WAYNE ALLEN FOSTER JR.
Columbus,OH
Summary
Versatile professional with 20+ years of experience across delivery driving, cosmetology, retail, hospitality, and light construction. Proven track record of providing excellent customer service, managing schedules and inventory, and working safely in fast-paced, physically demanding environments. Possesses a strong background in cosmetology and hospitality, with a New York State certificate in Cosmetology and previous licensure in New York and Ohio. Willing to relocate and authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.
Overview
1
1
Certificate
27
27
years of professional experience
7881
7881
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Delivery Driver
DoorDash / Postmates
Columbus, OH
03.2021 - Current
- Pick up and deliver customer orders from local restaurants to homes and businesses in a timely, courteous manner.
- Navigate efficiently using GPS, verify orders, and handle issues to maintain high customer satisfaction.
Mobile Hair Stylist - Owner
The Wayne Allen Experience
Columbus, OH
07.2018 - Current
- Provide in-home and on-location hair services for select guests, including cutting, coloring and foiling, styling, waxing, and men's grooming.
- Manage all aspects of the business: scheduling, guest communication, payments, product ordering, and customer retention.
- Actively pursuing reinstatement of my Ohio cosmetology license while maintaining skills through mobile and freelance work.
Merchandiser / Guest Care Professional
National Garden Service
Dayton, OH
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Merchandised live plants on front porches of Kroger stores, ensuring attractive and organized displays.
- Watered, nursed, and removed unhealthy plants to maintain product quality and sales appeal.
Delivery Driver
Roadie
Columbus, OH
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Picked up and delivered orders from restaurants, pharmacies, and retail stores to customers, following delivery instructions and deadlines.
Painter / Laborer
Above All Trim & Punch
Newark, OH
03.2018 - 07.2019
- Worked on residential job sites performing painting, trim work, construction cleanup, and basic residential cleaning.
Hair Stylist - Self-Employed
The Wayne Allen Experience
Potsdam, NY
03.2008 - 03.2018
- Performed full-service salon duties including hair cutting, coloring and foils, and guest consultations.
- Managed reservations, phones, cash and credit transactions, retail orders, merchandising, inventory, banking, payroll, and employee schedules.
- Designed award-winning window displays and salon interiors to drive traffic and sales.
Event Staff
Events by Lenny
Potsdam, NY
03.2011 - 02.2018
- Set up and tore down weddings, receptions, company functions, and private events.
- Assisted with seasonal and holiday interior décor and multiple window displays.
Hair Stylist Assistant
Elite Image Salon
Rochester, NY
08.2006 - 03.2008
- Assisted master stylist with guest services, shampooing, color prep, and salon maintenance.
Expediter
Tastology
Rochester, NY
10.2006 - 06.2007
- Coordinated timing and presentation of dishes, prepared soups and desserts, and ensured complete, accurate tickets during high-volume service.
Server / Bartender
The Montage
Rochester, NY
01.2006 - 08.2006
- Served food and beverages and bartended during live shows, handling a large section in a high-volume environment.
Store Projects Assistant Manager
Eckerd Drugs
Liverpool, NY
08.1999 - 01.2005
- Traveled across multiple states to complete store remodels and full store resets.
- Supervised 12-24+ team members, opened new locations and closed existing stores.
- Managed company vehicle mileage and gas reports, credit card reports, per diem, payroll, email, and coordination with external vendors using planograms.
Education
New York State Certificate & License - Cosmetology
Continental School of Beauty Culture
Rochester, NYSome College - Business Management
Monroe Community College
Rochester, NYSome College - Business Administration
SUNY Canton
Canton, NYCulinary Arts Certificate - Culinary Arts
Seaway Technology
Norwood, NYCertification
- Cosmetology - New York State certificate; previously licensed in New York and Ohio (license currently lapsed)
- Culinary Arts Certificate
- Driver's License
- DOT Medical Certificate
Skills
- Delivery driving
- Box truck operation
- Van operation
- Manual transmission
- Customer service
- Guest relations
- Front desk
- POS
- Cash handling
- Salon services
- Cutting
- Coloring
- Foiling
- Grooming
- Waxing
- Styling
- Blowouts
- Team leadership
- Scheduling
- Payroll support
- Training
- Supervision
- Merchandising
- Planograms
- Inventory
- Store resets
- Retail sales
- Painting
- Light construction
- Remodeling
- Basic handyman
- Groundskeeping
- Time management
- Organization
- Microsoft Office
- Basic computer skills
Timeline
Merchandiser / Guest Care Professional
National Garden Service
07.2023 - 10.2023
Delivery Driver
Roadie
04.2021 - 05.2022
Delivery Driver
DoorDash / Postmates
03.2021 - Current
Mobile Hair Stylist - Owner
The Wayne Allen Experience
07.2018 - Current
Painter / Laborer
Above All Trim & Punch
03.2018 - 07.2019
Event Staff
Events by Lenny
03.2011 - 02.2018
Hair Stylist - Self-Employed
The Wayne Allen Experience
03.2008 - 03.2018
Expediter
Tastology
10.2006 - 06.2007
Hair Stylist Assistant
Elite Image Salon
08.2006 - 03.2008
Server / Bartender
The Montage
01.2006 - 08.2006
Store Projects Assistant Manager
Eckerd Drugs
08.1999 - 01.2005
New York State Certificate & License - Cosmetology
Continental School of Beauty Culture
Some College - Business Management
Monroe Community College
Some College - Business Administration
SUNY Canton
Culinary Arts Certificate - Culinary Arts
Seaway Technology