Zachary Retka
Rosemount,MN
Summary
Commercial Aviation student at the University of North Dakota specializing in Aviation Safety, with FAA Commercial, Multi-Engine, and Instrument ratings. Dedicated to fostering a safety-first mindset, strong fundamentals, and professionalism in student pilots. Motivated to join UND as a Certified Flight Instructor to provide high-quality instruction and contribute to a culture of consistency, accountability, and excellence
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Server / To-Go Specialist / Service Professional / Bartender / Trainer
Olive Garden
03.2024 - Current
- Performed multiple front-of-house roles in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, demonstrating strong situational awareness and the ability to prioritize tasks under pressure
- Communicated clearly and professionally with guests and team members, reinforcing strong interpersonal and instructional communication skills
- Proactively identified and resolved customer issues, exercising sound judgment and decision-making in dynamic situations
- Trained and mentored new employees on service standards and procedures, developing instructional skills applicable to student pilot training
Education
Bachelor of Science - Commercial Aviation Specialized In Aviation Safety
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND05-2027
High School Diploma -
Rosemout High School
Rosemount, MN06-2022
Skills
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Conflict resolution
- Crew Resource Management (CRM)
- Aeronautical Decision Making (ADM)
- Risk Management
- Flight planning
- Glass Cockpit Systems (G1000)
Flight Experience
Total Time: 240.2 hours
• Pilot in Command (PIC): 23.8
• Cross Country: 52.7
• Night: 25.7
• Instrument: 40.2 (Actual: .9 | Simulated: 39.3)
• Multi-Engine: 26.9
Certifications And Ratings
- FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate, Airplane Single-Engine Land (ASEL), Multi-Engine Land (AMEL)
- Instrument Rating
- Medical Certificate |Class 1| exp.03/31/31
- Endorsements, Complex
Leadership Awards
- PACERS National Unity Award Recipient, 2022
References
- Will O’Connell, 765-341-4557, Previous CFI
- Jacob Rick, 262-995-5929, Previous CFI
- Goran Miljanovic, 701-620-1413, Olive Garden Manager
Timeline
Server / To-Go Specialist / Service Professional / Bartender / Trainer
Olive Garden
03.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Commercial Aviation Specialized In Aviation Safety
University of North Dakota
High School Diploma -
Rosemout High School