Kristian Ernst
Baton Rouge
Summary
Accomplished Flight Instructor at Plane Nutz Aviation, adept in emergency procedures and safety management, enhanced student pilot performance through innovative training techniques. Demonstrated exceptional customer service and organizational skills, leading to increased student satisfaction and progress tracking. Collaborated effectively with peers, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Flight Instructor
Plane Nutz Aviation
09.2024 - Current
- Led multiple training flights to include weather briefings, flight scheduling and safety measures to provide safe flights in training environment.
- Improved student pilot performance by implementing innovative training techniques and personalized lesson plans.
- Enhanced overall student satisfaction with tailored instruction methods, addressing individual learning needs and preferences.
- Developed lesson plans and conducted ground training modules covering aircraft systems across normal, abnormal and emergency operations.
- Adjusted and aligned course material to meet individual needs.
- Boosted student confidence levels by offering constructive feedback during debriefings after each instructional session.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the flight school environment through regular self-assessment and peer evaluations.
- Planned, forecasted, managed and scheduled training resources to support 3-4 training flights per week.
- Introduced digital logbook system, simplifying record-keeping and tracking of student progress.
- Provided career guidance to aspiring pilots, sharing information on various aviation pathways and opportunities within the industry.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to share resources, ideas, and insights, fostering a supportive professional community.
- Enhanced student understanding of complex aerodynamics with introduction of interactive learning tools.
- Supported students in achieving higher test scores by conducting thorough pre-exam reviews and mock tests.
- Mentored junior instructors, providing guidance on effective teaching strategies and best practices in aviation education.
- Maintained fleet of training aircraft, ensuring each was in optimal condition for safe flight operations.
- Led emergency procedure training, significantly increasing student confidence and competence in handling unexpected situations.
- Kept updated with developments in subject area curriculum, technical, and career trends and teaching resources and methods.
Backwaiter
Dakota
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Supported needs of an 8- person wait staff who attended to specific needs of countless customers daily for a fine dining restaurant with social relevancy and intentionality.
- Increased efficiency in service by effectively communicating with kitchen staff regarding special requests or modifications on orders.
- Maintained a professional appearance and attitude throughout each shift, contributing to a welcoming environment for guests.
- Handled difficult situations gracefully, calmly resolving any issues that arose during service hours.
- Provided assistance to both the front-of-house and back-of-house teams as needed, showcasing adaptability and dedication to overall restaurant success.
- Provided excellent service to diners through attentive monitoring of their needs and efficient assistance to the waitstaff.
- Aided in boosting sales through upselling techniques such as recommending appetizers or desserts based on guest preferences.
- Reduced wait times for guests by quickly delivering food orders from the kitchen to the dining area.
- Fostered a positive dining atmosphere by engaging with guests in a friendly and approachable manner.
- Collaborated with servers to ensure accurate order delivery, minimizing errors and enhancing guest satisfaction.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
- Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.
- Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
- Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
Backwaiter
The Anchor
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Supported needs of 12 person wait staff who attended to specific needs of countless customers daily for bar restaurant with social relevancy and intentionality.
- Increased efficiency in service by effectively communicating with kitchen staff regarding special requests or modifications on orders.
- Handled difficult situations gracefully, calmly resolving any issues that arose during service hours.
- Provided excellent service to diners through attentive monitoring of their needs and efficient assistance to the waitstaff.
- Maintained a professional appearance and attitude throughout each shift, contributing to a welcoming environment for guests.
Education
Aviation
Plane Nutz Aviation
Gonzales, LA01-2025
Aviation
Fly By Knight
Hammond, LA05-2024
High School Diploma -
Saint Paul's School
Covington, LA 05-2023
Skills
- Emergency procedures
- Safety management
- Expertise in aviation
- Federal aviation regulations familiarity
- Crew resource management
- Navigation proficiency
- Emergency procedures training
- Air traffic control communication
- Customer service
- Record keeping
- Student assessments
- Weather analysis expertise
- Progress tracking
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
Accomplishments
I am a highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic, consistently going above and beyond to meet deadlines and exceed expectations. My resilience allows me to thrive in challenging environments, adapting quickly to changing situations and overcoming obstacles with a positive, solution-oriented mindset. I am committed to continuous improvement, consistently learning from setbacks to enhance my performance. My ability to maintain focus and deliver results under pressure has enabled me to achieve both personal and team goals effectively.
Certification
Commercial Pilot's License
Instrument Rating
Certified Flight Instructor
350 total hours
80 hours of dual given
Timeline
Flight Instructor
Plane Nutz Aviation
09.2024 - Current
Backwaiter
Dakota
12.2023 - 02.2024
Backwaiter
The Anchor
04.2023 - 07.2023
Commercial Pilot's License
Instrument Rating
Certified Flight Instructor
350 total hours
80 hours of dual given
Aviation
Plane Nutz Aviation
Aviation
Fly By Knight
High School Diploma -
Saint Paul's School
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