Makayla Harris
New Orleans
Summary
Dedicated food service professional with extensive experience in high-volume cooking and customer service. Currently supporting children with autism as a Registered Behavior Technician, demonstrating strong work ethic and commitment. Holds relevant certifications in food safety and construction safety.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Butterfly Effects
Metairie
09.2024 - Current
- Provides ABA-based therapy to children across the autism spectrum
- Supports communication, social, and behavioral goals
- Follows treatment plans and documents progress accurately
Behavior Technician
Proud Moments
Crestview
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Delivered hands-on behavioral therapy to children
- Taught communication, social, and adaptive skills
- Maintained session notes and followed clinical protocols
Line Cook
Fudpucker’s Beachside Bar & Grill
Destin
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Main grill cook responsible for preparing up to 40 burgers at once at varying temperatures
- Worked multiple stations including grill, expo, plating, and line support
- Ensured food quality, speed, and consistency during high-volume service
- Supported kitchen operations during peak tourist seasons
Line Cook / Prep Cook
Calaveras Tacos
Pensacola
07.2021 - 09.2022
- Served as primary cook and closer for the restaurant
- Completed prep work, cooked menu items, and maintained kitchen cleanliness
- Managed truck orders, deposits, and cash register
- Trusted with opening/closing responsibilities and kitchen oversight
Line Cook
Nick’s Seafood Restaurant
Freeport
08.2019 - 02.2021
- Started as a dishwasher and advanced to fry cook and server
- Worked multiple stations and supported kitchen operations
- Provided customer service and assisted with high-volume shifts
Education
High School Diploma -
Skills
- Construction safety and compliance
- Equipment operation
- Material handling
- Blueprint reading
- Loading and unloading materials
- Line cooking and grill operation
- Food preparation and production
- Knife skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service and interaction
- Cash handling and POS operation
- Behavioral therapy (RBT)
- Applied behavior analysis (ABA)
- Autism support and communication
- Heavy lifting
- Team collaboration
- Fast-paced work environments
Certification
- NCCER Core Curriculum, Nationally Recognized Industry-Based Certification. Completed modules in construction site safety, hand & power tools, materials handling, basic construction math, blueprint basics, and workplace communication. Demonstrated proficiency in tool identification, safe operation, and job-site readiness. Prepared for entry-level roles in industrial, plant, and construction environments.
- OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety Certification, Completed OSHA-authorized training covering hazard recognition, PPE, fall protection, electrical safety, and job-site safety procedures. Demonstrated understanding of safe work practices required in construction and industrial environments.
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), 06/01/24, 06/01/25, Certified to provide ABA-based therapy to children in clinical and home settings.
- Food Handler Certification, 02/01/34
- ServSafe Certification
- Driver’s License
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Butterfly Effects
09.2024 - Current
Behavior Technician
Proud Moments
05.2024 - 08.2024
Line Cook
Fudpucker’s Beachside Bar & Grill
08.2022 - 05.2024
Line Cook / Prep Cook
Calaveras Tacos
07.2021 - 09.2022
Line Cook
Nick’s Seafood Restaurant
08.2019 - 02.2021