Jacqueline Van Hook
Dayton,OH
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience as a Home Dog Groomer, recognized for exceptional customer service and animal handling expertise. Proven ability to enhance pet comfort and appearance while training junior groomers. Committed to maintaining high sanitation standards and fostering strong client relationships, ensuring a stress-free grooming experience.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Dog Groomer
Self Employed
01.2019 - Current
- Provided expert grooming services, enhancing pet appearance and comfort for diverse breeds.
- Established positive relationships with clients through exceptional customer service and clear communication.
- Trained junior groomers in best practices, promoting skill development and adherence to safety standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of grooming tools, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Assessed pets' needs during consultations, recommending appropriate grooming styles and care routines.
- Managed inventory of grooming supplies, ordering products as needed to ensure uninterrupted service delivery.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff to address specific health concerns related to pet grooming procedures.
- Skillfully managed difficult pets using patience and expert handling techniques, ensuring a stress-free experience for both animals and their owners.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and hygienic work environment for optimal pet care and customer satisfaction.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
- Fed, walked and bathed animals.
Warehouse Packer
Amazon
04.2024 - 07.2025
- Pack products accurately for shipment to ensure quality control
- Operate packaging machinery following safety protocols
- Collaborate with team members to maintain efficient workflow
- Label and categorize packages according to shipment specifications
- Inspect items for damage and report discrepancies promptly
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of packing area
- Assist in inventory management by tracking packaged goods
Forklift Operator
DHL Supply Chain
02.2021 - 10.2022
- Maintained cleanliness of work area, adhering to safety protocols and best practices.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Forklift Operator
Chewy Warehouse
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Operated forklifts to efficiently transport goods within warehouse environment.
- Conducted daily inspections of equipment to ensure safety and compliance standards.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, maintaining accurate inventory records throughout process.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance productivity levels.
- Assisted in training new operators on safe forklift operations and warehouse procedures.
- Implemented organizational strategies for proper storage of products, reducing retrieval times.
- Monitored stock levels and reported discrepancies to management for timely resolution.
Auto Mechanic
AutoZone
03.2015 - 09.2017
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on various vehicle systems, ensuring optimal performance.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using industry-standard tools and diagnostic equipment effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance service efficiency and minimize downtime.
- Assisted in maintaining inventory of parts and supplies, streamlining workflow processes.
- Executed safety protocols while conducting repairs, promoting a secure working environment.
- Provided exceptional customer service by explaining repair processes and addressing concerns clearly.
- Participated in training programs to stay updated on automotive technology advancements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Miami Valley CTC Adult ED
Clayton, OH11-2025
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Animal handling expertise
- Relationship building
- Customer service
- Appointment scheduling
- Pet grooming techniques
- Nail trimming
- Paw pad care
- Continuous learning attitude
- Safe nail trimming
- Pet waste removal
- Safety procedures
- Sanitation practices
- Verbal and written communication
- Animal first aid
- Stress reduction techniques
- Tool sanitation methods
- Canine behavior
- Nail clipping
- Grooming and bathing
- Sanitation procedures
- Basic accounting
- Animal handling
- Animal grooming
I try and does my best in what i love to do
In every dog or cat that i groom i tend to make sure that not only the custumer feels good but also the furbabies as well
Timeline
Warehouse Packer
Amazon
04.2024 - 07.2025
Forklift Operator
DHL Supply Chain
02.2021 - 10.2022
Forklift Operator
Chewy Warehouse
08.2020 - 11.2020
Home Dog Groomer
Self Employed
01.2019 - Current
Auto Mechanic
AutoZone
03.2015 - 09.2017
High School Diploma -
Miami Valley CTC Adult ED
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