Jessica Sauerman
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Hardworking and compassionate professional dedicated to environmental conservation. Meticulous and detail-oriented with excellent observational, organizational, and communication skills. Driven to learn and contribute to protecting, restoring, and enhancing environmental resources for a sustainable future.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Bartender
The Niagara Tap
Largo, FL
6 2021 - Current
- Maintain excellent customer service in fast-paced work environment
- Perform heavy lifting often exceeding 50 lbs
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Contributed innovative ideas for seasonal cocktail menus that attracted new clientele while retaining regulars.
- Supported special events through attentive service, adapting quickly to varying needs of guests or clients.
- Contributed to maintaining a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
Volunteer for Mangrove Survivorship Research
USF Ph.D. Candidate
Tampa, FL
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Assisted USF Ph.D Candidate in collecting data for research at ten plots
- Conducted fieldwork recording loose and established seedlings of black mangrove propagules to support research project.
- Recorded measurements and elevation of marsh grass stem density in a total of six different chosen locations.
Assistant Bar Manager
Mickey Quinns Irish Pub
Seminole, FL
08.2012 - 05.2021
- Fostered a positive work environment by providing ongoing support, training, and mentoring to bar staff.
- Supported event planning initiatives by coordinating with clients to accommodate special requests or customizations within budget constraints.
- Collaborated with the Bar Manager in setting sales targets, budgeting, forecasting, and expense control measures.
- Enhanced bar efficiency by streamlining inventory management and ordering processes.
- Ensured smooth operations during peak hours with effective staff scheduling and delegation of tasks.
- Cultivated a loyal customer base by delivering exceptional service experiences, resolving complaints promptly, and soliciting feedback for continuous improvement efforts.
Elephant/Rhino Intern
Zoo Tampa
Tampa, FL
12.2018 - 03.2019
- Assisted staff in daily care including diet preparation, feeding, habitat maintenance, habitat shifting, and record keeping for various species.
- Assisted vet staff with White Rhino blood collection.
- Created weekly enrichment schedule for species within ZooTampa Africa Section.
- Observed and participated in animal management and positive reinforcement training methods from zoo professionals.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL 08.2018 - 05.2023
Skills
Timeline
Volunteer for Mangrove Survivorship Research
USF Ph.D. Candidate
02.2023 - 05.2023
Elephant/Rhino Intern
Zoo Tampa
12.2018 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
University of South Florida
08.2018 - 05.2023
Assistant Bar Manager
Mickey Quinns Irish Pub
08.2012 - 05.2021
Bartender
The Niagara Tap
6 2021 - Current