• Worked for Dr. Andrew Leaky refining hundreds of different genetic variations of maize plants to increase the crop yield in regards to height, stability, genetic makeup, and crop strength• Focused on cultivating maize responses to different atmospheric conditions to facilitate discussion• Participated in field work and refined skills such as tractor management and minirhizotron tube installation to utilize in research to visualize and image roots in 3D to better extract information• Engaged in precise and intricate lab work utilizing procured root, leaf, flower, and soil samples• Created a skill set involving identification, processing, and management of maize variations

• Prepared and served beverages in a timely manner; demonstrated excellence in service and hospitality utilizing interpersonal communication skills • Maintained cash resources by computing sales prices and processing up to 500 payments a day• Promoted and implemented effective marketing campaigns targeted at specific customer segments for all new food items

• Facilitated payment transactions and reduced the time customers spent in line• Increased revenue and Target Red Card subscribers through sales technique• Aided customers and resolved problems in a timely manner

• Greeted customers, developed rapport; accepted, processed and delivered orders• Prioritized and multitasked effectively in a fast paced, high stress environment • Anticipated customer concerns and sustained a unique dining experience• Cultivated high level skills in dispute resolution and financial management