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Payton Kelly

Merchantville

Summary

To seek and maintain a position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Food Runner/ Expo

Yardhouse
12.2022 - Current
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally during peak hours or unexpected rushes at the restaurant.
  • Maintained speed of service for food orders while minimizing errors and complaints.
  • Collaborated well with other food runners to deliver orders accurately.
  • Delivered correct food items to tables according to order documentation.
  • Cleaned and sanitized food preparation and serving areas.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing duties effectively for maximum productivity.
  • Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
  • Collaborated with the kitchen staff to ensure accuracy of orders, minimizing order errors and complaints.
  • Restocked food supplies in kitchen and organized storage areas.
  • Kept detailed knowledge of and followed all food safety guidelines.
  • Assisted servers in attending to guests'' needs, ensuring a smooth service flow during peak hours.

Munitions Systems Journeyman

177th Fighter Wing
04.2018 - Current

My current responsibilities include performing explosive operations and handling dangerous equipment and explosive assets. Working for the National Guard opens the door as well to state crisis activations. I was activated in April of 2020 until late June of 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. I was also activated and sent to Washington DC during the riots and inauguration of the President. Lastly I underwent a deployment from March 2021 until August 2021 and served in Afghanistan and UAE. In addition I returned 2 and a half months ago from a 3 month deployment to Saudi Arabia. I am currently serving a 6 year contract and owe one weekend a month for monthly drills.

Server

Rodizio Grill
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
  • Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items and recorded order information.
  • Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
  • Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.

Sales Associate

Yankee Candle
10.2018 - 12.2021

My responsibilities included helping customers locate merchandise and customer service. I also handled the cash register and finances. I was hired under a seasonal hire and performed to the best of my abilities while also learning along the way.

Photography Specialist

Carvana
11.2019 - 03.2020

Prepped vehicles for interior and exterior photos for the Carvana website including finding flaws inside and outside vehicle that needed to be highlighted for customer satisfaction

Utilized handheld camera taking interior and exterior photos of vehicles

Photo editing on computers to clearly show flaws inside and outside of vehicles

Treat Team Member

Rita's Waterice
06.2017 - 10.2019

My past responsibilities included conversing with customers, making treats and handling money and finances. This also includes the pre nd end of shift restocking and cleaning of the entire store

Education

No Degree - Undecided

Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ

High School Diploma -

Washington Township High School
Turnersville, NJ
06.2018

Skills

  • Military maintenance requirements
  • Operating Heavy Machinery
  • Explosives safety
  • Strong communication
  • Advanced math
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Customer Service
  • Cultural awareness
  • Material Handling
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Creative Solutions
  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
  • Quick Learner
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Time Management
  • Sense of urgency
  • Decision-Making

Timeline

Food Runner/ Expo

Yardhouse
12.2022 - Current

Server

Rodizio Grill
08.2021 - 12.2021

Photography Specialist

Carvana
11.2019 - 03.2020

Sales Associate

Yankee Candle
10.2018 - 12.2021

Munitions Systems Journeyman

177th Fighter Wing
04.2018 - Current

Treat Team Member

Rita's Waterice
06.2017 - 10.2019

No Degree - Undecided

Montclair State University

High School Diploma -

Washington Township High School
Payton Kelly