Adaby Rodriguez
Summary
Effective at operating in fast-paced, demanding settings. Specializing in sales and service, training new employees and capitalizing on upsell opportunities. Expertise in POS systems and restocking inventory, keeping areas clean and tidy and correctly processing payments.
Creative Barista skillful in memorizing recipes, maintaining, and operating machines and taking customer orders. Offers hands-on experience making and serving coffee and coffee-based beverages. Courteous, Energetic, and respectful individual recognized for consistently receiving excellent feedback from customers.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Barista Trainer
Starbucks
Los Angeles
07.2023 - Current
- Trained new baristas on beverage preparation and customer service standards, enhancing team readiness and customer satisfaction.
- Implemented best practices for cleanliness and safety in the workspace.
- Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators, and heating equipment.
- Provided individualized instruction tailored to trainees' strengths and learning styles, improving skill acquisition and confidence.
Barista
Starbucks, Barista
Los Angeles
07.2023 - Current
- Operated cash register, processed transactions, and managed payments efficiently.
- Trained new baristas on beverage preparation and customer service techniques.
- Recommended pastries and sandwiches to enhance customer experience and complement beverage choices.
- Applied upselling techniques to promote bakery items and specialty drinks, contributing to increased average order value.
- Built and nurtured relationships with regular customers, personalizing service by recognizing preferences and anticipating needs.
- Cleaned and sanitized service or seating areas, complying to health protocols and food safety standards.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Organized milk containers for coffee drinks based on expiration dates.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles, CA06-2025
High School Diploma -
32nd St.USC Performing Arts And Engineering Magnet
Los Angeles, CA06-2021
Some College (No Degree) -
Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CASkills
- Beverage knowledge and preparation
- Communication skills
- Food safety compliance
- Upselling techniques
- Customer service
- Cash handling
- Employee training
- Team collaboration
- Self motivated
- Detail oriented
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Barista Trainer
Starbucks
07.2023 - Current
Barista
Starbucks, Barista
07.2023 - Current
Associate of Applied Science -
Los Angeles City College
High School Diploma -
32nd St.USC Performing Arts And Engineering Magnet
Some College (No Degree) -
Santa Monica College