Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Awards
Affiliations
Timeline
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Aaron M. Orr, III

Summary

A versatile and proactive professional with a strong work ethic. Thrives on taking initiative and tackling tasks head-on. Adapts quickly to changing circumstances, making me a valuable asset to any team. Renowned for constantly seeking opportunities to learn and grow, always striving to stay ahead of the curve in my field.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Fry Cook

Cook Out
04.2025 - Current
  • Cleaned, stocked, and restocked workstations.
  • Enhanced food quality by ensuring proper cooking times and temperatures for various fried foods.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment, collaborating with fellow cooks and staff members.

Substitute Band Teacher, 6-8

Durham Public Schools (Shepard MS)
09.2024 - 11.2024
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes and tempo
  • Enhanced students'' understanding of music theory through engaging activities and exercises.
  • Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
  • Improved student musicianship by incorporating a variety of teaching methods and techniques.
  • Mentored students of different ages and backgrounds in music theory and performance.

Cook/Cashier

BB's Crispy Chicken
02.2024 - 06.2024
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Operated large-volume cooking equipment such as grills and deep fryers.
  • Cleaned, stocked, and restocked workstations and display cases.
  • Enhanced food quality by ensuring proper cooking times and temperatures for various fried foods.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment, collaborating with fellow cooks and staff members.
  • Operated fryers and grills by pouring oil and placing food items on surface to fry or grill.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.

Garden Center/Seasonal Associate

Walmart
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries, concerns, and offering appropriate solutions.
  • Optimized product presentation by regularly updating display arrangements based on seasonality or trends.
  • Supported successful store operations by maintaining clean, safe, and well-organized work environments.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels

Store Associate

7-Eleven
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Maintained clean and orderly work station.
  • Rang up customers' orders by scanning products and keying prices into register.
  • Checked customer identification for alcohol, cigarette, and lottery sales.
  • Provided accurate cash handling and timely transactions, ensuring smooth operations at the register.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment for improved customer experience.
  • Managed inventory and restocked shelves as needed to maintain adequate product availability.
  • Completed end-of-shift paperwork accurately and promptly for seamless handoff between shifts

Sales Associate

One Love Smoke Shop - High Life
05.2021 - 07.2021
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Provided training to new staff on sales techniques and store procedures, ensuring consistent customer service experience.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care

Assistant Music Teacher

Friendship Academy of Music Education
06.2017 - 08.2019
  • Improved student musicianship by incorporating a variety of teaching methods and techniques.
  • Mentored students of different ages and backgrounds in music theory and performance.
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, and chords.

Cold Press Operator/ Juicerista

Clean Juice
06.2019 - 07.2019
  • Prepared and restocked cold pressed juices
  • Prepared fresh juices, smoothies, salads, and toast for customers
  • Washed dishes
  • Swept and mopped the kitchen floor
  • Skills included Customer service, multitasking, cheerful outlook, and problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma -

Merancas Middle College High School
Huntersville, NC
06.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Music

North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC
12-2025

Skills

  • Adaptable to change
  • Customer service
  • Work ethic and integrity
  • Cash handling
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • POS system operations
  • Safe food handling
  • Team collaboration

Awards

Drum Major, Fall 2024-25, Drumline Section Leader (NCCU), Fall 2022, Snare Drum Section Leader (NCCU), Fall 2021-22, John Philip Sousa Award, 2019

Affiliations

  • National Honors Society, Fall 2018
  • ΦΦΚ, Honors Society, 2019
  • African American Male Initiative (Cohort 12), Fall 2020
  • ΚΚΨ, National Honorary Band Fraternity Inc. (Spring 2022 - ΖΣ)
  • Prince Hall Affiliated, Free and Accepted Mason (Unique Lodge No. 85)

Timeline

Fry Cook

Cook Out
04.2025 - Current

Substitute Band Teacher, 6-8

Durham Public Schools (Shepard MS)
09.2024 - 11.2024

Cook/Cashier

BB's Crispy Chicken
02.2024 - 06.2024

Garden Center/Seasonal Associate

Walmart
06.2023 - 08.2023

Store Associate

7-Eleven
06.2022 - 08.2022

Sales Associate

One Love Smoke Shop - High Life
05.2021 - 07.2021

Cold Press Operator/ Juicerista

Clean Juice
06.2019 - 07.2019

Assistant Music Teacher

Friendship Academy of Music Education
06.2017 - 08.2019

High School Diploma -

Merancas Middle College High School

Bachelor of Arts - Music

North Carolina Central University
Aaron M. Orr, III