ISAIAH SALGADO
Chicago,USA
Summary
Proven leader and dedicated professional with extensive experience in child supervision and water safety, honed at Chicago Park District and other notable venues. Excelled in enhancing swimmer confidence and safety, demonstrating strong leadership and empathy. Skilled in lifeguard certification and customer service, consistently improving learning environments and safety protocols.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Crew Member
Chipotle
Chicago, IL
04.2025 - Current
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
Crew Member
Rasing Canes
Chicago, IL
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing change, and counting money back to customers.
- Greeted customers in a friendly and professional manner, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated with other crew members to complete assigned tasks quickly and effectively.
- Cross-trained in multiple positions within the store as needed.
- Practiced safe food handling techniques according to company policies and procedures.
- Kept kitchen clean by sweeping and mopping floors, washing dishes, and disposing of trash.
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously during busy periods.
- Consistently provided friendly customer service while interacting with guests in a professional manner.
- Cleaned and sanitized store restroom areas and stalls.
- Packaged and labeled to-go and delivery orders for pickup.
- Good at closing shifts able to work fast and efficient
Swim Instructor/Lifeguard
Blue Gems Swim School
Chicago, IL
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Addressed behavioral issues promptly using a fair and consistent approach, fostering a respectful learning environment for all participants
- Improved swimmer confidence by providing consistent positive reinforcement and constructive feedback on technique
- Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs
- Prepared equipment before each class class and stored items promptly after classes
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels
- Assisted in setting up pool deck, cleaning up public areas and closing pool in unsafe conditions
- Adjusted lesson pacing according to individual student needs while adhering to established curriculum guidelines, ensuring optimal progress for all learners
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress
- Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support
- Assisted in developing emergency action plans for various aquatic facilities, ensuring preparedness for any situation
- Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis
- Improved response times by conducting thorough lifeguard drills and training sessions
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool
- Prevented accidents through regular equipment inspections and maintenance
Security
Monterreysecurity
Chicago, IL
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Company Overview: Helped work for the Chicago bears at Soldier Field and multiple concerts and events all around the city of Chicago also this company was the main security for Allstate arena, Lincoln Park Zoo, The Shedd Aquarium, Soldier Field, and Seat Geek Stadium
- Monitored personnel access and maintained accurate security records
- Worked closely with security personnel to identify and handle potential security threats, ensuring passenger safety
- Managed security staff rotation for position coverage on breaks
- Kept team compliant with security protocols and appearance standards
- Helped work for the Chicago bears at Soldier Field and multiple concerts and events all around the city of Chicago also this company was the main security for Allstate arena, Lincoln Park Zoo, The Shedd Aquarium, Soldier Field, and Seat Geek Stadium
- Facilitated communication between various departments regarding security concerns.
Wheelchair Agent
Prospect
Chicago, IL
04.2023 - 02.2024
- Assisted unaccompanied minors and special needs passengers also older people by transporting and claiming personal baggage and belongings
- Read boarding paperwork to identify international and domestic flight information, special service requests, names and dates to help special needs passengers locate correct gate
- Ensured timely boarding for passengers with disabilities, carefully navigating through crowded terminals
- Enhanced passenger comfort by efficiently assisting with wheelchair transfers and mobility support
- Promoted a culture of safety by properly maintaining equipment, reporting any issues or damages immediately, and adhering to established safety guidelines in all aspects of work performance
- Accurately documented each assisted passenger's information, maintaining organized records and ensuring timely billing of services rendered
- Facilitated smooth travel experiences by providing exceptional customer service and addressing individual needs
- Provided friendly and efficient customer service while assisting wheelchair passengers with their travel needs.
- Operated various types of wheelchairs safely in order to transport passengers through airports, train stations, and other transportation hubs.
- Developed strong relationships with customers, ensuring a comfortable and safe trip for all travelers requiring wheelchairs or other mobility assistance.
- Monitored passenger progress throughout their journey, offering assistance whenever needed along the way.
Lifeguard
Chicago Park District
Chicago, IL
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress
- Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support
- Assisted in developing emergency action plans for various aquatic facilities, ensuring preparedness for any situation
- Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis
- Improved response times by conducting thorough lifeguard drills and training sessions
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool
- Prevented accidents through regular equipment inspections and maintenance
- Remained calm and poised during periods of stress or when dealing with difficult people.
- Recognized swimmers in need of assistance, immediately acting to provide aid.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Prosser Career Academy
IL06.2023
Skills
- Customer Service
- Patience and Empathy
- Child Supervision
- Creative Thinking
- Water safety knowledge
- Rule Enforcement
- Continuous Learning Attitude
- Issue Resolution
- Parent Communication
- Safety Training
- Lifeguard certification
- First and CPR instruction
- Strong leadership
- Conflict resolution abilities
- Time Management
- Leadership and Coaching
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Multitasking and organization
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Taking orders
- Flexible schedule
- Heavy lifting
- Safe food handle
- Safety
- Safety awareness
- Always willing to learn
- Learning agility
Certification
- Food handler Jan 2025
- Lifeguarding with CPR/AED Aug 2024
LANGUAGES
English Native
Spanish Bilingual
Timeline
Crew Member
Chipotle
04.2025 - Current
Crew Member
Rasing Canes
01.2025 - 03.2025
Swim Instructor/Lifeguard
Blue Gems Swim School
08.2024 - 11.2024
Security
Monterreysecurity
03.2024 - 07.2024
Wheelchair Agent
Prospect
04.2023 - 02.2024
Lifeguard
Chicago Park District
04.2022 - 09.2022
High School Diploma - undefined
Prosser Career Academy