Painting, drawing, art, music, traveling, language learning, animals, singing,
Andrew Moreno
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
I am hard working and I am commited to excellence in everything I do. I try with all my heart to bring light to a place and leave it better than when I arrived.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Barista
Safeway
Phoenix, AZ
02.2026 - Current
- Crafted high-quality beverages following standardized recipes and customer preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to ensure efficient operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving concerns promptly.
- Operated espresso machines and other equipment to prepare drinks accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted in training new team members on beverage preparation and customer service standards.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily sales goals through effective product promotion.
Chanter and Reader
St. George Greek Orthodox Church & St.Nektarios Greek Orthodox Church
Boston, MA
08.2024 - 12.2025
- Collaborated with clergy to select appropriate hymns and chants for worship.
- Learned to use the Horologion, Octoechos, Menion, Psalter, Lenten Triodion, and Pentecostarion and other liturgical texts for the divine services.
- Prepared and delivered liturgical music for weekly services and special events.
- Trained choir members in vocal techniques and harmonization methods.
- Researched traditional Greek Orthodox music to preserve cultural heritage in performances.
- Studied scores at length to learn music in detail and develop suitable interpretations.
- Learned in Western and Byzantine musical notation
- Trained in the eight tones of Byzantine chant
- Trained in Gregorian chant
- Educated in the Holy Scriptures and their interpretation according to the Holy Fathers and the Orthodox Church.
Barista
Starbucks, Frys, Safeway
Phoenix, AZ
01.2020 - 07.2024
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
- Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
- Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently preparing and serving high-quality beverages.
- Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
- Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching.
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
- Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
- Prepared specialty drinks such as cappuccinos, lattes and mochas.
- Prevented infections and maintained store professionalism by cleaning and sanitizing work areas daily.
- Restocked display cases with attractive arrangements to promote specialty food items like bagels and muffins.
Quartermaster Petty Officer Third Class
United States Navy
San Diego, CA
11.2016 - 08.2019
- Developed effective training programs for staff, resulting in increased productivity and reduced errors.
- Aided in navigation and operating ship controls.
- Evaluated performance metrics regularly to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions proactively.
- Collaborated with department heads to forecast demand accurately, ensuring adequate stock levels at all times.
- Updated logs, coordinated documents and wrote detailed reports.
- Championed safety initiatives in the workplace, leading to a significant reduction in accidents.
- Plotted and corrected charts and publications.
- Sourced and expedited materials for emergency operations such as humanitarian aid.
- Moored vessels to wharfs with proper use of correct lines.
- Kept shipboard firefighting and lifesaving equipment properly maintained for use in emergency situations.
- Followed and helped enforce safety regulations for different ship equipment, systems and work areas.
- Updated logs for onboard equipment and machinery following correct documentation procedures.
- Supported ship navigation by inspecting, testing and aligning equipment for proper operation.
- Directed crew members cleaning, maintaining and painting or varnishing various ship areas.
- Worked alongside cargo team to conduct safe loading and unloading operations.
- Met requirements for government-issued certifications, keeping ship in full compliance.
- Troubleshot and resolved mechanical problems with various systems and equipment.
- Installed, tested and configured new shipboard equipment for use.
- Strengthened team morale through fostering an inclusive environment that valued diverse perspectives and ideas.
- Played a vital role in upholding Navy Core Values within the unit, demonstrating integrity, accountability, initiative, teamwork, and perseverance at all times.
- Developed strong leadership skills through active participation in various trainings and exercises.
- Excelled in communication, serving as a liaison between senior officers and enlisted personnel.
- Supported mission success by efficiently managing resources and personnel during deployments.
- Promoted camaraderie among crew members, organizing recreational activities during off-duty hours.
- Maintained high levels of safety, enforcing strict adherence to protocols and procedures on-board the ship.
- Managed bridge watch duties to look for different types of threats and adverse conditions.
- Stood Petty Officer of the Watch inport
- Conducted military ceremonies.
- Hoisted flags and kept flags in good condition.
- Performed colors at morning and evening.
- Ring proper bells and whistles when captains, admirals, and civilian authority are on board.
- In addition to my petty officer duties, I was a lay leader for the ship's religious programs.
- Maintain the ship's chapel.
- Conducted worship services and bible studies.
- Worked with the ship's chaplain for the spiritual and moral well being of my fellow shipmates.
Sales Associate
Kohls Department Store
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
- Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
Library Volunteer
Queen Creek Library
Queen Creek, Az
01.2014 - 10.2014
- Maintained clean, safe library environments for optimized customer comfort.
- Contributed to a well-organized and efficient library environment through regular sorting, shelving, and labeling of materials.
- Performed basic book reshelving and obtained items from book drop.
- Conducted circulation and shelving duties, maintaining orderly, organized displays.
- Greeted visitors, answered questions, and made book recommendations across subjects and genres.
- Located books, magazines and other materials quickly according to patron requests.
- Maintained an orderly and attractive environment by performing regular cleaning duties, such as dusting shelves and straightening materials.
- Facilitated a welcoming atmosphere for all visitors, addressing any concerns or issues promptly and professionally.
- Promoted library at special events and community gatherings.
Education
Master of Arts - Master of Divinity
Hellenic College Holy Cross
Brookline, MABachelor of Arts - Theological And Religious Studies
Hellenic College Holy Cross
Brookline, MAAssociates Of Arts - Liberal Arts
Central Arizona College
Maricopa, AZ05-2021
High School Diploma -
Queen Creek High School
Queen Creek, AZ05-2015
Cerficate Of Completion - Culinary Arts
East Valley Institute of Technology
Mesa, AZ05-2015
Skills
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving skills
- Listening skills
- Excellent people skills
- Reliable and punctual
- Goal oriented
- Exceptional customer service
- Brand promotion
- Friendly and outgoing
- Problem-solving
- Multi-tasking strength
- Outgoing personality
- Client service
- Conflict resolution
- Store opening and closing
- Great Manners and etiquette
- Artistic Skills
- Creative Skills
- Musical Skills
- Liturgical Skills
- Counseling and mentoring skills
- Ceremonial skills
- Decorating Skills
- Relationship building
- Professional demeanor
- Guest relations
- Ministorial skills
- Cooking skillls
- Teaching Skills
Interests
Accomplishments
Received Medals, ribbons and Bravo Zulus for naval service:
National Service Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Employee in the month of work twice at Kohl's Department Stores
My artwork has been featured in art shows.
I have received commissions from patrons for my artistic skills, both iconography and secular art.
Received medals for military service
National Service Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Sharp Shooter Medal
Good Conduct Medal
Additional Information
I was tonsured a Reader and Chanter by his eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America. On the Feast of the Elevation of the Holy Cross on September 14, 2025.
I was a lay leader during my time in the Navy in addition to my Quartermaster duties. I help the Chaplain with bible studies and prayer services.
Timeline
Barista
Safeway
02.2026 - Current
Chanter and Reader
St. George Greek Orthodox Church & St.Nektarios Greek Orthodox Church
08.2024 - 12.2025
Barista
Starbucks, Frys, Safeway
01.2020 - 07.2024
Quartermaster Petty Officer Third Class
United States Navy
11.2016 - 08.2019
Library Volunteer
Queen Creek Library
01.2014 - 10.2014
Sales Associate
Kohls Department Store
Master of Arts - Master of Divinity
Hellenic College Holy Cross
Bachelor of Arts - Theological And Religious Studies
Hellenic College Holy Cross
Associates Of Arts - Liberal Arts
Central Arizona College
High School Diploma -
Queen Creek High School
Cerficate Of Completion - Culinary Arts
East Valley Institute of Technology