Meriel Mccormick

Selected as one of the first servers hired for the restaurant's opening, completing a month-long training program covering service standards and opening operations. Completed formal wine training to confidently guide guests through pairings and recommendations. Delivered attentive, high-quality service in a fast-paced, newly opened restaurant environment.

Server - Standard Beer + Food - Raleigh, NC

(2026-06)

• Selected as one of the first servers hired for the restaurant's opening, completing a month-long training program covering service standards and opening operations.
• Completed formal wine training to confidently guide guests through pairings and recommendations.
• Delivered attentive, high-quality service in a fast-paced, newly opened restaurant environment.

Social Media Consultant - Tama Tea - Wilmington, NC

(2025-10 - 2026-01)

• Responsible for creating content on TikTok to promote Tama Tea products and engage with consumers.
• Communicate with social media influencers to ensure content criteria is met.

Order Fulfilment and Event Support - Tama Tea - Wilmington, NC

(2025-09 - 2026-01)

• Pack and prepare customer orders for timely delivery and quality control
• Support off-site events, including setup, logistics, and customer engagement.
• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment that upholds company standards for efficiency.

Server - Rocky Top Catering - Raleigh, NC

(2025-05 - 2025-12)

• Set up and broke down event venues according to client's guidelines and timelines.
• Maintained composure during fast-paced and crowded events.
• Delivered exceptional customer service while managing multiple tables and tasks.

Hostess - The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar - Raleigh, NC

(2022-09 - 2023-09)

• Managed bookings and orders online, over the phone, and in person, ensuring smooth operations.
• Served as the primary point of contact for customer feedback, resolving issues efficiently.
• Assisted with opening and closing procedures

President - UNCW CHAARG - Wilmington, NC

(2026-05)

• Lead the executive team in planning and delivering programming, communications, and events for the chapter's membership.
• Oversee chapter operations and strategy while representing UNCW CHAARG to campus and community partners.

Honors Mentor - UNCW Honors College - Wilmington, NC

(2024-08 - 2024-12)

• Worked alongside a professor for an honors first-year seminar class focused on research and the community.
• Met with each student individually to discuss future career paths, campus involvement, and specific concerns.
• Helped the professor create lesson plans to help suit the needs of the students.

Independent Researcher - Wilmington, NC

(2023-12)

• First Year Research Experience (FYRE) and continued independent research.
• Conducted two separate research projects with Dr. Alexandra Krallman (Marketing Professor) to research social media marketing
• Presented research at Spring 2024 and Spring 2025 Showcase as well as presenting at Seahawk Preview Day (Spring 2025).

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Concentrated in Marketing Strategy and minoring in Journalism - University of North Carolina Wilmington, Honors College (2027-05)