Ben Rein
100 Mile House,Canada
Summary
Versatile professional with extensive experience in kitchen operations, construction, landscaping, and marketing strategy. Full-time artist integrating creativity and innovation into projects while delivering impactful results. Skilled in adapting to diverse environments and leveraging unique talents to tackle new challenges. Open to relocation and eager to contribute to organizational success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Swing Shift Manager
McDonald's
100 Mile House, BC
10.2025 - 07.2026
- Managed shift schedules to align staffing with peak business demands and improve efficiency.
- Supervised daily operations and ensured adherence to food safety standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on service excellence and operational procedures.
- Increased revenue through the implementation of effective sales tactics and promotional activities.
- Implemented quality control measures that led to consistent product quality standards across all shifts.
- Improved employee productivity by implementing efficient scheduling and task allocation strategies.
- Reduced employee turnover rates with effective hiring and onboarding processes.
- Provided ongoing support to staff members during challenging situations, promoting resiliency within the team.
- Collaborated with other managers to develop long-term strategies for continuous business growth.
- Enhanced team performance by providing regular coaching, training, and feedback sessions.
- Implemented inventory management processes to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
Cashier/Customer Service
Lone Butte General Store
100 Mile House, BC
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Managed store operations, including stocking, cleaning, and sales, ensuring smooth daily functions.
- Facilitated successful transition of store ownership in October 2023, maintaining continuity for customers.
- Trained new owners on store operations, providing guidance to ensure effective management.
Roofer/Labourer
Fremantle Enterprises Ltd
100 Mile House, BC
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Applied knowledge of shingle, tin, and torch down roofing materials to assist in roofing projects, ensuring quality installation and adherence to safety standards.
- Assisted in installation of roofing materials, ensuring proper alignment and secure fit.
- Operated power tools and equipment efficiently to enhance productivity on job sites.
- Maintained safety protocols, minimizing risks during roofing operations.
Labourer
Mr.T Contracting
100 Mile House, BC
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Identified tools and equipment that met design specifications.
- Operated heavy machinery and tools to complete construction tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in site preparation, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and improve project timelines.
Landscaper
OCD Landscaping
100 Mile House, BC
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Installed irrigation systems, ensuring optimal water distribution for plant health.
- Maintained landscape aesthetics through regular pruning, mulching, and fertilization.
- Operated landscaping equipment to execute design plans efficiently.
- Landscaped properties including, Mowed lawns to enhance aesthetic appeal and promote healthy grass growth., seeding, weeding, soil and irrigation management, Sprinklers, trees, bush work, Executed pest control strategies to protect plants from harmful insects and diseases, ensuring plant vitality.
Dishwasher/Prep Cook
Travelodge / Smitty's Restaurant and Lounge
100 Mile House, BC
06.2018 - 05.2019
- Maintained cleanliness of restaurant and receptacles, ensuring a welcoming environment for guests. Prep cooked and supported chefs in meal preparation, contributing to efficient kitchen operations.
- Operated dishwashing equipment to ensure cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchenware.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain efficient workflow during peak hours.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety standards in dishwashing procedures.
Dishwasher/Prep Cook
The Hangar Grill
108 Mile House, BC
08.2017 - 10.2018
- Maintained cleanliness of dining area and waste receptacles to ensure hygienic environment. Prepared ingredients and supported chefs in food preparation tasks.
- Operated industrial dishwashing equipment to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Sorted, rinsed, and loaded dishes efficiently for optimal workflow.
- Assisted kitchen staff by ensuring all utensils were available and ready for use.
Education
High school diploma -
Peter Skene Ogden
100 Mile House, BC09-2021
Skills
- Retail Management
- Customer Service
- Food Service
- Culinary skills
- Food Preparation
- Sanitation skills
- Health and safety
- Cash Handling
- POS
- Register operation
- Inventory Control
- Inventory coordination
- Loss Prevention
- Operational efficiency
- Cost reduction strategies
- Schedule implementation
- Supervising Experience
- Project Coordination
- Leadership
- Workplace culture development
- Communication skills
- Time Management
- Sales
- Merchandising
- Computer skills
- Software utilization
- Facility Maintenance
- Serving Experience
- Landscape Maintenance
- English
- Inventory Control
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Swing Shift Manager
McDonald's
10.2025 - 07.2026
Cashier/Customer Service
Lone Butte General Store
05.2023 - 02.2024
Roofer/Labourer
Fremantle Enterprises Ltd
11.2021 - 12.2021
Labourer
Mr.T Contracting
09.2021 - 10.2021
Landscaper
OCD Landscaping
05.2021 - 09.2021
Dishwasher/Prep Cook
Travelodge / Smitty's Restaurant and Lounge
06.2018 - 05.2019
Dishwasher/Prep Cook
The Hangar Grill
08.2017 - 10.2018
High school diploma -
Peter Skene Ogden