Brookelyn Tarkington
Visalia,CA
Summary
Friendly and reliable service professional with experience as a barista, food server, and dog trainer. Skilled in engaging with customers, managing tasks efficiently, and providing attentive, personalized service. Strong communicator and team player, ready to bring dedication, adaptability, and a positive attitude to a barista role.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Nanny
Babysitting, Visalia
Visalia
07.2023 - Current
- Used patience, communication, and problem solving skills to build relationships with children and parents.
- Developed strong multitasking and time management skills in order to take on more roles.
Barista
Starbucks, Visalia
Visalia
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Memorized over 50 menu items to create customized beverages for over 400+ customers a day.
- Optimized workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
- Built rapport with new and returning customers to promote the company's mission and values.
- Collaborated with 4-10 employees each shift to strategize and excite exceeding company metrics such as window times.
- Accurately managed cash flow operations totaling $1000-$4000 per shift.
Pet Caretaker
Your Pro Dog Trainer, Visalia
Visalia
07.2018
- Facilitated healthy environments for animals.
- Provided friendly and efficient services for pet owners.
- Walk, feed, and give medication to dogs, following owners strict instructions.
Server
Quesadilla Gorilla, Visalia
Visalia
07.2018 - 10.2020
- Greeted customers with welcoming enthusiasm.
- Took accurate orders and served food in a timely manner.
- Partnered with other crew members and managers to successfully meet goals during the shift.
- Prepared and stocked the day's ingredients for each station.
Education
High School Diploma -
Redwood High School
Visalia06-2018
Skills
- Verbal Communication
- Resolving Conflict
- Persistence
- High Energy
- Sell to Customer Needs
- Client/Customer Relationships
- Cashier Experience
Timeline
Nanny
Babysitting, Visalia
07.2023 - Current
Barista
Starbucks, Visalia
11.2021 - 05.2023
Pet Caretaker
Your Pro Dog Trainer, Visalia
07.2018
Server
Quesadilla Gorilla, Visalia
07.2018 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
Redwood High School