Iris Khatra
Portland,Oregon
Summary
Detail-oriented college student passionate about urban planning, aiming to leverage research and analytical skills to enhance equitable, accessible urban systems while gaining insights from diverse community contexts.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff
Cowell Coffee Shop (Non-Transactional Café): UCSC Center for Agroecology)
09.2025 - Current
- Took on leadership responsibility for daily café operations, ensuring smooth, respectful service in a non-transactional environment
- Guided and supported interns by setting priorities, delegating tasks, and modeling best practices in community care and food service
- Introduced new interns and customers to the café's food sovereignty mission, helping translate values into everyday practice
- Maintained a welcoming, inclusive space for a diverse campus community
Intern
Cowell Coffee Shop
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Supported campus food sovereignty by expanding access to sustainable, culturally appropriate, and healthy food
- Managed the self check-in payment system and assisted customers in understanding the café's model
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to pace food distribution and maintain efficient workflow
- Assisted with food service, dishwashing, and café opening and closing procedures
Shift Lead
Pinolo Gelato Gelateria
04.2023 - 09.2025
- Led opening and evening shifts during high-volume rush periods by coordinating coworkers, prioritizing tasks, and maintaining smooth operations while delivering customer service, including espresso preparation, gelato service, and register management. Completed opening and closing procedures such as cash handling, till balancing, and thorough sanitization.
Speech & Debate Coach
Cleveland Cannibals Debate Team
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Design and carry out lessons to teach speech timing and structure to students; foster communication in a small group setting; lead a whole classroom effectively.
Counselor
Grace Art Camp
2022 - 2022
- Collaborated with directors and counselors to support campers ages 4–10, resolved conflicts, organized daily art activities, and maintained a clean, safe environment.
Tutor
Freelance Mandarin Language Tutor
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Supported learning for children (ages 8 and 11) by facilitating Mandarin-language conversation, promoting bilingual engagement, and teaching strong study habits.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies Major, Language Studies Minor
University of California, Santa Cruz
06.2028
International Baccalaureate Diploma - undefined
Cleveland High School
Portland, Oregon06.2024
Skills
- Team building and organization
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Mandarin conversation skills
- Team leadership
- Community outreach
- Sustainability practices
- Photography and printmaking
Timeline
Staff
Cowell Coffee Shop (Non-Transactional Café): UCSC Center for Agroecology)
09.2025 - Current
Intern
Cowell Coffee Shop
04.2025 - 06.2025
Shift Lead
Pinolo Gelato Gelateria
04.2023 - 09.2025
Speech & Debate Coach
Cleveland Cannibals Debate Team
01.2022 - 01.2024
Tutor
Freelance Mandarin Language Tutor
01.2020 - 01.2021
International Baccalaureate Diploma - undefined
Cleveland High School
Counselor
Grace Art Camp
2022 - 2022
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies Major, Language Studies Minor
University of California, Santa Cruz