RACHEL ROWLEY

6106 Forest Wood Road Midlothian, VA, 23112

804-517-7486| rowleyra@dukes.jmu.edu

Education

James Madison University Harrisonburg, VA

Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management, Class of May 2018
General Business Minor
Achievements: Dean’s List Fall 2015, Fall 2016, Spring 2017

Work and Relevant Experience

Celebrations At the Reservoir Midlothian, VA

Special Events and Wedding Intern May 2017-August 2017
§   Set-up and decorated weddings and receptions
§   MOC assistant in weddings
§   Consulted with clients to ensure all details regarding event were to their liking

Aramark, James Madison University, Dining Service Harrisonburg, VA

Student Worker-Extern Sept. 2016-April. 2017
§   Prepare as well as cook food at various JMU dining locations
§   Maintain a sanitary and clean work environment
§   Always provide friendly customer service and swift communication with customers and coworkers
§   Refill and restock ingredients needed

Aramark, James Madison University Harrisonburg, VA

Special Events JMU Sept. 2016-Dec. 2016
§   Assisted in set-up, decorating and take down of events
§   Served guests throughout event and cleared plates
§   Restocked food as it diminished

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Midlothian, VA

Server May 2016-August 2016
§   Fulfilled opening and closing duties
§   Took food and beverage orders from customers, serve guests
§   Communicated well with coworkers and guests and provide friendly customer service

Chuy’s Restaurant Midlothian, VA

To-go Server and Cocktail Server May 2014- July 2014
§   Completed  opening  and  closing  duties
§   Served  drinks  and  food  to  guests  
§   Helped  maintain  safe  work  environment  

Campus Involvement

National Society of Minorities in Hospitality (NSMH) Harrisonburg, VA

Social Chair Dec. 2016-Jan. 2017

Awards/Certificates

§   CSTEP Certification Sept. 2016

§   CVENT Certification Dec. 2017
§   TiPS Certification Exp. 2018
§   Servsafe Certification Exp. 2020