Tayari Akili

Reliable, detail-oriented professional with experience in customer service, administrative support, data collection, and food service operations. Known for accuracy, organization, confidentiality, and quickly learning new systems in fast-paced environments.

Food Service Worker at UCLA Dining Services (2022-04 – Present)

High-volume food service role focused on safety, organization, guest service, and smooth daily operations.

• Prepare and package menu items while following sanitation, temperature, and safety standards.
• Deliver friendly, efficient service during high-volume periods and special events.
• Maintain labeling, storage organization, FIFO inventory rotation, smooth kitchen operations, and troubleshoot dish machine issues to coordinate timely maintenance and minimize downtime.

Administrative Assistant at IUOE Local 501 (2022-06 – 2022-08)

Temporary administrative assignment supporting records, confidential documents, office logistics, and member services.

• Processed membership applications and maintained organized, auditable filing systems.
• Handled confidential records, meeting materials, supply orders, and office logistics.

Enumerator at U.S. Census Bureau (2020-07 – 2020-09)

Federal field role requiring accurate data collection, confidentiality, resident communication, and procedure compliance.

• Collected household data through in-person interviews while ensuring confidentiality and accuracy.
• Completed federal forms and digital entries; supported Spanish-speaking residents when needed.

Server / Host / Cashier at Hot N Juicy Crawfish (2021-06 – 2022-04)

Front-of-house position balancing guest service, seating flow, takeout coordination, POS transactions, and cleanliness.

• Managed guest service, seating flow, takeout coordination, POS transactions, and cash handling.
• Maintained dining and host areas to health and safety standards during peak periods.

Marketing Executive at Red Label Enterprises (2021-01 – 2021-04)

Customer outreach and promotional support role focused on client communication, campaign logistics, and brand visibility.

• Supported customer outreach, promotional campaigns, client follow-up, and campaign logistics.

Cold Caller at Community Outreach Campaign (2020-12 – 2021-01)

Office Clerk / Administrative Support at Operating Engineers Local (2019-09 – 2020-03)

Diploma – John Burroughs High School

Ultrasonic Testing Level 1 (UT) — Certificate