo, Cashier

Nicoletto's Italian Kitchen (Hillsboro)
02.2022 - 06.2022
  • At Nicolettos, I was responsible for all of the dishes going out on the restaurant floor, making sure everything looked presentable and correct for those dining in
  • I coordinated online orders, as well as prepared takeout orders for pickup alongside dine-in orders
  • I was taught to be well rounded in my job, to take charge if needed, and to help out my other coworkers when needed
  • I was also trained to be a line cook, preparing pasta plates with sauces and toppings, as well as salads and other smaller entrees
  • It was always my priority to ensure that our guests were having the best dining experience possible, and truly enjoying their time here

Server/Cashier

Legendairy Milkshake Bar
02.2022 - 04.2022
  • As an employee at Legendairy Milkshakes, I was trained to be a sales associate, where I learned to be a team player, to be resourceful, and to keep up with a busy, shifting environment
  • I also was able to learn how to pitch to customers, maintain a clean and organized work environment, and provide a friendly and helpful environment for customers to enjoy and have the best experience possible

Audio Engineer/Producer

Nashvox Studios
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • As an Employee for Nashvox Studios, I was not only responsible for mixing and engineering music for the people that would come into record, I had to be able to have great communication and customer service to make sure those who recorded with Nashvox had the best studio experience possible
  • Whether it was a single person or a group of 30 people coming into record, I always was prepared to assist and cater to helping those as much as possible enjoy their sessions
  • While I was not working with sessions or mixing and engineering, I was cleaning and organizing each studio space and main area

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Songwriting

Mike Curb School of Entertainment and Business, Belmont University
02.2025

High school diploma -

The Orange County School of the Arts
05.2021

Skills

  • Business Communications
  • Excellent Customer Service
  • Phone Etiquette
  • Team Building
  • Team Player
  • Problem Solving
  • Driven
  • Hardworking
  • Kitchen Experience
  • Fundraising
  • Cooking
  • Busser
  • Food Safety
  • Restaurant Experience
  • Kitchen Management Experience
  • Food Preparation
  • Cleaning Experience
  • Host/Hostess
  • Food Handling
  • Organizational Skills
  • Shift Management
  • Retail Sales
  • POS
  • Cash handling
  • Cash register
  • Bussing
  • Food service

Timeline

Expo, Runner, Cashier, Line Cook

Nicoletto's Italian Kitchen (East)
09.2024 - 12.2024

Server Support

Pelato / Luogo Restaurants
05.2024 - 09.2024

Key Holder

Urban Outfitters
10.2023 - 05.2024

Server/Host

M.L. Rose Craft Beer & Burgers
08.2023 - 10.2023

Sales Associate and Back of House

Vuori Clothing
05.2023 - 08.2023

Sales Associate and Back of House

Vuori Clothing
06.2022 - 04.2023

Expo, Cashier

Nicoletto's Italian Kitchen (Hillsboro)
02.2022 - 06.2022

Server/Cashier

Legendairy Milkshake Bar
02.2022 - 04.2022

Audio Engineer/Producer

Nashvox Studios
08.2021 - 03.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Songwriting

Mike Curb School of Entertainment and Business, Belmont University

High school diploma -

The Orange County School of the Arts
Ian Clayton