Michael Goforth
Colorado Springs ,CO
Summary
Extensive experience in the restaurant industry with a strong focus on delivering exceptional customer service and enhancing customer experiences. Proven ability to tackle challenges with critical thinking and innovative solutions. Committed to hands-on involvement in all aspects of operations to drive success. I love the outdoors and it doesn’t matter if it’s rain, snow or shine.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Stable Hand/Horseback Guide
Old Stage Riding Stables
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Guided groups on trails via horseback.
- Managed daily feeding and care routines for diverse horse breeds, ensuring optimal health and well-being.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of stables, enhancing overall farm hygiene standards.
- Assisted in administering medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians, promoting animal recovery.
- Monitored equine behavior and health indicators, reporting any concerns to management promptly.
- Maintained saddles, bridles, and riding gear and helped fit items to specific horses.
Delivery Driver
FTA Transport
09.2024 - 07.2025
- Delivered packages efficiently, ensuring timely arrival at designated point.
- Conducted vehicle inspections to ensure safety and operational readiness.
- Navigated routes effectively using GPS technology to optimize delivery times.
Greenhouse Assistant
Gulley Greenhouse
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Pot up of all plants on the property.
- Water and maintain greenhouses
- Movement of plants from one greenhouse to another.
Stable Hand
Dell Ridge Farm
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Maintained cleanliness of stables and barns, fostering healthy environments for animals.
- Supported veterinarians and farriers in performing essential care duties.
- Transported horses to and from fields, promoting regular exercise and well-being.
Draft Beer Technician
Keeneland Hospitality
03.2023 - 05.2023
- In charge of stock and all draft beer issues and function throughout the entire venue.
Server/Bartender
Italx
04.2021 - 01.2023
- Ensuring a great customer experience with our made in house food and hand crafted cocktails.
Server/Bartender/Manager
Nick Ryan's
08.2013 - 03.2020
- Ensuring a great customer experience with great food and drinks
- In charge of stocking the bar and all front of house issues.
Education
Some College - Forestry
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05.2013
High school diploma -
Scott County High School
Georgetown, KY05.2009
Skills
- Customer service
- Delivery driver experience
- Serving Experience
- Critical thinking
- Unity
- Outdoor work
- Livestock care
- Machinery
Timeline
Stable Hand/Horseback Guide
Old Stage Riding Stables
08.2025 - 09.2025
Delivery Driver
FTA Transport
09.2024 - 07.2025
Greenhouse Assistant
Gulley Greenhouse
02.2024 - 06.2024
Stable Hand
Dell Ridge Farm
07.2023 - 01.2024
Draft Beer Technician
Keeneland Hospitality
03.2023 - 05.2023
Server/Bartender
Italx
04.2021 - 01.2023
Server/Bartender/Manager
Nick Ryan's
08.2013 - 03.2020
Some College - Forestry
University of Kentucky
High school diploma -
Scott County High School
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