Brandy McGill
Gurnee
Summary
Personable and motivated with strong ability to lead teams effectively and maintain positive work environment. Demonstrates understanding of operational procedures and possesses strong organizational and communication skills. Committed to driving team success and ensuring high levels of productivity.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Shift Leader
Rainbow Cone
Gurnee, IL
06.2026 - 08.2026
- Coordinated shift duties, ensuring smooth customer service and timely task completion.
- Handled POS transactions accurately, balancing cash drawer and resolving register issues.
- Supported opening and closing procedures, maintaining readiness for daily operations.
- Monitored food safety standards, keeping work areas clean and compliant.
- Measured ingredients accurately to prepare ice cream batches following standard recipes and production procedures.
- Operated mixing and freezing equipment safely while maintaining consistent product texture and quality.
- Monitored temperatures and batch conditions to support safe processing and reliable output.
- Cleaned and sanitized work surfaces, utensils, and machines to meet food safety standards.
- Packaged finished ice cream products carefully to preserve freshness and presentation.
- Replenished ingredients and supplies to keep production areas organized and ready for use.
- Adapted quickly to daily production tasks while learning quality and sanitation expectations.
Lifeguard
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor
Gurnee, IL
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Monitored wave pools and attraction zones for unsafe behavior, maintaining guest safety and compliance.
- Responded to distressed swimmers quickly using standard rescue techniques and emergency equipment.
- Enforced water park safety rules consistently to reduce hazards around slides, pools, and decks.
- Performed regular zone scans to identify risks, debris, and potential incidents before escalation.
- Supported injured guests with first aid while following incident reporting procedures.
- Communicated clearly with guests and team members to coordinate safe attraction operations.
- Assisted with opening and closing duties, including checking rescue gear and safety stations.
- Completed required lifeguard training, strengthening CPR, rescue, and emergency response readiness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resources And Environmental Science
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05-2030
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Cash handling
- Team leadership
- Problem-solving
- Customer service focus
- Strong verbal and written communication
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Interests
- Long Distance Running
- Weight Lifting
- Drawing and Painting
- Fashion
- Gardening
- Music
- Outdoor Recreation
- Hiking
- Backpacking
- Baking
Timeline
Shift Leader
Rainbow Cone
06.2026 - 08.2026
Lifeguard
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor
05.2025 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resources And Environmental Science
University of Kentucky
Awards
- 1. The Warren Way Leadership Award- I was nominated by my AP Environmental Science teacher for consistently demonstrating the school's core values of respect, resilience, and active community engagement.
- 2. Cross Country Team Captain- Varsity Cross Country | Warren Township High School | [Fall, 2025] Elected by peers and coaches to lead workouts, mentor underclassmen, and foster a supportive, resilient team culture for a squad of nearly 40 runners.