Reliable and experienced worker equipped for fast-paced work and changing daily needs. Serves customers effectively with attention to detail and hardworking approach. Seeks out opportunities to go beyond basics, improve processes and increase customer satisfaction.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Barista
Starbucks
07.2023 - 12.2023
Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
Sanitized equipment and wiped down counters and tables to prevent spread of germs.
Elevated customer loyalty by using strong communication abilities to resolve customer problems.
Conference Assistant
University Of California, Santa Cruz
06.2023 - 09.2023
Contact Sofia Lindsey at (510)828-3872
Coordinated and allocated equipment, supplies and staff for events.
Worked with professional and trade associations to create memorable and successful events.
Attended and participated in industry events.
Conferred with customers to gather event requirements and explore opportunities.
Selected catering services for different types of events, balancing cost, menu and term options against client demands.
Recruited sponsors for events and planned scope of involvement, financial tie-ins and promotional aspects for mutual benefit.
Arranged security, printing and supply vendors to meet unique requirements of each event.
Supported accurate financial recordkeeping by closely checking bills and approving payments.
Followed local regulations for events and obtained necessary permits.
Barista
Safeway
10.2022 - 05.2023
Contact Charles Hillman at (831)400-7591
Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
Enforced company policies and procedures to strengthen operational standards across departments.
Coached team members and delivered constructive feedback to promote better productivity and build confidence.
Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Student Supervisor
Porter Dining Hall
09.2021 - 06.2022
Contact Dan Tokar at (831)332-2794
Created interesting program offerings to diversify the program and bring in new students
Evaluated program operations regularly to identify and proactively correct problems
Organized informational events and workshops to bring in potential students
Administered contracts, completed paperwork and managed attendance regarding students
Oversaw cleaning and maintenance programs, keeping facilities in good shape for students' needs
Mentored and supervised orientations for students regarding food safety and resources the school can provide.
Assistant Shift Leader
Chick-fil-A
08.2017 - 09.2021
Contact Andrew Ledezma at (720)537-9973
Managed day to day cash responsibilities and daily inventory needs
Engaged and resolved customer complaints
Managed day to day business activities, shift organization, and restaurant needs
Served over a thousand guests daily in a fast-paced business environment
Managed team member performance and staffing needs
Worked with the owner/operator as part of a high-performance leadership team to execute our business strategy
Achieved strategic, annual business results through focus and action on tactical monthly and quarterly objectives and tasks
Coached team members in customer service, food preparation and kitchen safety
Coordinated catering and facility logistics for customer and community events
Organized and balanced daily receipts, logs and reports
Reduced risk of food-borne illness with strong attention to safe food-handling techniques
Reduced waste with FIFO inventory practices and consistent monitoring
Managed registers, counting drawers before and after each shift.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, Creative Writing
University of California
Santa Cruz, CA
06.2023
Associate of Arts - General Literature
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA
06.2021
Skills
Staff Leadership
Multitasking and Prioritization
Creativity and Adaptability
Clear Communication
Client Relations
Crisis Management
Strategic Planning
Employee Training and Development
Team Leadership
Schedule Preparation
Timeline
Barista
Starbucks
07.2023 - 12.2023
Conference Assistant
University Of California, Santa Cruz
06.2023 - 09.2023
Barista
Safeway
10.2022 - 05.2023
Student Supervisor
Porter Dining Hall
09.2021 - 06.2022
Assistant Shift Leader
Chick-fil-A
08.2017 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, Creative Writing