Tonie (bre)ann Young
Thornton, co
Summary
Dedicated professional with a background in animal husbandry, high-volume customer service, and retail support. Skilled in feeding, cleaning, stocking, and order preparation, prioritizing safe animal care and efficient workflow. Committed to delivering positive customer experiences while quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Reptile Specialist/Shift Lead
Naturebox Pet Emporium
Parker
03.2026 - 09.2026
- Monitored reptile health for signs of stress, illness, or injury.
- Provided daily reptile care, including feeding and enclosure cleaning.
- Assisted Naturebox Pet Emporium customers with reptile care and feeding guidance.
- Maintained clean reptile habitats through bedding changes and water refills.
- Supported team members with reptile handling and safe enclosure setup.
- Restocked reptile food, supplements, and habitat supplies on sales floor for customer access.
- Prepared animal meals based on dietary needs.
- Supervised daily shift operations and supported team members with task flow.
- Resolved customer concerns and escalated issues to management.
Isopods Caretaker
Colorado Bugs
Parker
03.2026 - 09.2026
- Cared for over 50 species of isopods daily, ensuring optimal health and well-being.
- Monitored colony health daily and performed routine care to maintain vitality.
- Trained coworkers on proper care for isopods and feeder bugs.
- Prepared 250 cups of isopods weekly for wholesale and retail, ensuring consistent supply.
- Packed out-of-state orders and prepared shipping labels for isopods, mealworms, dubia roaches, hornworms, and springtails.
- Restocked isopods on store shelves to ensure availability for customers.
- Reported pest activity and property issues to supervisors.
Vape Store Clerk
Vape Street
Arvada
07.2025 - 03.2026
- Assisted customers with vape products and store policy questions at the retail counter.
- Processed cash, card, and POS transactions accurately during shifts.
- Organized inventory and restocked products on sales floor to ensure product availability for customers.
- Processed cash, card, and POS transactions accurately throughout shifts.
- Organized inventory and replenished products in Vape Street sales floor.
- Counted register money at start and end of shift, reconciling discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.
- Welcomed customers at retail counter, addressed inquiries, and assisted in locating products to enhance customer experience.
Server
Crazy Horse Memorial
Custer, South Dakota
03.2024 - 07.2025
- Delivered exceptional service to a high volume of daily customers, enhancing dining experience.
- Informed customers of daily specials and signature menu items.
- Promoted desserts, appetizers, and specialty drinks, contributing to increased sales.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff on order timing and table readiness
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
- Cleared and reset tables for steady guest flow during busy shifts
- Assisted in providing banquet service for large events, ensuring seamless dining experiences. for memorial events and group dining
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about the restaurant's menu and products.
Education
High School Diploma -
Standley Lake HighSchool
Westminster, CO01-2020
Skills
- Animal husbandry and reptile handling
- Habitat sanitation and inventory management
- Shift supervision and team leadership
- Team leadership
- Menu memorization and order fulfillment
- Customer satisfaction
- Order fulfillment
- POS operation and menu memorization
- POS operation
- POS operation
- High-volume dining experience
- High volume dining
Timeline
Reptile Specialist/Shift Lead
Naturebox Pet Emporium
03.2026 - 09.2026
Isopods Caretaker
Colorado Bugs
03.2026 - 09.2026
Vape Store Clerk
Vape Street
07.2025 - 03.2026
Server
Crazy Horse Memorial
03.2024 - 07.2025
High School Diploma -
Standley Lake HighSchool