Arden O'Neil

Experience

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  Mambo House (Cuban Restaurant and Bar)

  Jun 2015 - Nov 2015

  Hostess

  I welcomed and seated guests while managing the phones to process all ToGo Orders and make note of any messages to be passed on to upper management. Additionally, I assisted the wait staff in the care of the patrons and bused all tables.

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  Equipt Aquatics

  Apr 2017 - Sept 2017

  Head Lifeguard, Lifeguard, & Swim Coach

  Head LifeguardAfter entering as a standard Lifeguard, I was promoted to Head Lifeguard and was given the responsibility of overseeing the other 10 lifeguards employed at the facility. LifeguardAs a lifeguard, I was responsible for monitoring patron safety and performing needed rescues to protect lives. Additionally, I worked with my fellow lifeguards to maintain the working condition of the pool and it equipment, all the while ensuring effective surveillance and a constant state of attentiveness throughout the facility. Swim CoachI effectively lead lessons from beginner to advanced, and ages children to adults all the while tailoring lesson plans to the needs of the patrons. Show less

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  Equipt Aquatics

  Apr 2018 - Sept 2018

  Regional Manager

  As a regional manager, I oversaw the company's North Round Rock region and was responsible for over 40 employees. My responsibilities included hiring and training new staff, maintaining functioning teams of lifeguards and pool monitors, and conducting regular in-services to refresh all safety skills and reinforce company expectations. I earned my American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification, and taught several CPR/AED and Lifeguard Certification classes.

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  REI

  Aug 2020 - now

  Manager over the Hardgoods department, including but not limited to: camping, climbing, watercraft, and bikes Sales Lead of the Softgoods department and store Visual Lead

  • Department Manager

    Jun 2023 - now

  • Sales Lead

    Jul 2022 - Jun 2023

  • Retail Sales Specialist

    Aug 2020 - Jul 2022