Allan Ruggeri Ray
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Bio: Biology major with strong foundations in wildlife ecology, fieldwork, biological systems, experimental reasoning, and data analysis. Experienced in evaluating logic, interpreting results, and communicating scientific reasoning clearly. Bilingual (English/Spanish), adaptable, and comfortable learning new tools and frameworks. I want to know more about the world to put it plainly. I refuse to remain stagnant and comfortable in what I know.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Server/ Bartender / Manager
1885 Grill
St. Elmo
04.2022 - 03.2026
- Managed responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
- Communicated clearly with diverse individuals.
- Managed daily cash handling, deposits, and register reconciliation.
- Oversaw restaurant financial operations including sales tracking and labor costs.
Server
The Catfish House
Springfield, TN
12.2017 - 08.2021
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Tennessee At Chattanooga
TN, USA05-2026
Skills
- Bilingual: English & Spanish
- Fieldwork and sampling
- Data analysis and interpretation
- GIS experience
- Independent work and remote collaboration
- Strong work ethic
- Task delegation
- Wildlife research
Timeline
Server/ Bartender / Manager
1885 Grill
04.2022 - 03.2026
Server
The Catfish House
12.2017 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Tennessee At Chattanooga
Activities
- Tennessee All-State Band Selection - Selected multiple times through competitive statewide auditions.
- Concert / Symphonic Band Member - Performed through all years of high school.
- Soccer Athlete- Competed in team-based athletics emphasizing teamwork & strategy.
- Track & Field Athlete - Learned discipline and developed physical conditioning that I still carry with me today.