- Backpacking and Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Canoeing/Kayaking
- Camping
- Sketching, Drawing and Painting
- Road Trips
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Working with my hands and fixing things
Andrew Dyckman
West Sayville,NY
Summary
Dynamic leadership skills with a strong background in coaching and customer engagement. Expertise in developing individualized training plans and fostering teamwork, ensuring a safe and supportive atmosphere for participants. Ready to leverage coaching experience to drive team success and enhance learning experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Banquet Server
Marriott
Riverhead, NY
10.2021 - Current
- Delivered exceptional customer service during high-volume events, ensuring guest satisfaction and engagement.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to synchronize food service timing, enhancing overall event efficiency.
- Set up banquet spaces according to event specifications, maintaining attention to detail in presentation and layout.
- Managed food and beverage inventory for events, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Resolved guest inquiries and concerns promptly, fostering positive dining experiences throughout events.
- Served appetizers, delivered entrees, and refilled beverages for banquet guests.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining composure under pressure in fast-paced banquet environments.
Rock Wall Attendant
SUNY Potsdam
Potsdam, NY
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Managed customer check-in processes, facilitating efficient access to climbing facilities.
- Collaborated with team members to create a supportive environment for climbers of all skill levels.
- Evaluated participant performance and provided constructive feedback to improve skills and confidence.
- Ensured a safe climbing environment for all participants through continuous monitoring and adherence to safety protocols.
- Assisted in developing engaging climbing programs that enhanced user experience and participation.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional rock wall safety instructions and demonstrations.
- Contributed to facility upkeep by performing routine cleaning tasks, ensuring a visually appealing and hygienic environment for guests.
- Implemented emergency procedures when necessary, ensuring the well-being of patrons in high-stress situations.
- Instructed group classes on rock wall climbing techniques, catering to various experience levels and ages.
- Provided encouragement and guidance to novice climbers, fostering an inclusive atmosphere for all skill levels.
- Streamlined check-in processes for climbers by implementing an organized system for managing waivers and payments.
Varsity Head Fencing Coach
Sayville High School
Sayville, NY
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Conducted regular practice sessions focusing on technique, strategy, and sportsmanship.
- Implemented safety protocols during practices to ensure a secure training environment.
- Engaged students in goal-setting activities to promote personal growth in the sport.
- Developed individualized training plans to enhance athletes' skills and performance.
- Researched fencing techniques and trends to keep training methods current and effective.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication on athlete progress, upcoming events, and team news updates.
- Initiated partnerships with local schools to introduce fencing as an extracurricular activity option for students of all ages and backgrounds.
- Provided constructive criticism during one-on-one evaluations with athletes to foster continuous improvement in technique and strategy.
- Facilitated injury prevention measures including proper warm-up exercises, stretching routines, and strength conditioning programs tailored to individual needs of each athlete.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History W/Minor in Wilderness Ed
SUNY, Potsdam
Potsdam, NY12-2025
Skills
- Strong teamwork
- Time management
- Customer service
- Food service
- Youth engagement
- Leadership qualities
- Coaching experience
- Safety procedures
- Injury prevention
- Adaptive coaching
- Presentation skills
- CPR/AED
Accomplishments
- Graduated with a Bachelor's and a Minor
- Coached the fencing team of the high school I graduated from for 2 seasons and help give kids a new activity they can feel confident in
- Completed a 2 week trip into the adirondacks and tasked with leading a group and creating an itinerary on specific days in the field
- Lead students on overnight back country trips and taught lessons on subjects of our environment as well as give tests on skills such as knots, stoves and cooking and tents
- Designed a 6 week backpacking course for a leadership course in college, detailing each week teaching hard skills like knots, tent set up, equipment use and distribution, water purification and navigational skills with a map and compass, All leading up to an overnight 3 day trip in the adirondacks
- Designed and coordinated a therapeutic recreational program for a college course, that taught fencing to a population with a specific disability
Interests
Timeline
Rock Wall Attendant
SUNY Potsdam
10.2024 - 04.2025
Varsity Head Fencing Coach
Sayville High School
11.2022 - 02.2023
Banquet Server
Marriott
10.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - History W/Minor in Wilderness Ed
SUNY, Potsdam