Phoenix Hillard
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Galloway
5
years of professional experience
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Chemistry and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and coursework. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Work History
Cake Decorator
2 Years 3 Months- Designed intricate cake decorations using fondant and buttercream techniques.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely production of custom orders.
- Developed unique cake designs based on customer specifications and market trends.
- Streamlined decorating processes, reducing preparation time while maintaining quality standards.
- Consistently met customer expectations through clear communication regarding design specifications and delivery timelines.
Chemistry Tutor
8 Months- Peer tutor working at Stockton's tutoring center to assist in tutoring students taking undergraduate chemistry courses. Requires proficiency in undergraduate general chemistry and organic chemistry as well as good communication skills and quick thinking to determine how to best help individual students.
- Facilitated engaging tutoring sessions, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Enhanced student comprehension by simplifying complex chemistry concepts and breaking them down into easily digestible parts.
Cake Decorator
2 Years 5 Months- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards of decoration consistency.
- Designed specialty cakes for weddings, birthdays, and graduations.
- Assisted customers with selecting suitable cake designs based on their preferences, demonstrating excellent listening skills and attention to detail.
- Maintained sanitary food prep station by following established safety procedures and sanitizing instructions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry, Minor in Computer Science
- Awarded the (ACS) 2026 Undergraduate Award in Physical Chemistry
- Dean's List from Fall of 2023 to Spring of 2026
- 3.80 GPA
- Research Project: Synthesis and characterization of Aza-Dipyrrin systems, Evaluated success of synthesis for Aza-dipyrrins containing different substituent groups.
Associate of Science - Computer Information Systems
Skills
Data management
Analytical chemistry
Chromatography techniques
Spectroscopy methods
Inorganic synthesis
Object-oriented programming
Timeline
Chemistry Tutor
Stockton University
09.2025 - 05.2026Read More
Cake Decorator
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05.2024 - CurrentRead More
Cake Decorator
ACME Markets
12.2021 - 05.2024Read More
Stockton University
Bachelor of Science from Chemistry, Minor in Computer Science
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Atlantic Cape Community College
Associate of Science from Computer Information Systems
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