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Taylar Farris

Scientist/Chemist
Southaven,MS

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate individual with a Bachelor’s degree in Forensic Chemistry, and a strong ambition to enter the mortuary sciences field. With extensive experience in hospitality, I excel in providing exceptional service and support to diverse individuals during sensitive times. Currently attending mortuary school, I am eager to apply my scientific knowledge and versatile skill set to contribute to a funeral service technology role. Driven by a commitment to professionalism, and understanding the importance of this field, I am ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those I serve.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Server/Bartender

Lafayette's Historical Music Room
Memphis
04.2025 - Current
  • Delivered exceptional service to over 100 guests simultaneously in a high-pressure environment, nightly.
  • Assisted customers with menu choices and dietary needs to enhance dining experience.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure prompt food order delivery.
  • Maintained organized and sanitary workstations and dining areas for maximum efficiency.
  • Ensured compliance with food safety regulations for sanitation, handling, and storage.
  • Processed cash and credit transactions accurately using cash register.
  • Trained new wait staff on service protocols and menu details effectively.
  • Crafted cocktails, poured wine, and served draft beer with precision.

Bartender

Sippin Silo
Southhaven
04.2025 - Current
  • Managed bar area, overseeing cocktail design and menu while maintaining inventory and regulatory compliance.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling strategies to enhance sales performance.
  • Ensured sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment to meet health standards.
  • Prepared craft cocktails and served a variety of wines from curated selections.
  • Implemented innovative recipes while preparing fresh juices to ensure the best quality cocktails.
  • Greeted customers, delivering exceptional service to foster positive experiences.

Bartender

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
Southaven
10.2024 - 04.2025
  • Prepared and served a variety of cocktails and beverages to patrons.
  • Assisted in training new bartenders on drink preparation and service standards.
  • Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues to ensure satisfaction.
  • Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
  • Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
  • Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
  • Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.

Employee/ Lab Technician

Coy Waller Laboratory, University of Mississippi
Campus
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Separated compounds using HPLC instrument while ensuring proper maintenance.
  • Monitored chromatography data on HPLC detector program, logging information in Excel for reports.
  • Evaporated and purified compounds for study at School of Biomolecular Sciences.
  • Performed over 70 manual injections of compounds, accurately recording chromatogram data.
  • Assisted researchers with data collection and documentation for ongoing projects.
  • Conducted experiments in accordance with established protocols and safety procedures.
  • Maintained detailed records of test results for supervisor review as required.

Intern

ElSohly Laboratories Incorporated
Oxford
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Completed 300-hour unpaid internship for B.S. in Forensic Chemistry requirements.
  • Shadowed extractions of serum, oral fluid, urine, plasma, and other human specimens for drug analysis.
  • Executed silica column chromatography and integrated GC-FID chromatogram data for reporting.
  • Assisted with LCMS data integration processes.
  • Developed organizational skills while working in a synthetic laboratory environment.
  • Combined, evaporated, and purified fractions after confirming purity levels.
  • Observed forensic urinalysis procedures and law enforcement sample processing protocols.
  • Authored 10-page essay and delivered 20-minute presentation on internship experience.

Employee Supervisor/ Waitress

Tortilla Soup LLC
McComb
06.2019 - 08.2022
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization before opening and after closing while waiting tables.
  • Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and team collaboration.
  • Conducted inventory checks and trained new employees on operational procedures.
  • Bartender when necessary to support team during busy shifts.

Waitress

Guapo's Barnyard and Grill
Smithdale
04.2017 - 04.2019
  • Cleaned and prepped work areas before opening and after closing.
  • Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
  • Trained new employees to ensure consistent service standards.
  • Managed multiple roles, including food runner, busser, waitress, and hostess simultaneously.

Education

B.S. - Forensic Chemistry

University of Mississippi
Oxford, MS
12.2023

Biology Credits -

Southwest Mississippi Community College
Summit, MS
07.2020

Dual-Enrollment -

Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Wesson, MS
05.2018

High School Diploma -

Franklin County High School
Meadville, MS
05.2019

Skills

  • Organizational skills
  • Time management
  • Laboratory maintenance
  • Report writing
  • Data documentation
  • Chemical analysis techniques
  • Chromatography methods
  • GC-FID operation
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Versatility
  • Woodworking and carpentry
  • Adaptability
  • Customer service excellence
  • Hospitality management
  • Leadership abilities
  • Proactive initiative
  • Digital document management
  • Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint proficiency
  • Effective communication skills
  • Culinary skills
  • Cleaning and sanitation practices
  • Quick learning ability
  • My mantra is the 5 P's: Proper Preparation Prevents Poor Performance

Accomplishments

  • Mississippi Scholar from Franklin County Highschool
  • Dean's list honor roll from the University of Mississippi
  • Received a 3-year Army ROTC scholarship from the University of Mississippi

References

  • Dr. Waseem Gul or Dr. Mahmoud A. ElSohly 662-239-2609
  • Dr. Nicole Ashpole 662-915-2407
  • Mr. Adan Diaz 601-748-1716

Timeline

Server/Bartender

Lafayette's Historical Music Room
04.2025 - Current

Bartender

Sippin Silo
04.2025 - Current

Bartender

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
10.2024 - 04.2025

Employee/ Lab Technician

Coy Waller Laboratory, University of Mississippi
06.2023 - 08.2023

Intern

ElSohly Laboratories Incorporated
05.2023 - 08.2023

Employee Supervisor/ Waitress

Tortilla Soup LLC
06.2019 - 08.2022

Waitress

Guapo's Barnyard and Grill
04.2017 - 04.2019

B.S. - Forensic Chemistry

University of Mississippi

Biology Credits -

Southwest Mississippi Community College

Dual-Enrollment -

Copiah-Lincoln Community College

High School Diploma -

Franklin County High School

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