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Arina Shcherbakova

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Dedicated barista and hospitality professional with 5+ years of experience in fast-paced environments, including beverage preparation, guest service, and high-volume operations. Skilled in crafting specialty coffees, ensuring consistent quality, and delivering friendly, efficient service. Bilingual in English and Russian; eager to contribute to a dynamic team with strong multitasking and attention to detail.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Barista

Koffein
Surgut, Russia
09.2018 - 05.2021

Professional Summary

Friendly barista with experience in beverage preparation and customer service. Passionate about creating positive experiences.

Experience

- Prepared and served 100+ beverages daily, maintaining quality and speed.
- Handled customer orders and payments, resolving issues promptly.

Skills
- Beverage Preparation
- Customer Service
- Multilingual Support
- POS Systems
- Fast-Paced Environment Management

Catering Assistant

Outside Catering
Los Angeles, CA
2022 - Current

Professional Summary

Assisted in event setup, food prep, and customer service from baker/catering roles. Bilingual in English/Russian, eager to support high-volume events.

Experience

- Coordinated setup for 20+ events weekly, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction, resulting in 95% positive feedback.
- Prepared and served food/beverages for groups of 50–200, adapting to dietary needs and cultural preferences.
- Managed inventory and logistics, reducing waste by 15% through efficient planning.

Skills
- Event Setup & Logistics
- Food & Beverage Service
- Customer Service Excellence
- Bilingual Communication (English/Russian)
- Time Management & Team Collaboration

Baker/Barista

The Cheesecake Factory
Los Angeles, CA
08.2022 - 10.2022

Professional Summary

Performed dessert plating/finishing with barista duties of making coffee drinks.

Experience

- Served coffee beverages and prepared desserts for high-volume restaurant, handling 100+ orders daily while maintaining quality standards.
- Collaborated with team to meet deadlines, improving efficiency during peak hours.

Skills

- Espresso machine operation and specialty beverage preparation (lattes, cappuccinos, espressos, hot chocolate)

- Precise dessert plating and finishing (glazing, whipped cream piping, sauce drizzling, consistent presentation)

- Customer service excellence and guest interaction (order taking, menu knowledge, friendly engagement)

- Multitasking in fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environments

- Quick learning and adaptability to proprietary recipes and procedures

- Positive attitude and strong work ethic under pressure

Education

Associate of Science - Psychology

Glendale Community College
Glendale, California, CA
06-2025

Skills

  • Friendly, motivated, and adaptable professional with over 5 years of experience in customer service, food, beverage, and hospitality
  • Skilled in catering, barista service, and baking Excellent team player with strong attention to detail, time management, and a passion for delivering great service

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Baker/Barista

The Cheesecake Factory
08.2022 - 10.2022

Barista

Koffein
09.2018 - 05.2021

Catering Assistant

Outside Catering
2022 - Current

Associate of Science - Psychology

Glendale Community College