Dillon Stauffer
Escondido
Summary
Results-driven and dependable professional with a proven track record in retail, customer service, and team leadership. Over a year and a half of experience at Home Depot, assisting customers with tools, equipment, and product solutions. Knowledgeable with a wide range of tools, power equipment, and retail systems. Known for clear communication, follow-through, and strong work ethic. Recently earned a Class A Commercial Driver’s License, showing my drive to grow and take on new challenges. I bring restaurant leadership experience as a former lead cook and multi-role team member (dishwasher, server, order-taker), giving me a well-rounded skill set in both fast-paced environments and customer-focused roles. Never been let go from a job and always looking for the right fit to grow as an employee and a person. Organized, reliable, and always willing to learn something new to become more valuable to the team. I take pride in stepping up, supporting coworkers, and helping customers get what they need.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student
Drive 160
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Drive 18 wheel trucks and learn to check every part to safely operate the vehicle
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to identify maintenance needs and handle regular upkeep.
- Minimized liability by consistently following road rules when driving.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Tool Rental Associate
The Home Depot Inc
09.2023 - 01.2025
- Examined, received and tagged tools to be cleaned, stored and repaired.
- Used POS system to compute and receive payments for rentals.
- Supplied information about rental items to inform customers of tool availability and operation.
- Inspected and tested tools to locate worn and damaged parts and malfunctions.
- Prepared rental contracts by printing contracts, obtaining customer signatures and verifying customer identification and driver's license.
Power Washer
Dillon's Powerwashing
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Completed scheduled maintenance of equipment by power washing, scrubbing and sweeping.
- Cleaned windows, gutters, roofs and other surfaces by power washing or pressure washing.
- Starting my own power washing business has enriched my values as an employee in several ways. It instilled a strong sense of self-discipline and time management, ensuring I meet deadlines and fulfill commitments. Additionally, it sharpened my problem-solving abilities and resourcefulness when facing challenges, skills I've transferred to troubleshooting in my job. Moreover, the experience honed my customer service skills, emphasizing the importance of attentive communication and exceeding customer expectations, which are invaluable in fostering positive relationships with colleagues and clients in any workplace.
Yard Manger
Bob's Crane Service
06.2020 - 08.2023
- Developed personal growth opportunities, empowering employees to produce results and meet goals.
- Reduced workplace safety or health hazards by enforcing work practices and procedures.
- I would drive forklifts, cranes, semi trucks and wash them or bring them to the mechanic shop.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
Busser
Phils BBQ
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
- Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Transported dirty utensils, dishes, and trays to kitchen to help team stay on top of cleaning.
Line Cook/Cashier
Dave's Hot Chicken
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Line Cook
Burger Bench
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Grilled meats to customer specifications.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
Lead Line Cook
Board and Brew
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Greeted and informed customers of products, fostering positive store experiences.
- Adhered to all company safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
- Trained newly hired line workers regarding store recipes and policies.
- Enforced store safety and cleanliness standards, reducing hazards.
- Monitored dish machine water temperature to verify adherence to sanitation requirements.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Education
No Degree - Business
Palomar Community College
05.2025
High School Diploma -
San Pasqual High School
06.2023
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Machinery maintenance expertise
- Promotional campaign development
- Contract documentation
- Operational maintenance coordination
- Collaborative goal setting
- Sales Promotion
- Customer Relationship Management
- New Business Opportunities
Certification
Drivers License [Class A Manual/No Restrictions]
Timeline
Student
Drive 160
01.2025 - 06.2025
Tool Rental Associate
The Home Depot Inc
09.2023 - 01.2025
Power Washer
Dillon's Powerwashing
05.2023 - 08.2023
Busser
Phils BBQ
11.2022 - 05.2023
Line Cook/Cashier
Dave's Hot Chicken
11.2022 - 05.2023
Line Cook
Burger Bench
06.2021 - 06.2022
Lead Line Cook
Board and Brew
04.2021 - 04.2022
Yard Manger
Bob's Crane Service
06.2020 - 08.2023
No Degree - Business
Palomar Community College
High School Diploma -
San Pasqual High School
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