Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
Timeline
AWARDS
Trinity CertTESOL

Adrienne E. Witek

The Forge Lemont Quarries Adventure Park
Morris
3
Languages
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience

Compassionate manager with 5+ years of experience in the outdoor adventure, wellness and food service industries. Also an educator with 10+ years in various parts of education.

Work History

Recreation Manager

2 Years 6 Months
The Forge Lemont Quarries Adventure Park | 02.2024 - Current
  • Manage hiring, training and scheduling for daily operations according to labor budget.
  • Develop comprehensive training programs for staff, resulting in improved employee performance.
  • Oversee daily operations and equipment maintenance of 10+ activities, including but not limited to kayaking, archery, laser tag, axe throwing and mini golf to ensure safety standards are consistently met across all activities.
  • Analyze operational workflows identifying areas for efficiency improvements resulting in an enhanced service experience for guests and staff.
  • Plan, prioritize and execute projects across all activities during off season following yearly budget.

Behavioral Health Counselor

7 Months
Eating Recovery Center | 03.2023 - 10.2023
  • Monitored patient behavior and provided support to ensure safety and well-being.
  • Maintained professional boundaries while fostering a therapeutic alliance, ensuring optimal conditions for individuals seeking behavioral health support.
  • Assisted in implementing individualized treatment plans under supervision of licensed professionals.
  • Documented patient progress and communicated findings to healthcare team effectively.
  • Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
  • Provided crisis intervention services, successfully de-escalating situations and ensuring patient safety.
  • Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.

Cashier

5 Months
The Fat Shallot | 10.2022 - 03.2023
  • Efficiently handled front window register during service hours.
  • Prepped food truck before the start of shifts and cleaned entire food truck at the end of each day.
  • Assisted line cooks with preparing orders.
  • Maintained a clean workspace following food safety standards.

Studio Manager

2 Years 4 Months
Urban Souls Yoga Studio | 05.2020 - 09.2022
  • Navigated various prominent wellness management platforms.
  • Maintained studio equipment, including cameras, microphones and computers, to limit schedule disruptions.
  • Pleasantly greeted customers and asked open-ended questions to better determine needs.
  • Established a positive work environment, fostering collaboration among staff members to improve productivity and creativity.
  • Streamlined communication between instructors, staff, and clients for improved service delivery.

Barista/Supervisor

2 Years
Hidden Grounds Coffee | 01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Supervised daily operations of coffee service, ensuring high-quality beverage preparation and customer satisfaction.
  • Trained and mentored new baristas on coffee brewing techniques and equipment usage.
  • Enhanced customer experience by introducing seasonal menu items based on market trends and feedback.
  • Conducted regular quality control checks to maintain product consistency and adherence to health standards.
  • Managed cash handling processes with accuracy, maintaining proper accountability for daily transactions.
  • Contributed to an increase in repeat business by consistently delivering exceptional customer service experiences.
  • Implemented inventory management procedures, reducing waste and improving supply chain efficiency.

Tutor/Assistant to School Director

1 Year
AmeriCorps | 01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Collaborated with educators to align tutoring strategies with curriculum objectives and learning standards.
  • Developed individualized learning plans to enhance student engagement and academic performance.
  • Analyzed student feedback to improve tutoring sessions, ensuring tailored support for diverse learning needs.
  • Designed and ran an afterschool program on yoga ans mindfulness geared towards middle school aged students.
  • Assisted school director with cultivating student culture via an incentive program and various events.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

DePaul University | Chicago, IL | 03-2017

GPA: Magna Cum Laude

  • Elective Coursework: Bilingual education and teaching English as a second language
  • Study Abroad: Salamanca, Spain, Language and Culture

Skills

Cross cultural communication skills
Schedule management
Problem-solving
Communication
CPR certification
Facility management
Emergency preparedness
Organizational skills
Conflict resolution
Safety monitoring
Staff supervision

Certification

Trinity TESOL Certification

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

English (Native)
Spanish (C1)
French (A1)

Timeline

Recreation Manager

The Forge Lemont Quarries Adventure Park
02.2024 - CurrentRead More

Behavioral Health Counselor

Eating Recovery Center
03.2023 - 10.2023Read More

Cashier

The Fat Shallot
10.2022 - 03.2023Read More

Studio Manager

Urban Souls Yoga Studio
05.2020 - 09.2022Read More

Barista/Supervisor

Hidden Grounds Coffee
01.2019 - 01.2021Read More

Tutor/Assistant to School Director

AmeriCorps
01.2018 - 01.2019Read More

DePaul University

Bachelor of Arts from Spanish
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AWARDS

Tutor of the Month GOLCS DMS; 2019, Dean’s Award for Scholastic Excellence DePaul University; 2014-2016

Trinity CertTESOL

Completed 2017

Adrienne E. Witek