Alyssa Jacobsen

Research and Development Laboratory Technician at Gehl Food & Beverage
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Greater Milwaukee, US
Languages
  • Spanish Professional working proficiency

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Experience

    • United States
    • Food and Beverage Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Research and Development Laboratory Technician
      • Mar 2021 - Present

      -Accurately performs analytical tests (including pH, viscosity, solids, fats, protein, Vitamin-C, color, brix, etc.) on raw materials, finished products, competitor products, retention samples and shelf-life samples. -Responsible for receiving samples and trial ingredients, and further using these for new product/resource preparation, testing via bench tops and pilot lab MicroThermics production.-Compiles analytical data and conducts review panels alongside scientists which contribute toward product development/innovation, cost reduction/profitability, product improvement, competitive testing, shelf-life studies, and labeling adjustments.-Collaborates with food scientists and other departments (specifically procurement, sales and quality) focusing on current and upcoming projects in order to ensure proper project management and that customer (existing and prospective) needs are met. -Prepares and participates in routine sensory testing on company, co-manufactured and competitor product.-Maintains and manages laboratory supplies and systems, in addition to continually optimizing storage, layout and procedures to perform at maximum efficiency and standard. -Portrays high quality and safe laboratory practice including excellent sanitation and cleanliness along with assuring compliance with GMP, HACCP and SOP programs. -Accurately and consistently uses a variety of Microsoft office programs and other F&B software to document, analyze and record data.

    • United States
    • Recreational Facilities
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Closing Restaurant Manager; Lead Server/Bartender
      • Jun 2020 - Present

      -Thoroughly train and educate new staff in all aspects of operation including serving, teamwork, relationship building, food presentation, craft beer and cocktail knowledge.-Manage opening and closing duties.-Collaborate with head chef and general manager to innovate new menu items along with improve selections, staff efficiency POS system usability and overall restaurant performance.-Answer questions regarding menu selections and offer recommendations to increase restaurant sales while developing a relationship with the customer(s).

    • Assistant Horticulturist
      • Jun 2020 - Mar 2021

      -Responsible for the daily care and aesthetics of all plant displays/beds including all aspects of plant culture, rotation of plant material, management of animal interaction with plant material, etc.-Plan and execute installation of new displays based on seasons, animal interaction, soil composition, and time of bloom. -Acquired and continue to develop a strong working relationship with heads of Greens and Ground in order to ensure expectations for horticulture on and off the golf course are properly met.

    • United States
    • Spectator Sports
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Beverage Service Manager
      • May 2014 - Jun 2020

      -Track inventory, fulfill orders and properly stock areas to be used for major events and daily member service.-Thoroughly train and educate new staff in all aspects of operation as well as relationship building.-In charge of creating the weekly staff schedule. -Responsible for distribution of alcohol to members and guests.-Ensure proper documentation of what items were sold as well as correctly charge guests for purchases with cash or credit card and charge members’ accounts. -Work closely with the pro shop, chef and bar manager to ensure quality customer service for members and guests.-Maintain professional demeanor; greet guests/customers in a courteous and welcoming manner.-Ensured that the desired expectations of the customers were always met, building healthy relations with customers by assisting them with the menu and meals.

    • United States
    • Veterinary Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Animal Care Technician
      • Aug 2017 - Nov 2017

      -Performed basic patient care and treatment: food preparation and feeding, bottle feeding infant mammals, hand feeding nesting passerines, cleaning habitats and cages, washing dishes and laundry, and observing and evaluating patients.-Administered medications, assisted with medical treatments, and performed initial exams.-Studied and learned the anatomy and physiology of different species and natural histories of wildlife.-Helped with grounds and general maintenance work of facility.-Maintained accurate records on patients.-Rescued, transported and released wildlife.

    • United States
    • Agriculture, Construction, Mining Machinery Manufacturing
    • Seed Laboratory Technician
      • Mar 2016 - May 2017

      -Organized, counted and planted seeds to be properly tested according to what conditions were being investigated and what test was being performed for client. -Once planted, consistently checked and/or moved seeds to other conditions to ensure proper testing and data collection was done. -Kept lab and surrounding areas clean and properly organized for efficient work to be done by other team members. -Organized, counted and planted seeds to be properly tested according to what conditions were being investigated and what test was being performed for client. -Once planted, consistently checked and/or moved seeds to other conditions to ensure proper testing and data collection was done. -Kept lab and surrounding areas clean and properly organized for efficient work to be done by other team members.

    • Marine Biology Intern
      • May 2015 - Jun 2015

      -Worked with experts and head of staff to either capture and tag sea turtles or record counts via monitoring in the harbor.-Constructed a safe turtle hatchery and later returned to monitor and log data counts on egg and overall nest health. -Attended the daily fish market to perform data collection on the numbers, gender, sizes and types of sharks and rays. These reports were further culminated into annual counts for ongoing population research. -Hosted weekly environmental education for the children of the local community, focusing on conserving their local environment and marine specimen. -Performed daily beach walks to observe and record the amount of trash, dead sea birds, dead organisms, and wildlife tracks.

    • United States
    • Individual and Family Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Line Therapist
      • Jan 2014 - Sep 2014

      -Completed Applied Behavioral Analysis Certification required for job.-Responsible for planning lessons, activities and skill-learning for child with developmental disability in accordance with what is desired from parents and head therapist.-Worked with child during his or her session to practice and learn lessons, develop relationships with other children and work on daily skills. -Completed Applied Behavioral Analysis Certification required for job.-Responsible for planning lessons, activities and skill-learning for child with developmental disability in accordance with what is desired from parents and head therapist.-Worked with child during his or her session to practice and learn lessons, develop relationships with other children and work on daily skills.

Education

  • University of Wisconsin-Madison
    Bachelor of Science - BS, Biology/Biological Sciences, General
    2012 - 2017
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison
    Bachelor of Science - BS, Spanish Language and Literature
    2012 - 2017
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison
    Bachelor of Science - BS, Latin American Studies
    2012 - 2017
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison
    Certificate, Environmental Science
    2012 - 2017
  • Universidad San Francisco de Quito
    Bachelor of Science - BS, *continuing studies to be completed at University of Wisconsin-Madison
    2015 - 2015

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