Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPS
Languages
Timeline

Aidan Kruse

Smoothie King
Urbana
1
Language
4
years of professional experience

Experienced with supervising team activities, ensuring operational efficiency and smooth shift transitions. Utilizes strong communication and organizational skills to maintain high-performing team environment. Track record of effective problem-solving and conflict resolution, ensuring consistent quality and productivity.

Work History

Shift Lead

4 Months
Smoothie King | 05.2026 - Current
  • Supervised team members during shifts to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction.
  • Trained new staff on company protocols, beverage preparation, and customer service standards.
  • Managed inventory levels, restocking supplies to maintain product availability and freshness.
  • Implemented cleanliness standards in food preparation areas to comply with health regulations.

Cashier

2 Months
Burger King | 06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Issued receipts, refunds, credits, and change to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Issued receipts, refunds, credits, or change due to customers.
  • Restocked supplies and ensured cleanliness of checkout area.

Server

2 Months
Villa St Benedict | 06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Communicated with kitchen staff to address customer allergies and special requests, ensuring food safety and satisfaction.
  • Inspected food items for quality before serving. before serving it to customers.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to enhance overall dining experience.

Customer Service Representative

2 Months
The Home Depot Inc | 06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Identified and pursued upselling opportunities based on customer needs, contributing to revenue growth.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, ordering, billing, returns, exchanges, and technical support, streamlining their experience.

Education

Master of Arts - History

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign | Champaign, IL | 05-2026

Some College (No Degree) - History

Illinois State University | Normal, IL

Master of Arts - Labor And Employment Relations

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign | Champaign, IL | 12-2027

Skills

Team leadership
Order processing
Point of sale systems
Customer service
Staff training
Team leadership
Team leadership

AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPS

Eagle Scout

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Shift Lead

Smoothie King
05.2026 - CurrentRead More

Cashier

Burger King
06.2024 - 08.2024Read More

Server

Villa St Benedict
06.2023 - 08.2023Read More

Customer Service Representative

The Home Depot Inc
06.2022 - 08.2022Read More

Illinois State University

Some College (No Degree) from History
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University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign

Master of Arts from History
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University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign

Master of Arts from Labor And Employment Relations
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Aidan Kruse