Oversaw front of house operations, taking 250+ orders daily during peak season, guiding customers on food recommendations and ingredients, while communicating with kitchen and bar staff to ensure accuracy and food safety.
Operated the expo station, packaged takeout orders, and plated dishes correctly during high-volume rushes.
Coordinated with two or more front-of-house staff to stock inventory, portion sauces, and complete prep tasks.
Volunteer
Autism Speaks Celebrity Chef Gala
New York, NY
03.2026 - 2026
Assisted chefs tableside to curate a signature dinner menu for philanthropic donors and guests
Set up and prepped courses at an upscale gala alongside 50 celebrity chefs including Bobby Flay, Daniel Boulud, Maneet Chauhan, and Mark Murphy
Assembled an egg toast amuse bouche topped with caviar and chive emulsion for 300+ guests.
Food Pantry Manager
Syracuse University Sustainability Management
Syracuse, NY
01.2025 - 05.2025
Lead daily pantry operations and supervised volunteers, stocked inventory, and coordinated weekly food shipments while ensuring food safety standards were met.
Oversaw community partnerships and donations, collaborating with campus organizations including to secure monthly donations and improve nutrition knowledge.
Advocated for food sustainability efforts by assisting with an 8-week Food Waste Audit at campus dining halls to track and reduce food waste.
Media Research Intern
Strategic Media Inc.
Portland, ME
06.2025 - Current
Reconcile ad media to ensure that orders are running correctly across markets.
Conduct comprehensive market research to support strategic planning initiatives.
Front of House Employee
Royal River Grill House
Yarmouth, ME
05.2024 - 08.2024
Greeted and seated guests while managing waitlists and up to 50+ reservations per shift.
Efficiently delivered meals for up to 100+ guests per shift during peak hours in an upscale, high-volume restaurant.
Communicated with kitchen staff and servers regarding order status, special requests, and allergies.
Alumni Ambassador
CEA CAPA Education Abroad
Syracuse, New York
09.2024 - 04.2025
Facilitated administrative tasks for student visa applications
Promoted study abroad opportunities through campus outreach initiatives