John Ward
Bozeman,MT
Summary
Individual driven by customer satisfaction, with expertise in tailoring product recommendations and effective communication. Strong background in team collaboration and safety compliance, contributing to efficient and safe operations, resulting in a positive experience for coworkers and customers alike.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Budtender
Quaking Aspen
Bozeman, Montana
07.2026 - Current
- Discussed strains, qualities, and effects of marijuana, tailoring recommendations to meet customer preferences.
- Educated customers on cannabis products, enhancing their understanding of effects and benefits.
- Assisted in inventory management and product restocking to ensure optimal product availability.
- Handled cash transactions and operated the point-of-sale system.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the sales area.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and company policies.
Package Handler
FedEx
Belgrade, Montana
07.2026 - Current
- Sorted packages by various qualities to ensure efficiency and ease of processing for coworkers.
- Loaded and unloaded packages of various sizes and weights, prioritizing speed and safety.
- Checked packages for damage to maintain quality standards before shipping.
- Communicated with team members to meet daily shipment metrics.
- Assisted in training new hires on package handling procedures.
Perennial Plant Helper
Eagle Crest Plant Nursery
Basalt, CO
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Organized and stocked supplies to ensure product availability for sale.
- Collaborated with coworkers to boost overall productivity.
- Assisted in time management and heavy labor during peak hours, ensuring high service quality and efficiency.
- Executed various tasks as instructed by the supervisor to meet operational goals.
Food Runner
Heathers Savory Pies & Tapas
Basalt, CO
04.2021 - 11.2023
- Coordinated multiple food orders, prioritizing based on cooking time and customer needs to enhance service efficiency.
- Sorted food orders and verified item accuracy to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Communicated effectively with servers to coordinate order fulfillment.
- Ensured that all orders were correct before leaving the kitchen area.
- Managed various tasks at once, prioritizing based on customer needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Plant Sciences
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT05-2030
High School Diploma -
Roaring Fork High School
Carbondale05-2025
Skills
- Plant care techniques
- Plant identification
- Project management
- Active learning
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Safety compliance
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
Budtender
Quaking Aspen
07.2026 - Current
Package Handler
FedEx
07.2026 - Current
Perennial Plant Helper
Eagle Crest Plant Nursery
05.2024 - 08.2025
Food Runner
Heathers Savory Pies & Tapas
04.2021 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Science - Plant Sciences
Montana State University
High School Diploma -
Roaring Fork High School