- Blacksmithing - For the past 5 years I have made and sold custom knifes and other steel products my Instagram is taylorsteel_works
- MMA- I have trained Brazilian Jujitsu competitively for the past 3 years as well as training boxing and wrestling
- Outdoors- I really enjoy camping, fishing and hunting
- Guitar- I have played most of my life and really enjoy it
Josh Taylor
Nicholasville,KY
Summary
I have worked most of my life in my family business Taylor made farms. From the time I was little I spent my summers mucking stalls and caring for horses. What separates me from others is my work ethic, I work hard and enjoy it.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Thoroughbred Point of Sales Assistant
Taylormade Sales
Nicholasville, KY
08.2022 - Current
- Worked horse sales when needed including August Saratoga new york horse sales for the past 3 years as well as the November horse sale.
- Handled customer inquiries, and complaints, professionally, ensuring a positive experience for all clients.
- Ensured that customers had smooth and personalized experience while looking at horses.
- Was part of a sales divisions with over 30 horses sold in 5 days.
Packaging Operator
Home Grown Lifting
Nicholasville, KY
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Labeled, recorded, and inspected packaging to prepare for shipment to clients ranging from gyms to individual's.
- Operated fork lift, pallet wrapper and fabricated custom packaging to secure whole sale orders.
- Had zero mislabeled packages or wrong orders shipped during my time working. Ensured the labels all met the shipping requirements and were shipped on time.
Production Worker
HomeGrown Lifting
Nicholasville, KY
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Operated a variety of air powered tools , hydraulic press, automatic water cooled steel saw.
- Fabricated multiple steel components including tables, hydraulic press components and a variety ofin shop needs.
Server Assistant
Drakes
Nicholasville, KY
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Bussed tables between courses and load and unloaded trays to expedite tasks.
- Utilized strong multitasking abilities to manage multiple responsibilities effectively, ensuring a smooth flow of service during peak meal times.
- Maintained a clean and organized dining area by routinely sweeping floors, wiping surfaces, and removing trash.
Host
Drakes
Nicholasville, KY
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Managed high-pressure situations with composure, effectively serving large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
Groom
Trudy Veniot Stables
Nicholasville, KY
05.2020 - 09.2020
- Mucked out stalls, stacked feed and bedding to foster clean and comfortable environment for animals.
- Bathed, exercised, feed and provided some medical assistance to ensure the health and wellbeing of the horses.
- Helped raise and sell 8 thoroughbred yearlings in the duration of a summer.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05-2026
High School Diploma -
Lexington Catholic High School
Lexington, KY05-2022
Skills
Work ethic
People skills
Consistency
Creativity
Accomplishments
- Coordinated and raised over 10 thousands dollars for children in for Haitian housing
- Been on 2 mission trips building homes is Appalachia kentucky
- Place 2nd in 2025 IBJJF PANs the largest Gi Jujitsu tournament in the world.
Interests
Timeline
Packaging Operator
Home Grown Lifting
05.2024 - 08.2024
Production Worker
HomeGrown Lifting
05.2023 - 08.2023
Thoroughbred Point of Sales Assistant
Taylormade Sales
08.2022 - Current
Server Assistant
Drakes
05.2022 - 08.2022
Host
Drakes
05.2021 - 08.2021
Groom
Trudy Veniot Stables
05.2020 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Kentucky
High School Diploma -
Lexington Catholic High School