Adriana Iglendza
Summary
First year Undergraduate at Loyola University Chicago pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biology/Biological Science. Anticipated graduation May 2027. Actively pursuing an opportunity to gain lab experience in biological research. Available for part-time internship opportunities during Spring 2024 and/or full time Summer 2024.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Hostess & Waitress
Anita's Family Restaurant
Nokomis, Florida
10.2022 - Current
- Worked as a waitress and hostess greeting and serving customers, gaining customer service experience, and learning to work with a team of servers.
- Took orders from patrons accurately and efficiently.
- Garnished dishes and beverages to serve visually appealing menu items.
- Informed customers of daily specials and signature menu items.
- Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
- Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
- Prepared checks, itemizing total meal costs and taxes.
- Currently work part time on school breaks (Winter/Spring/Summer).
Barista
Venice Island Coffee
Venice, Florida
07.2021 - Current
- Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
- Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, washing dishes, and cleaning floors.
- Washed and cleaned coffee maker, french press and espresso machine to remove mineral and hard water deposits.
- Utilized POS system to receive and process customer payments.
- Prepared and served coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees and teas.
- Followed safety procedures while operating machinery such as grinders and espresso machines.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies and restocked when necessary.
- Currently work part time on school breaks (Winter/Spring/Summer).
Education
High School Diploma -
Venice High School
Venice, FL06-2023
B.A.Sc., Biology/ Biological Sciences, General - Biology
Loyola University
Chicago, ILSouthern College of Florida
OnlineLiberty University Academy
OnlineHeritage Christian School
Indianapolis, INPractical Experience With Lab Equipment
- Compound Microscopes
- Glassware
- Pipettes
- Vacuum Filtration Systems
- Balances
- Hot Plates
- Lab Ovens
- Spectrometers
Practical Basic Lab Skills
- Preparation of Slides
- Viewing Specimens Under the Microscope
- Pipette Work
- Analytical Work
- Chemical Analysis
- Calibration
- Performance of Acid-Base Extractions
- Lab Safety
Volunteer Experience
- St. Francis Humane Society: 2022-2023
- St. George Greek Orthodox Church Greek Fest: 2019, 2021 & 2023
Affiliations
Intramural Sports at Loyola University Chicago
Years Participated: 2023 - Present
Activity: Coed intramural Volleyball 4 hours per week, 1 game weekly
Heritage Christian School Athletics
Years Participated: 9th & 10th Grade
Activity: JV Tennis (9th) & Varsity Tennis (10th)
Heritage Christian School Theater
Years participated: 2019 - 2021
Activity: Set design, painting, setup & teardown for Fiddler on the Roof
Visual Arts
Years participated: 2019 - Present
Activity: Ongoing coursework in a variety of visual art mediums along with participating in student showcases at Heritage Christian School, Venice High School and Loyola University.
Indiana Academy of Dance
Activity: Ages 4-15 years, 30 hours per week/48 weeks Russian ballet training for 3 annual performances.
Timeline
Restaurant Hostess & Waitress
Anita's Family Restaurant
10.2022 - Current
Barista
Venice Island Coffee
07.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Venice High School
B.A.Sc., Biology/ Biological Sciences, General - Biology
Loyola University
Southern College of Florida
Liberty University Academy
Heritage Christian School