Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Interests
Timeline

Mirren Tarlton

Ay Papi - Tacos and Tequila
BOONE
1
year of professional experience

Dedicated professional with exceptional customer service skills. Proven ability to maintain cleanliness standards and prioritize service during peak times. Eager to enhance guest experiences in a fast-paced environment.

Work History

Server/Restaurant Hostess/Dishwasher

8 Months
Ay Papi - Tacos and Tequila | 12.2025 - 08.2026

- Greeted guests and facilitated seating, took orders, and delivered food promptly to enhance dining experience

- Maintained the cleanliness of floors, hostess areas, and utensils for kitchen

- Maintained a stocked environment, for both host stand and other front-of-house areas

- Helped answer questions whenever needed, and de-escalate any situation that required such treatment

- Collaborated with team members to enhance guest satisfaction and dining experience.

- Adapted quickly to changing priorities during peak service times.

- Supported training of new staff on service standards and operational procedures.

- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.

- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.

- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.

- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.

Volunteer

9 Months
Food Donation Center | 08.2025 - 05.2026

- Collaborated with local businesses for donation drives, enhancing community partnerships.

- Streamlined sorting processes to improve efficiency in food distribution operations.

- Assisted with special events and programs.

- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.

- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.

- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Appalachian State University | Boone, NC | 05.2030

Skills

Exceptional customer service
Guest engagement
Food running
Cash handling
Food safety
Client relations
Sanitation practices
Customer service
Strong work ethic

Interests

I have always loved fine arts
digital collages and even just posting a fun story on social media.
I enjoy sketching and drawing
which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail.
Drawing and Painting
Creative Writing
I've heavily focused my studies for the past few years on writing
journaling
and art and I definitely want to continue this moving forward as well.
Mindfulness Practices
Yoga
Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness.
Road Trips
Youth Development Programs
Advocacy Campaigns
Volunteer Work
Participating in fundraising events to support local charities
schools
or community projects.

Timeline

Server/Restaurant Hostess/Dishwasher

Ay Papi - Tacos and Tequila
12.2025 - 08.2026Read More

Volunteer

Food Donation Center
08.2025 - 05.2026Read More

Appalachian State University

Bachelor of Arts from Communications
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Mirren Tarlton