Samuel Laird

West Columbia

Summary

Strategic Leader known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in team motivation, strategic planning, and conflict resolution, ensuring smooth operations and project success. Excel in communication, adaptability, and problem-solving to lead teams effectively towards achieving goals. Looking for someone to give me a chance to start my career.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Cook Shift Leader, Bartender, Cashier

Fuzzy Taco Shop

Hardeeville

01.2022 - 12.2024

Trained new cooks on proper food handling techniques.
Ensured kitchen staff followed health and safety regulations.
Provided direction to kitchen staff regarding food preparation, cooking times, portion sizes, and presentation of dishes.
Performed regular inventory checks to ensure adequate stock levels were maintained.
Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
Supervised all aspects of the kitchen operations including inventory control and ordering of supplies.
Led team in high-pressure environments, ensuring timely delivery of orders.

Landscaper

Lairds Landscaping

Lexington

04.2015 - 06.2021

Cleaned up debris after completing jobsite tasks.
Provided knowledgeable advice about plant selection for customers' landscapes.
Cut grass in even lengths with power mowers or hand shears.
Installed water features such as fountains and sprinkler systems.
Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
Assisted in building decks and patios to create outdoor living spaces.
Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
Planned and designed landscaping projects to meet customer needs and preferences.
Laid sod on prepared surfaces for a finished look of the landscape design.
Pruned trees, shrubs, hedges, bushes and vines to enhance their growth patterns.
Answered customer questions regarding care and general knowledge of landscape.
Performed preventative maintenance to keep equipment in excellent working condition.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies

University of South Carolina

Columbia, SC

05-2025

High School Diploma -

White Knoll High School

Lexington, SC

05-2021

Skills

Employee training
Inventory management
Customer service
Problem solving
Team leadership
Time management
Effective communication
Nutrition
Stock management
Multitasking and organization

Health and safety compliance
Food handling safety
Sanitation procedures
Strong work ethic
Adaptable
Honest
Personable and friendly
Competitive
Strategic thinking

Languages

Spanish

Limited

Affiliations

Golf
Basketball
Weightlifting
Running
Spending time with Fiancé
Family gatherings
Video games

References

References available upon request.

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