1. TYSON GRIFFIN
OBJECTIVE
I am seeking a full-time position that provides the opportunity to
develop sustainable skills and leading to a long career. Over the past
12 + years I have worked successfully as a hair stylist, in the
hospitality industry, both restaurants and hotels, as well as
manufacturing and warehousing. It is my objective to begin a career
that would take advantage of my interpersonal skills in a business
and/or customer service position. I love working with people and
at the end of any interaction am confident that the customer will
have appreciated my effort and approach. You will see from this
resume that I am adaptable, capable of learning new things and
anxious to do so.
EXPERIENCE
1999-2000 Regis Salons
Portland, OR
Hair Stylist
n Hair stylist at busy mall shop
n Used both my personal and selling skills to successfully up sell the
customers based on current product promotions set by the
company
2000-2001 Trade Secrets Lake
Oswego, OR
Hair Stylist
n Provided hair styling
n Served as product specialist and supported customers
2001-2007 Self Employed
Vancouver, WA
Hair Stylist/Barber
n Worked from my home as an independent hair stylist

2. As a hair stylist my duties included cuts, colors, and styling. I was
skilled at creating up-dos for special events. As a hair stylist I was
exceptional at listening and understanding what they wanted.
2008 Judy’s Restaurant Longview,
WA
Prep Cook
n Performed all kitchen preparation duties in support of the chef
n In addition served as lead contact for special catering and parties
I started as the dishwasher and was promoted into the prep-cook
position which allowed me to take on many responsibilities in the
kitchen. I was also a part of the catering staff where we did
special events for many different occasions.
Feb. 2008-April 2011 Cadet Manufacturing
Vancouver, WA
Warehouse and Manufacturing
As a two man department we were responsible for the total
fabrication and production of the soft-heat electric hydronic
heater. Duties included welding, brazing and the manipulation of
copper tubing that formed the units which we later assembled
and boxed for final sale and shipping. My responsibilities included
shipping and receiving whenever needed. I also solved
maintenance issues as needed. I worked closely with company
engineers while they were developing new and improved heaters
for my specific department assisting them with the design,
physical build and final test of the product.
July 2011-May 2012 Best Western University Inn
Forest Grove, Oregon
Night Audit Clerk and Guest Services
Managed the front desk including guest check-ins and check-outs
in an efficient and professional manner. I have experience and a
thorough knowledge of all front desk procedures including:
1. Resolving guest issues and complaints and requests in a
proactive manner satisfactory to both the guest and the hotel.
2. Reservations and yield management procedures including same

3. day reservations, future reservations and cancellations. 3. Answer
guest questions regarding local area facilities and be able to give
proper directions to these areas.
Revenue & Financial
1. Assist in the verification, balancing, and revenue maximization
of the hotel’s availability. 2. Finalize transactions completed
during the day. 3. Create and/or print required reports, file or
transmit as directed and process credit card transactions.
4. Verify each front desk shift’s transactions, credit card and cash
deposits, and report any discrepancy to the FOM or AGM. 5.
Balance room charges, cash, checks, and credit cards if applicable.
6. Prepare folios for departing guests. 7. Practice proper cash
handling procedures and be able to file and post all charges to
guest folios and ledger accounts. 8. Coordinate security problems
with the appropriate team members. 9. Performed other duties as
directed, developed or assigned.
2012- Current Alsco American Linen Division
Portland, Oregon
Shop and Maintenance Employee
Over the past two years I worked in multiple capacities in the
shop and maintenance department at Alsco Industries. In my
position I have been required to learn new skills and crafts and
apply them to meet the various requirements of my department.
1. Basic maintenance, cleaning, and general readiness of plant
equipment.
2. Directing the work and communication with the janitorial
staff for the plant.
3. Ordering of parts, supplies and tools for engineering.
4. Forklift and lift operation.
5. Light welding, painting, and plumbing repair.
*In addition to the above tasks that I perform on a normal basis I
had the opportunity on a number of occasions to support the
engineering staff on large projects at the plant. I was also called
upon on more than one occasion to assist the service department
in the field by providing backup for route drivers on their
pickup and delivery routes. This required up to a week of out of
town travel in order to support this department.

4. EDUCATION
1994 Randall Moore International School
Denver, CO
n High School Diploma
1995-1996 Southern Nazarene University
Bethany, OK
n General Studies
1997-1998 McGee Brothers Beauty School
n Completed program as Certified Cosmetologist
INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES
I am the proud father of four children who are my central purpose
and focus in life. My hobbies include snowboarding and motorcycles.
REFERENCES ON REQUEST
Email: TysnGrfn@yahoo.com
Phone: 360-772-8807