Kira H. Bursaw
EXPERIENCE
United States Department of Agriculture Beltsville, MD
Calorimeter Attendant February 2018 - Present
Serve meals, monitor study subjects, keep track of measurement equipment, and perform housekeeping duties for human calorimetry study on the effects of mixed berry consumption on sugar and fat metabolism
University Health Center College Park, MD
Peer Educator- Nutrition Coach August 2017 – May 2018
Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to counsel clients on skills, knowledge, and habits of eating and preparing food
Worked with the Health and Wellness Coordinator to write and publish a blog post on maintaining healthy habits through the holidays
Maintained weekly check-in email communication and progress logs with dozens of clients, as well as scheduling each session and reserving the necessary rooms to meet
Ran table events at the First Look Fair and StampFest Wellness Expo to promote nutrition information on campus
Get Fruved, University of Maryland College Park, MD
Social Media Manager August 2017 – December 2017
Posted weekly updates to Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter platforms to encourage students to try new foods and new, fun physical activity
Promoted university-wide survey to students for research data collection
Uber D.C., MD, VA
Driver February 2015 – October 2015
Maintained a safe driving record with no speeding tickets or infractions
Kept insurance up to date and had bi-annual car safety inspections performed
Picked up passengers and transported them to locations up to 45 miles away
Utilized iPhone apps to navigate and locate areas and destinations that are unfamiliar in a timely manner
Added in unplanned stops at the passengers’ request and handled unforeseen circumstances calmly
Communicated with passengers before and during the trip and helped them feel at ease
Alby Photography D.C., MD, VA
Photographer Assistant November 2014 – Present
Transported and set up photoshoot equipment, including cameras, backdrops, flashes, umbrellas, photo booths, and soft boxes
Worked with clients to negotiate prices, locations, themes, and future bookings, and wrote the contracts for each
Utilized Photoshop and Lightroom to edit pictures and set up logos, frames, and designs unique to each event
Managed the on-site printing of pictures for clients and handled payment transactions
Operated a second camera to take pictures for the main photographer at different locations
Designed the professional business cards and website for the photographer
Ridgewells Catering Bethesda, MD
Chef November 2012 – Present
Hot and cold food preparation, including hors d’oeuvres, sauces, vinaigrettes, and charcuterie
Performed the monthly inventory of refrigerated and frozen sections
Assisted the Executive Chef with new recipes and menu items
Maintained high sanitation standards as outlined by the county, state, and federal guidelines
Managed the printing and delegation of order labels to the various kitchen stations
Memorized over 300 recipes and capable of preparing each one to the Executive Chef’s satisfaction
Data Networks Montgomery County, MD
Implementation Team Member June – August 2012
Safely moved new computer bases, monitors, and related equipment into Montgomery County Public Schools
Set up and configured new computers and printers to the school network
MedStar Montgomery Medical Center Olney, MD
Intern, Inpatient and Outpatient Mental Health Care May – August 2011
Aided senior patients with transportation, and navigating the hospital and cafeteria
Assisted with occupational therapy sessions for inpatients
Helped run group therapy sessions for stress management and communication
Contacted pharmacies and insurance companies on behalf of patients
The Kitchen Corner Vancouver, BC
Employee September 2007 – May 2009
Worked as a cashier, answered phones, ordered items, and sent faxes
Received shipments of merchandise, took inventory, and sent out shipments to other branches
Restocked shelves, reorganized aisles, and packed up stores
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CERTIFICATIONS
ServSafe Food Handler, National Restaurant Association January 2018
EDUCATION
University of Maryland College Park, MD
Bachelor of Science, Nutrition & Food Science: Dietetics May 2018
Semester Academic Honors
Member, Food and Nutrition Club
Founding Member, Student Dietetic Association
Officer, Community Outreach
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Montgomery College Rockville, MD
Life Sciences, Maryland Transfer Advantage Program
AUGUST 2014 – AUGUST 2016
Dean’s list
Member, Phi Theta Kappa
University of British Columbia Vancouver, BC
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology May 2012
Member, UBC Psychology Student Association
VOLUNTEER WORK
Girls on the Run, buddy runner (November 2017)
Mid-Maryland Mission of Mercy & Health Equity Festival: Free Adult Dental Clinic (September 2017)
First Look Fair, University Health Center Nutrition Coaching Table Event (September 2017)
Maryland Day, Food and Nutrition Club Table Event, volunteer (May 2017)
Terps Against Hunger- Homecoming Service Event, volunteer (September 2016)
2nd Annual Terp Farm Harvest Festival, volunteer (September 2016)
Relay for Life, charity (June 2005, 2006, 2007, 2012, 2013, 2014)
Montgomery General Hospital, volunteer (January 2005 – July 2007)
Tutoring 7-14 year olds in English, science, world history, and math (January 2005 – August 2010)
Empty Bowls, charity (2004 – 2007)
Girl Scouts, charity and volunteer (2004 – 2007)