Jillian Reschke
Normal
Summary
Motivated and adaptable individual with a strong commitment to academic excellence, social justice, and community-centered inquiry. Possesses foundational knowledge of the intersections between race, education, and the criminal justice system, along with proficiency in Spanish and experience teaching essential life skills. Demonstrates strong communication, cultural competence, and analytical abilities, with a particular interest in examining how educational inequities shape justice-system involvement. Dedicated to thoughtful application of knowledge and continuous learning in support of more equitable policy and practice.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Server Assistant
Epiphany Farms Restaurant
Bloomington, IL
08.2025 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for guests.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down dining room for special events and peak service times.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment during busy shifts.
- Enhanced communication between front-of-house and back-of-house teams for improved service flow.
- Assisted preparation of food plates, overseeing quality, and appearance.
- Supported overall restaurant success by stepping in to assist other team members during peak service hours.
Person in Charge
Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches
Bloomington, IL
07.2022 - 08.2025
- Oversaw daily operations ensuring efficient food production and exceptional customer service
- Trained and mentored team members on food safety protocols and operational procedures
- Implemented inventory management practices to optimize stock levels and reduce waste
- Helped develop staff relationships and schedules, aligning resources with peak business hours for improved service
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
Swim Instructor
Normal Parks and Recreation
Normal, IL
05.2022 - 08.2024
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for diverse age groups.
- Instructed individuals in swimming techniques, ensuring safety and skill progression.
- Monitored student performance, providing constructive feedback to enhance skills.
- Took note of strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
- Fostered a warm student to teacher relationship
- Developed individualized swim programs for students with diverse special needs.
- Communicated with and taught students in the Spanish language
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Heartland Community College
Normal, Illinois, ILNo Degree - Criminal Justice
Illinois State University
Normal, Illinois, IL05-2027
High School Diploma -
Normal West High School
Normal, IL12-2023
Skills
- Cross-cultural understanding
- Collaborative teamwork
- Personalized education
- Bilingual communication skills
- Reliable commitment to tasks
- Hospitality service expertise
- Strong information recall
- Professional demeanor and Positive attitude
- Goal oriented
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Turkish
Elementary
Timeline
Server Assistant
Epiphany Farms Restaurant
08.2025 - Current
Person in Charge
Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches
07.2022 - 08.2025
Swim Instructor
Normal Parks and Recreation
05.2022 - 08.2024
No Degree - General Studies
Heartland Community College
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Illinois State University
High School Diploma -
Normal West High School