Karson Padilla
Goleta
Summary
Adaptable and proactive individual with experience in the food-industry, equipment management, and customer service. Known for strong attention to detail and leadership qualities, contributing to a safe and organized work environment while enhancing customer satisfaction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Dock Crew Member
Pure Watersports
Dana Point, CA
06.2024 - 09.2025
- Conducted routine inspections on jet skis, kayaks, and other waterports equipment to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Assisted customers with equipment rentals, providing service and product knowledge.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dock area.
- Developed strong relationships with team members and customers to facilitate smooth coordination.
Assistant Groundskeeper
UCSB Residential Operations Department
Goleta, CA
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and enhance aesthetic appeal.
- Enhanced landscape appearance by maintaining turf, trees, and plant beds.
- Conducted routine inspections of campus grounds to identify maintenance needs.
Store Clerk
Stater Brothers Markets
San Clemente, CA
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Assisted customers with product inquiries.
- Organized store displays, promoting featured items and improving visual merchandising.
- Bagged customer's groceries.
- Retrieved, organized, and maintained store shopping carts.
Crew Member
Auntie Anne's Pretzels
San Clemente, CA
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Operated food preparation equipment to ensure high-quality product consistency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to comply with health standards.
- Assisted customers in selecting menu items.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently manage high-volume service periods.
- Trained new employees and led shifts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physics
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06-2027
Skills
- Very quick learner; adaptable to new training and methods
- Initiative and self-motivated
- Attention to detail
- Cleaning
- Cash handling
- Clear communication
- Taking orders
- Flexible schedule
- Leadership qualities
- Heavy lifting
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dock Crew Member
Pure Watersports
06.2024 - 09.2025
Assistant Groundskeeper
UCSB Residential Operations Department
09.2023 - 06.2024
Store Clerk
Stater Brothers Markets
09.2022 - 09.2023
Crew Member
Auntie Anne's Pretzels
06.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Physics
University of California, Santa Barbara