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BLAZE ERICKSON
Maryville, MO | blaze.e.erickson@gmail.com

PROFILE
Creative, resourceful and flexible student, able
to adapt to changing priorities and maintain a
positive attitude and strong work ethic by
working while pursuing education
Ambitious worker with strong entrepreneurial
spirit, self-motivated to complete tasks
Highly organized and independent; able to
effectively coordinate tasks to accomplish
projects with timeliness and creativity
Effective leader, skilled in enlisting the support of
all team members in aligning with project and
organizational goals.
Strong planning and facilitation skills; able to
communicate effectively with all organizational
levels, build relationships of trust and enlist the
participation of team members as head server
 EDUCATION
Pursuing Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Management, Minor: Psychology
May 2018
Northwest Missouri State University (Northwest), Maryville, MO Overall GPA
3.60/4.0
Demonstrate strong time management skills and work ethic by balancing 20-30 hours of work weekly and
maintaining exceptional grades.
Distinguished Scholar Award
Presidential Honor Roll
Computer skills: Microsoft (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access), Intuit QuickBooks

WORK EXPERIENCE
Lead Server/Front of House Coordinator November 2014-
Present
Carsons Sports Grille, Maryville, MO
Transitioned to lead server within 6 months of employment.
Manage up to 6 servers, including delegating tasks and assuming closing responsibilities.
Continue to perform all server duties.
Server
Carsons Sports Grille, Maryville, MO
Accurately record orders and partner with team members to serve food and beverages that exceed guests
expectations.
Consistently adhere to quality expectations and standards.
Answer customer inquiries and resolve issues promptly.
Enhance ability to conduct multiple tasks in timely manner by serving up to 9 tables at one time.
Coordinate with other departments to ensure customers receive quality service and satisfaction.
Owner April
2009-Present
Two Girls and a Mower, Westboro, MO
Demonstrated an entrepreneurial spirit from the age of 13 by providing quality lawn care service to over 15
residential and commercial properties.
Obtain new customers and maintain relationships with existing customers.
Maintain financial records and prepare bills by utilizing QuickBooks computer program.
Provide quality lawn care service to customers satisfaction.
Demonstrate patience and problem-solving skills when troubleshooting with customers and equipment.

VOLUNTEER SERVICE
New Nodaway Humane Society