Jesse McMinn
Valpraiso
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lifeguard Supervisor
Boomers! Parks
04.2023 - Current
- Provided maximum pool area surveillance and response to emergencies by rescuing pool patrons and administering first aid.
- Evaluated employees' daily job performance by adhering to development plans and personnel performance action plans.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Conducted patrols to identify and help those in need of immediate care and assistance.
- Trained new lifeguard staff and held hour long training sessions for existing team.
- Oversaw equipment storage space by assigning cleaning and organizing duties.
- Resolved member issues or complaints by listening and addressing issues directly or assigning tasks to other staff.
- Used radio and digital technology to stay in constant communication with other protective service workers.
Lead Lifeguard
Boomers! Parks
05.2022 - Current
- Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations
- Maintained strong proficiency in CPR, First Aid and rescue techniques to provide optimal support to individuals in distress
- Patrolled to identify anyone needing assistance and offered immediate care
- Collaborated closely with team to identify issues and quickest methods for remediation
- Kept equipment in good working order with frequent inspections and minor repairs
- Explained safety rules and procedures regarding activities to patrons and guests to inform and educate
- Informed patrons of unsafe or hazardous conditions and requested alternative activities
- Participated in monthly training courses to stay up-to-date in water rescue techniques
- Used radio and digital technology to stay in constant communication with other protective service workers
- Examined recreational equipment for signs of damage and potential safety risks.
Food Runner
Tailfins Alehouse & Oyster Bar
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Double-checked meals placed in window against customer tickets for accuracy
- Gained broad base knowledge in restaurant operations, both front-of-house and back-of-house
- Transferred supplies and ingredients between storage and kitchen areas by hand or cart
- Stocked service supply areas with tableware, garnishes and prepared food
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment
- Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism
- Supported serving staff in delivering accurate and well-presented food orders.
Server Assistant
Seagar's
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Set up tables and chairs for parties and large groups
- Assisted servers with monitoring tables for customer satisfaction, quality and additional service
- Cleared dishes after courses for prompt table maintenance
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers
- Complied with health and safety rules, regulations and procedures to maintain safe environment
- Retrieved and transported dirty tableware to dishwashing area
- Maintained adequate levels of linens, trays and silverware items for customers and performed washing and sanitation
- Assessed dining areas for broken glass, leaks and other safety issues and reported incidents to on-duty supervisor
- Pushed wheeled carts to sort items at ware wash area
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment
- Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism
- Removed trays and stacked dishes for return to kitchen after finished meals
- Filled and served various beverages for customers
- Welcomed guests with personable attitude and brought beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
Lifeguard
Boomers! Parks
06.2020 - 05.2022
- Watched over swimmers to respond quickly to distress situations
- Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations
- Cautioned swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards
- Observed sections of assigned water zone of responsibility
- Cleaned, brushed and vacuumed pool to keep clean
- Alerted patrons of storm conditions and directed to exit water immediately during local severe weather situations
- Reminded patrons to walk carefully and avoid running around or near pool edges to prevent falls
- Adhered strictly to emergency action plans.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Northwest Florida State College
High School Diploma -
Niceville Senior High School
Skills
- Pool Operations
- First and CPR Instruction
- Safety Training
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Safety Procedures
- Calm Under Pressure
- Decision Making
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Heavy Lifting
- Work Prioritization
- Customer Service
- Opening and Closing Procedures
- Distressed Person Rescue
- Issue Resolution
Additional Information
I have applied to 4 Universities for their Aerospace engineering program and am currently waiting on acceptance
- University of Central Florida
- Florida Polytechnic University
- University of Florida
- Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Timeline
Lifeguard Supervisor
Boomers! Parks
04.2023 - Current
Food Runner
Tailfins Alehouse & Oyster Bar
09.2022 - 01.2023
Lead Lifeguard
Boomers! Parks
05.2022 - Current
Server Assistant
Seagar's
10.2021 - 05.2022
Lifeguard
Boomers! Parks
06.2020 - 05.2022
Associate of Arts -
Northwest Florida State College
High School Diploma -
Niceville Senior High School
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