Michael Askew
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Motivated and disciplined student with a strong academic background, real-world leadership experience, and a deep commitment to a career in aviation. Balancing rigorous coursework with hands-on experience as a part-time manager and cashier at Capella Pizzeria, I have developed exceptional time management, problem-solving, and communication skills. My dedication to aviation is evident through my active pursuit of flight training and aeronautical knowledge, where I’ve demonstrated sound decision-making and a passion for safety and precision in the air. This combination of academic excellence, workplace responsibility, and aviation ambition makes me a well-rounded and driven candidate for Auburn University and its Professional Flight Program.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cashier/Pizza Maker/Part-time Manager
Capella Pizzeria
4700 US-280 Suite 13, Birmingham, AL 35242
01.2023 - Current
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
- Rolled and shaped dough to correct sizes and shapes based on orders to fit in oven and cook evenly.
- Learned and memorized menu items and specials to provide accurate and up-to-date information to kitchen staff.
- Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
- Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
- Would handle and take 40-70 calls per day from customers and get them the product they wanted to perfection
Education
Current High School Student - Aspiring Aviation, Professional Flight Student
Oak Mountain High School
Birmingham, AL05-2030
Skills
- Demonstrated academic excellence with a strong foundation in mathematics, physics, and analytical reasoning
- Proficient in Calculus I and aerodynamics-related science coursework; prepared for rigorous technical aviation studies
- Communication Skills
- Actively pursuing my Private Pilot Certificate (PPL) with logged hours in cross-country, and dual instruction
- Trained in FAA Part 61 procedures; familiar with preflight planning, airspace classifications, and emergency protocols
- Time Management Skills
- Effective in both individual and crew-based flight operations, with strong leadership and coordination skills
- Leading a Team
- Excels under pressure with a calm, focused mindset, especially during abnormal or emergency flight procedures
- Passionate about aviation and driven to pursue a professional career in piloting through structured, collegiate flight training
- Proven time-management skills balancing academics, flight training, and personal commitments with professionalism and integrity
- Adaptable and reliable; prepared to manage variable flight schedules, weather delays, and operational constraints
- Committed to lifelong learning and the advancement of aviation safety and leadership within the flight community
- Budgeting
- Patience and empathy
Accomplishments
- FBLA/DECA President 2024-Current
- Oak Mountain High School Ambassadors Program 2023-Current
- Senior Patrol Leader (SPL) for Troop in BSA (Boy Scouts of America) with track to receive eagle scout
- Active Member in OA (order of the arrow) for BSA
- Microsoft Word 2019 Certified
- Powerpoint 2019 Certified
- Excel 2019 Certified
Certification
- Student Pilot Certificate
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Cashier/Pizza Maker/Part-time Manager
Capella Pizzeria
01.2023 - Current
Current High School Student - Aspiring Aviation, Professional Flight Student
Oak Mountain High School