MELISSA CLARK

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Sacramento, CA 95816 602-***-**** linkedin.com/in/melissaclarknutrition

PERSONAL PROFILE

Specialist in sustainable, science-based nutrition. Graduate of a top-tier university with a focus on nutrition, biochemistry, cellular biology and microbiology, complemented with an extensive writing background. Over a decade of experience in the food service industry with experience in administrative management and recipe innovation/implementation. Personal interest in probiotics and metabolomics research, as well as ameliorating human health through better nutrition. Seeking opportunities to leverage my knowledge, experience and interpersonal skills in a commercial environment.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Biology, University of California Davis 2020

RELEVANT COURSEWORK

Bioenergetics and Metabolism

Nutrient/Toxicant Cellular Regulation

Food Chemistry/Food Properties

Molecular Biology and Biochemistry (Lab)

Nutritional Assessment

Food Toxicology

Microbiology (Lab)

Experimental Nutrition (Lab)

Chemical Food Safety

SKILLS

Computer: Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Docs, POS system programming

Laboratory/Research: SDS-Page, Microscopy, ELISA, Western blot, PCR, Spectrophotometry

Quality Control: Familiarity with HACCP, FSMA, and cGMP standards

Communication: Excellent interpersonal leadership skills, dynamic writing aptitude, responsible, sociable, adept in team settings, tenacious work ethic

RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE

Research Intern – Oteiza Lab, Nutrition Department, UC Davis (October 2019-October 2020)

Research Focus: Epicatechin, Obesity, and Cerebrovascular Function in C57BL/6J Mice

Assisting in a study to determine biological and behavioral impact of epicatechins and high-fat diet on mice.

Consistently formulated nutritionally specialized diets for test subjects and observed changes in their body mass.

During transition to remote work environment, began assessing novel object recognition and object location memory via online videos and reliably meeting these detail-oriented data collection deadlines independently.

Food Server – Calistro California Bistro, Scottsdale, AZ (October 2011-July 2012)

Educated customers about the establishment’s unique farm-to-fork menu to assist in informed purchase decisions.

Worked kitchen shifts and learned about new ingredients and innovative cooking techniques.

Floor Manager – O’Niell’s Pub, Albuquerque, NM (November 2002- June 2003)

Served as the chief customer-facing manager for a popular Irish Pub, supervising a staff of 25.

Oversaw the kitchen, ensuring quality and safety were upheld to all health code standards.

Coordinated employee scheduling, delegated responsibility and provided support and assistance to staff members.

Bar/Administrative Manager – Club Rhythm & Blues, Albuquerque, NM (June 1998-October 2002)

Coordinated bar service at a high-volume nightclub/live-music venue

Administered scheduling, payroll, inventory, and bookkeeping.

Received multiple promotions to management within six months of hire.

Increased patronage through creative advertising strategies.

Sales Assistant – Plunkett’s Office Products, Tucson, AZ (September 1996-May 1997)

Provided retail sales assistance and facilitated the handling of commercial accounts for numerous local businesses.

AWARDS AND HONORS

Peter J. Shields Scholarship Recipient – University of California, Davis

Phi Eta Sigma Honors Fraternity – University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ

National Merit Finalist & Scholarship Recipient – University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ

Arizona Board of Regents Merit Scholar – University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ

COMMUNITY SERVICE AND ACTIVITIES

Member, Student Nutrition Association, University of California Davis

Volunteer, River City Food Bank, Sacramento, CA

Owner/Curator, Valhalla Non-Profit Art Gallery, Tucson, AZ

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