Laura Dawn Mirarchi
Auburn
Summary
Reliable and energetic Food Service Associate with experience in fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environments. Skilled in food preparation, customer service, sanitation, and working at multiple stations. Quick learner who, after spending 15+ years in the education sector, is eager to return to working in food service, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
County Extension Coordinator/4-H Agent
University of Georgia
<ul>
<li>Delivered high-quality customer service to clients and school administrators.</li>
<li>Supervised staff and coordinated volunteers for efficient operations.</li>
<li>Managed budgets and maintained facilities for optimal performance.</li>
<li>Organized educational experiences for K-12 students in and out of school.</li>
</ul>
01.2020 - Current
- Delivered high-quality customer service to clients and school administrators.
- Supervised staff and coordinated volunteers for efficient operations.
- Managed budgets and maintained facilities for optimal performance.
- Organized educational experiences for K-12 students in and out of school.
Dir. of Ed./Birds of Prey Manager
Callaway Resort & Gardens
<ul>
<li>Delivered high-quality customer service and exceptional guest experiences to resort clients.</li>
<li>Managed collection of 18 individual raptor species, ensuring optimal care and presentation.</li>
<li>Supervised staff, coordinated volunteers, and oversaw facility maintenance operations.</li>
<li>Ensured compliance with state and federal standards across all activities.</li>
</ul>
05.2010 - 01.2020
- Delivered high-quality customer service and exceptional guest experiences to resort clients.
- Managed collection of 18 individual raptor species, ensuring optimal care and presentation.
- Supervised staff, coordinated volunteers, and oversaw facility maintenance operations.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal standards across all activities.
Cashier / Crew Member / Food Associate
Checkers
05.2009 - 05.2010
- Prepared and assembled menu items in a fast-paced environment
- Provided friendly, efficient customer service at the register
- Maintained clean workstations and followed food safety standards
- Assisted across multiple stations as needed during peak hours
Data Entry Clerk
HDI
<ul>
<li>Entered vehicle crash reports into secure database with high accuracy.</li>
<li>Collaborated with data entry clerks in fast-paced, high-pressure environment.</li>
<li>Maintained efficient workflow while ensuring data integrity and security.</li>
</ul>
01.2005 - 05.2010
- Entered vehicle crash reports into secure database with high accuracy.
- Collaborated with data entry clerks in fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Maintained efficient workflow while ensuring data integrity and security.
Server / Food Preparation
Cracker Barrel
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Prepared food items according to recipes and quality standards
- Delivered excellent customer service in a high-volume restaurant
- Followed sanitation and safe food handling guidelines
- Worked collaboratively with kitchen and service staff
Sales Associate
Zales Diamond Company
<ul>
<li>Facilitated fine jewelry selection for clients, enhancing overall customer experience.</li>
<li>Operated cash register efficiently while managing incoming client phone inquiries.</li>
<li>Ensured high-security measures for protection of valuable products.</li>
</ul>
05.2002 - 01.2004
- Facilitated fine jewelry selection for clients, enhancing overall customer experience.
- Operated cash register efficiently while managing incoming client phone inquiries.
- Ensured high-security measures for protection of valuable products.
Sales Associate
Incredible Chocolate Chip Cookie Company
05.2000 - 05.2002
- Assisted customers and designed custom cookie cake orders
- Prepared bakery items including cookie dough and cookies according to standardized recipes
- Followed stringent sanitation and safe food handling guidelines
Cashier / Food Prepper
Domino’s Pizza
09.1999 - 05.2000
- Prepared pizzas and other menu items quickly and accurately
- Operated POS system and handled customer transactions
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen areas
- Answered phone calls and served customer walk-ins
Education
Master of Education - Auburn, AL
Auburn University
Auburn, AL12-2005
Bachelor of Science - Auburn, AL
Auburn University
Auburn, AL05-2003
Skills
- Adaptable and eager to learn
- High-volume food preparation
- Customer service excellence
- Fast-paced kitchen operations
- Recipe accuracy and measurement
- Food safety and sanitation
- Multi-station proficiency
- POS and ordering systems
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Team collaboration
- Time management skills
Timeline
County Extension Coordinator/4-H Agent
University of Georgia
01.2020 - Current
Dir. of Ed./Birds of Prey Manager
Callaway Resort & Gardens
05.2010 - 01.2020
Cashier / Crew Member / Food Associate
Checkers
05.2009 - 05.2010
Data Entry Clerk
HDI
01.2005 - 05.2010
Server / Food Preparation
Cracker Barrel
01.2004 - 01.2005
Sales Associate
Zales Diamond Company
05.2002 - 01.2004
Sales Associate
Incredible Chocolate Chip Cookie Company
05.2000 - 05.2002
Cashier / Food Prepper
Domino’s Pizza
09.1999 - 05.2000
Master of Education - Auburn, AL
Auburn University
Bachelor of Science - Auburn, AL
Auburn University