Lauryn S. Strong
Normal,USA
Summary
Food Science Major, actively pursuing a career opportunity to utilize educational background, research skills, and extensive work experience. A meticulous college student, with demonstrated expertise in food sanitation and safety, ensuring customer satisfaction, adept cash handling, and proficiency in plating and food presentation. Dedication and hard-working nature have been consistently acknowledged by peers, and I am confident in the ability to contribute to a company's success and objectives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
Alabama A&M University Food & Animal Sciences
08.2024 - Current
- Managed multiple research projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and adherence to high-quality standards.
- Enhanced research quality by conducting thorough literature reviews and synthesizing findings.
- Conducted extensive background research on specific topics, establishing a strong foundation for project success.
- Mentored undergraduate students, providing guidance on research methodologies and techniques.
Supply Chain Intern
Land O’ Lakes
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- Initiated standard operating procedures (For Draining Matting Conveyor)
- Gained manufacturing experience and conducted research in a cheese dairy plant facility
- Conducted research on reducing microbial counts in DMC Operations
- Assisted the product development team by evaluating and determining methods needed to increase cheese yield and optimizing production process
Residential Assistant RA
Alabama A&M University
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Supported the academic success, social development, and personal growth of residents
- Orchestrated programs and experiences to promote a diverse community
- Enhanced the quality of life in the residence halls
Cashier
Walmart
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Operated cash register, collected payments, and delivered accurate change
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts, and delivered change
- Processed sales transactions to prevent long customer wait times
- Organized and stocked merchandise
Head Crew Member
Salads by Martha
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Supervised employees and managed store
- Received payments by cash, check, credit cards or automatic debit cards
- Analyzed customers' questions and provide information on procedures or policies
- Provided optimal customer service to ensure a positive shopping experience
- Managed well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team
- Prepared products following restaurant, health, and safety standards and procedures
Education
Bachelor of Science - Food Science
Alabama A&M University
Normal, AL05-2024
Master of Science - Food Science - Product Development
Alabama Agricultural & Mechanical University
Normal, AL05.2024
Skills
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Stocking and replenishing
- Collaborative
- Sanitation and Cleanliness
- Proficient Listener
- Customer Engagement / Relations
- Cash Management Specialist
- Managed Task Prioritization
- Reliable and Responsible
- Ability to get along with residents of various cultures and backgrounds
- Ability to respond to and assess urgent situations
- Proven organizational and logistical skills
lauryn.strong@bulldogs.aamu.edu, laurynstrong58@gmail.com
Awards
- 2018 International Trailblazer Awards
- 2018 Awesome Girl Award - Acknowledgement by Georgia House of Representatives
- Co-Author of Awesome Girl book
- 3rd year participant in the Young Chef Institute at the Atlanta Ice-cream Festival
- 3rd year Junior Chef participant for the Chef of the World Event
- Catered desserts for 2016-2017 South West Dekalb Prom
- Co-author of BAKEOLOGY 101: A GUIDE TO BAKING WITH S.T.E.A.M
- 2020 Ceasar Gaiters Jr. Athletic Scholarship Recipient
- Normalite Opportunity Scholar
- Heritage Gold Scholarship
- 2020-2024 CALNS 1890 Agricultural Scholarship Recipient
- National Honors Society
- Food Science Club
- Young Entrepreneurs Organization
Memberships Activities Community Service
- Family Career Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)
- Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)
- Ladies of Distinction
- 2017-2020 Mentee of Food Network Star Chef Tregaye Fraser
- 2018-2020 Young Chef Institute
- 2018-2020 Volleyball Team
- 100 Black Men Leaders of America
- 2019-2020 Earth Club member
- 2018-2021 Interact Rotary Club Member
- Summer Bridge Program Leader 2019-20
- Summer Chef Mentor Ron Clarke academy
- MLK Clean
- 2020 Ellenwood Election Sign Assistant
- 2020 – 2023 AAMU Athletic Ambassador
- Community Campus Clean up for Alabama A&M University
- 2021 – Present Food Science Club
- 2023- Present W.O.W Community Service Team & Mentee
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
Alabama A&M University Food & Animal Sciences
08.2024 - Current
Supply Chain Intern
Land O’ Lakes
05.2023 - 08.2023
Residential Assistant RA
Alabama A&M University
08.2022 - 05.2023
Cashier
Walmart
05.2022 - 01.2023
Head Crew Member
Salads by Martha
08.2019 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Food Science
Alabama A&M University
Master of Science - Food Science - Product Development
Alabama Agricultural & Mechanical University
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