Josh Duray
North Chicago,IL
Summary
Driven College Freshman with a 4.0 GPA and AP Scholar distinction, transferring to pursue a master's degree in Business/Finance. Two years of customer service experience in a restaurant setting. Committed to establishing a long-term career in banking within the Business/Financial services sector.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Guard
District 113
09.2026 - Current
Service Team Member
Steak 'n Shake
06.2024 - Current
- Cash & Transaction Management: Efficiently operated the point-of-sale (POS) system, processing cash, credit, and digital transactions daily with zero discrepancies.
- Managed high-pressure situations in a fast-paced environment, completing demanding shifts of up to 15 hours while ensuring speed, accuracy, and a positive atmosphere.
- Trained and mentored new employees on customer service standards, food safety protocols, and operational workflows to enhance team readiness and compliance.
Founder & Operator
Independent Landscaping & Snow Removal Services
05.2022 - Current
- Launched and operated freelance landscaping and winter maintenance service, establishing a recurring client base through cold-door sales and local marketing strategies.
- Managed all small-business finances, overseeing service pricing, cost of materials, billing/invoicing, and processing cash and digital payments to ensure accurate financial operations.
- Achieved 100% customer retention rate by delivering high-quality, reliable services tailored to individual client needs consistently.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business
College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL05-2027
High school or equivalent -
Warren Township High School
Gurnee, IL06-2026
Skills
- Customer service
- Financial management
- Team leadership
- Cash handling
- Crisis management
- Market research
Hobbies and Interests
- Strategic Play: Chess (improving critical thinking, patience, and long-term planning skills).
- Physical Fitness: Dedicated to fitness, strength training, and endurance training, which reinforces daily personal discipline. I love the gym and health wellness, obtaining a large passion for getting better every day and helping those around me get better as well.
- Pursuing Peptide business and clothing Affiliate on the side
- Creativity: Exploring and discovering new experiences with the love of creating intense lore (Cliff jumping, hiking, etc…)
Community Service
- Americans for Prosperity, Volunteer Phone Caller, 06/25
- Camp Barnabas & Costa Rica Mission Trip, Volunteer & Team Leader, Summer 2024, Summer 2026
Timeline
Security Guard
District 113
09.2026 - Current
Service Team Member
Steak 'n Shake
06.2024 - Current
Founder & Operator
Independent Landscaping & Snow Removal Services
05.2022 - Current
Associate of Arts - Business
College of Lake County
High school or equivalent -
Warren Township High School