Katherine Gillies
Franklin
Summary
Self-motivated athletic professional with extensive experience in teamwork, leadership, time management, and working under pressure. Determined and focused mindset that values relationship building and teamwork, as well as strives to help others maximize their full potential.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Bottle Server/Cocktail Server
Big Night Entertainment Group
09.2024 - Current
- Built strong relationships with returning clientele, fostering loyalty and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
- Increased overall sales by upselling premium bottles, mixers, and additional services.
- Ensured compliance with all alcohol handling laws, contributing to a safe environment for patrons.
- Exhibited exceptional multitasking abilities while managing multiple tables simultaneously without sacrificing quality of service.
- Handled high-pressure situations with poise, maintaining professionalism during peak hours or special events.
Personal Trainer
Self Employed
01.2023 - Current
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
- Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
- Educated clients on importance of proper nutrition to reach fitness objectives.
- Motivated participants through one-on-one instruction and positive feedback.
Bartender
Glenpharmer Distillery
08.2022 - Current
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Responsible for creating, mixing, and skillfully preparing crafted cocktails in a timely manner.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, processing payments, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication as well as verifying age requirements.
- Providing guests with a positive and memorable experience by engaging with them, answering questions, and providing recommendations.
Swim Instructor
Sunsational Swim School
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Scheduled several swim lessons each week
- Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
- Traveled to multiple families homes throughout work day
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
Lead Lifeguard
Adirondack Club
09.2017 - 08.2021
- Cooperated fully with manager to identify areas of concern and ascertain reliable methods for remediation.
- 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 and managed team of lifeguards on pool safety and risk management protocols.
- Performed pool tests, recorded results and adjusted chemical levels to reach appropriate measurements.
- Responded to life-threatening emergencies and provided first aid and CPR.
- Monitored assigned areas for unsafe activity and took corrective actions.
- Entered water immediately to pull struggling swimmers to safety.
- Prevented falls near and into pool by calmly reminding patrons to exercise caution around edges.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications & Psychology
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI05.2022
Skills
- Division I full scholarship athlete
- 3-time Atlantic-10 Champion
- 3-time NCAA competitor
- Attended the Under 23 Olympic Development Training Camp
- Competed for National Physique Committee (NPC)
Accomplishments
- Aims to display in artistic fashion pronounced muscle mass, symmetry, and definition for overall aesthetic effect
- Works closely with qualified coach to stay consistent on proper training as well as nutrition
- Engage in resistance and endurance training to stimulate hypertrophy, while also reducing stress hormones and stimulating the production of endorphins
- Engage in multi-month periods dedicating myself to preparing the best possible package for competitions by enduring significant and sustained energy deprivation in the form of a calorie deficit to lose body fat
- Competed at the National Qualifying 2024 NPC Connecticut Grand Prix placing third in my division
Timeline
Bottle Server/Cocktail Server
Big Night Entertainment Group
09.2024 - Current
Personal Trainer
Self Employed
01.2023 - Current
Bartender
Glenpharmer Distillery
08.2022 - Current
Swim Instructor
Sunsational Swim School
06.2022 - 08.2022
Lead Lifeguard
Adirondack Club
09.2017 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Communications & Psychology
University of Rhode Island
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