Katelyn Swan
Tysons,VA
Summary
Ambitious Biobehavioral Health Student offering full-time work experience and extensive knowledge of psychology and genetics. Meticulous and detail-oriented with excellent observational, organizational and communication skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Red Robin
05.2021 - Current
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
Student Food Service Worker
McAllister's Deli
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Sanitized kitchen surfaces and washed food prep tools, utensils and equipment.
- Stored and organized incoming food and supplies.
- Monitored food service areas by checking holding temperatures and appearance.
- Chopped or prepared ingredients and cooked food items for meals.
Food Service Worker
Spang Crest Retirement Community
03.2018 - 08.2020
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biobehavioral Health
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05.2024
High School Diploma -
Cedar Crest High School
Lebanon, PA06.2020
Skills
- Transactions and Cash Handling
- Dining Room Cleaning and Upkeep
- Cool Under Pressure
- Customer Service
- Inventory Checks
- Kitchen Staff Support
- Conflict Negotiation
- CPR Proficiency
Academic Experience
Principles of Epidemiology - Penn State, Fall 2022
- Familiarized me with the methods and applications of epidemiology to understand the bases for heterogeneity of disease
- Covered risk and burden of illness on populations defined in terms of age, race, gender, class, time and other relevant socio-cultural and demographic factors, assessment of health status, evaluation of health interventions, and the basic understanding of epidemiology tools for disease screening and other methods for primary and secondary prevention of disease and health problems, examination of the validity and applicability of various health interventions used to improve health status and the barriers for successful interventions and basic understanding of the epidemiology of the major causes of morbidity and mortality in the U.S. and other selected regions and nations of the world.
- This course taught me the bulk of what I expect to utilize in an internship in this field
Genetics and Evolution of the Human Species - Penn State, Fall 2021
- Overview of human genetics and genetic issues
- Structure and function of DNA and chromosomes, Mendelian inheritance, gene expression, gene mutations and chromosomal aberrations, population genetics, evolution, cancer, and genetic and reproductive technologies
- Participated in multimedia presentations, textbook readings, classroom activities and problem solving
- This course provided me with the knowledge to make informed decisions and discuss genetic issues intelligently
Bioethics - Penn State, Spring 2023
- Surveyed core topics in recent bioethics, including the human body and its enhancement, value of life and death, abortion and euthanasia, biological and moral conceptions of human, nature of health, illness and disabilities, allocation of resources for healthcare, doctor-patient relationships, and moral conduct toward animals in medical and industrial contexts
- Taught me to think more critically and argue from specific moral theories when evaluating bioethical issues
Timeline
Server
Red Robin
05.2021 - Current
Student Food Service Worker
McAllister's Deli
09.2020 - 05.2021
Food Service Worker
Spang Crest Retirement Community
03.2018 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biobehavioral Health
Pennsylvania State University
High School Diploma -
Cedar Crest High School
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