Christine Wicht
Gaffney,SC
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Riding Instructor
Thunderbay Riding Academy
09.2019 - 11.2023
- Enhanced rider safety by implementing structured lesson plans and providing clear instructions.
- Increased client satisfaction by tailoring lessons to individual skill levels and goals.
- Developed strong rider foundations through focused instruction on proper technique and horse care.
- Promoted a positive learning environment, fostering relationships between riders and their horses.
- Assisted riders in setting attainable goals, tracking progress, and celebrating achievements.
- Collaborated with barn staff to ensure optimal care for horses used in riding lessons.
- Organized group trail rides and events, creating memorable experiences for clients while reinforcing learned skills.
- Evaluated rider performance regularly, offering constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Supported beginner riders in overcoming fears and insecurities through patience, encouragement, and expert guidance.
- Mentored advanced riders by refining techniques and preparing them for competitions or higher level challenges.
- Adhered to industry safety standards at all times during lessons, ensuring the well-being of both clients and horses alike.
- Continually expanded own knowledge of riding techniques and teaching methods through professional development opportunities.
- Contributed to stable maintenance by assisting with grooming tasks as necessary before or after lessons.
- Established trust with clients by demonstrating reliability, punctuality, professionalism, and genuine passion for equestrian education.
- Facilitated communication between riders'' families and riding facility management when needed.
- Ensured proper use of tack equipment during lessons to minimize risk of injury or damage.
- Cultivated a supportive community among fellow instructors through collaboration and sharing best practices.
- Diffused potentially dangerous situations between horses and students with practices instilled through experience and repetition.
- Taught proper communication and riding commands for optimal control and safety around horses.
- Cleaned and maintained facility with 12 horses and adhered to veterinary visit schedule, feeding routines and cleaning practices.
- Supported students needing extra assistance in learning basic tenets of horseback riding with patience and deliberation.
- Educated students on proper hoof care, vitamin and food supplements and proper conditions for horse health maintenance.
- Met needs of different students by adapting teaching materials and methods.
- Provided feedback, guidance and support to students on participation and performance.
- Monitored student progress and provided individualized instruction to meet student needs and goals.
- Worked closely with students and parents to increase positive feedback from parents and boost overall student success.
- Organized activities to promote learning and increase student enjoyment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share ideas and resources to enhance student experience and success.
- Supported students in identifying, setting and achieving personal goals.
- Created interactive activities to engage students and maximize learning.
- Assisted students in developing self-advocacy and support skills.
- Worked with fellow teachers to devise and implement support plans to help students excel.
- Helped students meet course goals by establishing clear objectives for lessons, units and projects.
- Advised students on selecting and developing effective study habits for self-enrichment topics.
Hostess
SELECT Resturant
07.2017 - 08.2019
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Trained new hostesses on customer service best practices and restaurant policies to maintain high standards of service.
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
- Monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
- Accommodated special seating requests for guests to enhance satisfaction.
- Assigned patrons to tables suitable for needs and restaurant section rotation.
- Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating.
- Developed and maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu items and daily specials to accurately respond to customer queries.
- Relayed guest comments or suggestions to manager on duty for further action.
- Provided adequate supply of place settings for tables and miscellaneous supplies for work stations to last throughout assigned shift.
- Enhanced customer experiences by efficiently managing reservations and seating arrangements.
- Reduced wait times for guests by effectively coordinating with other team members during peak hours.
- Increased overall dining satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving guest concerns or issues.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming environment, ensuring the comfort of guests throughout their visit.
- Streamlined communication between kitchen staff and servers to ensure accurate order fulfillment and timely delivery.
- Collaborated with management to implement new strategies for improving restaurant efficiency and guest satisfaction.
- Assisted in training new host staff, sharing best practices for maintaining a professional demeanor and efficient work habits.
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by providing personalized service and attention to special requests or preferences.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
- Strengthened team morale by fostering an atmosphere of collaboration, mutual respect, and open communication among all staff members.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Limestone College
Gaffney, SC12.2018
GED -
Gaffney High School
Gaffney, SC05.2014
Skills
- Physical Fitness
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Conflict Resolution
- Client Relationship Building
- Record Keeping
- Public Speaking
- Event Organization
- Teamwork Abilities
- Time Management
- Safety Awareness
- Problem Solving
Timeline
Riding Instructor
Thunderbay Riding Academy
09.2019 - 11.2023
Hostess
SELECT Resturant
07.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Limestone College
GED -
Gaffney High School
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