Dillon Chicandard

dillon.chicandard@hotmail.com
(619) 341-1311
1852 Catalina Blvd.
San Diego, CA, 92107

Professional Competencies:
● Organized a charitable event for the Sacramento Front St. Animal Shelter including the
following: secured corporate funding, marketed the event to the Sacramento State
University community, facilitated the event, and raised over $500 in donations.
● Over six years working in hospitality and customer service-related positions.
● Exceptionally skilled in exercising safety, proper inventory, and sanitation.

Skills:
● Extensive Backpacking Skills
● Knowledge of Recreational Management
● Program Facilitator
● Proficient in French
● Google Docs
● Microsoft Office Suite
● Food Safety Certified

Work Experience:
Queenstown Bistro. San Diego. CA - Busser/Barback (June 2019-August 2019)

I saved the company thousands of dollars by performing the tasks of several positions to the
extent that additional staff was not required.

● Served customers by taking food and drink orders

● Restocked bar
● Managed daily inventory

Tokyo Miyoshi, San Diego, CA - Head Busser (January 2016-January 2018)

I saved the restaurant money by managing the service team during the transition of ownership
groups. Optimized inventory levels to ensure the highest level of food quality.

● Trained new employee

● Managed customer complaints
● Lead busser
La Jolla Tap and Grill, San Diego, CA - Busser/Barback (June 2013-December 2015)

I increased the efficiency of backbar operations and ensured that the restaurant was upholding
sanitation standards.

● Managed beer inventory with distributors

● Ensured the quality of beer
● Cleaned and restocked the restaurant supplies

Progressive Fitness, San Diego, CA - Assistant to Fitness Trainer (January 2014-June 2014)

I helped the head fitness trainer to expand upon customer base by adding to the capacity of training
more clients.

● Wiped down equipment

● Helped plan out different exercises
● Participated in activities

J&L Landscape, San Diego, CA - Assistant to Landscaper (June 2010-December 2013)

I enhanced the value of homes with different types of trees, plants, and landscape designs.

● Planted different types of vegetation

● Transported landscaping equipment
● Ensured personal safety in workplace

Education:

I am graduating from Sacramento State University with a BS degree of Science in Parks and
Recreation. I am currently seeking a position as an entry level park aid with the goal of gaining
valuable experience in my field.

Sacramento State University, Sacramento, CA - Bachelor of Science in Parks and

Recreation/Concentration-Natural Resources (January 2018-May 2020)

● Average GPA: 3.5

San Diego State University, San Diego, CA - Completed undergraduate general education
(September 2013-May 2015)

● Average GPA: 3.0

Activities, Groups:

● Bike and Soccer Clubs (2013)

 ● Volunteer for Stand Up For Kids (2010)
● Member of RMA (2018-2020)
● Hiking and Backpacking

References:
● Dr. Rolloff: Professor and Academic Advisor at Sacramento State University:
rolloff@csus.edu (916) 803-7176
● Una Tran: Manager of Tokyo Miyoshi in San Diego: (619) 265-6025
● Larry Ruiz: Manager of Queenstown Bistro in San Diego: (773) 220-4241