Cady Pitner
Missoula,MT
Summary
Energetic and versatile professional with extensive experience in specialty coffee, customer service, and diverse work environments. Skilled in espresso and cocktail preparation, complemented by strong interpersonal communication, time management, and adaptability. Proven ability to maintain high productivity and ensure exceptional customer experiences. Background spans a variety of roles, from operating heavy machinery in timber landing zones to providing childcare at summer camps, showcasing a unique blend of technical and people-oriented expertise.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Barista and Server
The Den
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Responsible for making drinks such as matcha, tea, smoothies, and all coffee/espresso-oriented drinks
- Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction by efficiently handling drink orders and inquiries.
- Utilized POS system to receive and process customer payments.
- Washed and cleaned coffee maker, french press and espresso machine to remove mineral and hard water deposits.
Intern
USFS
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Company Overview: Internship provided through the Student Conservation Association
- Developed k-6th grade school curriculum on Forest Fire Ecology for Vermont/New Hampshire Classrooms and education programs
- Invasive removals, timber cruising, forest fire scar surveying, data collection and more
Ski Technician
Snowbowl Ski Shop
12.2021 - 01.2024
- Responsible for providing maintenance and repair services for ski equipment
- Duties include tuning and waxing skis, adjusting bindings, and assisting customers with equipment selection and fitting
- Responsible for rental equipment store management as assistant manager
Painter
Acorn Painting
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Responsible for preparing surfaces and applying paint to the exterior and interior of buildings
- Duties include sanding, scraping, and priming surfaces, as well working at heights
- Must ensure work is completed efficiently and to a high standard
Server, Cook, and Bartender
Golf Course / Tavern on the Tee
03.2021 - 08.2023
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes, served wine, and bottled beer.
- Responsible for preparing and cooking food items according to recipes and food safety standards, creating recipes, and adjusting the menu.
- Fulfilled front-of-house duties and provided high-quality table service.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Catering Team Member
Middlebury College
09.2018 - 08.2023
- Company Overview: On-Call Catering
- Duties include preparing and serving food, setting up and cleaning event spaces, and ensuring customer satisfaction
- Must be able to work flexible hours and adapt to varying event needs
Conservation Crew
Vermont Conservation Corperation
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Work outdoors to improve access to recreation, and make forests, wildlife habitats, and watersheds healthier
- Work with stone, wood, and earth to build trails and bridges
- Gained experience in various construction and use of saws and other hand tools such as rock bars, double jacks, rock nets, etc
- Built strong leadership and teamwork skills through this experience
Counselor
Camp Kookamunga
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Responsible for supervising and engaging campers in recreational activities
- Duties include leading games and activities, ensuring camper safety, and providing support and guidance to campers
- May also be responsible for organizing and implementing programs and events
Greenhouse Manager
PAHCC
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Responsible for assisting with the cultivation and maintenance of plants in a greenhouse environment
- Duties include planting seeds, watering plants, applying fertilizers, and maintaining a clean and organized work area
- May also be required to assist with customer inquiries and sales
Education
Environmental Science and Sustainability -
University of Montana
01.2027
Forestry -
University of Vermont
12-2023
Natural Resource Management - Wildlife Management and Forestry
Patricia A. Hannaford Career Center
06.2023
Graduate -
Middlebury Union High School
06.2023
Skills
- ArcGIS
- Chainsaw Operation and Safety
- Timber Cruising
- Espresso machine operation
- POS system operation
- Safe food handling
- Problem-solving
- Inventory management
Projects
- Building Multi Use Roads and Trails at Wright Park. 09/01/21 - 05/31/2. Use of heavy machinery such as tractors, excavators, sawmills, and chainsaws.
- Building Pollinator Patch at Wright Park. 09/01/21 - 05/31/23. Tilling and seeding, with garden maintenance.
- Construction and Resale of Parsnip Predators. 03/01/23 -05/31/23. Use of plasma cutter, grinder, and other varying hand tools.
Awards
- Honor Roll Student
- Game of Logging 1-2
- Crisis Worker Privilege
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Marker/Rossignol/Look/Dynastar Roxy/Salomon Binding Certified
- Crosscut/Sawyer Certified
- GreenHand Degree - FFA
- Drivers License
- VOSHA COVID-19 Safety Training
- Waterfowl Identification
- ServeSafe
- Vermont Land Steward Award 2023
Accomplishments
- Honor Roll Student
- National and Technical Honor Society Student
- Vermont Land Steward Award 2023
- Presidential Member of The National Society of Leadership and Success
Certification
- Crisis Worker Privilege
- DLC Certified
- ServeSafe
- Game of Logging 1-2
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Crosscut/Sawyer
- GreenHand Degree - FFA
- VOSHA COVID-19 Safety Training
Timeline
Barista and Server
The Den
08.2024 - 11.2024
Intern
USFS
05.2024 - 09.2024
Painter
Acorn Painting
06.2023 - 08.2023
Conservation Crew
Vermont Conservation Corperation
06.2022 - 08.2022
Ski Technician
Snowbowl Ski Shop
12.2021 - 01.2024
Counselor
Camp Kookamunga
06.2021 - 08.2021
Server, Cook, and Bartender
Golf Course / Tavern on the Tee
03.2021 - 08.2023
Greenhouse Manager
PAHCC
03.2021 - 06.2021
Catering Team Member
Middlebury College
09.2018 - 08.2023
Environmental Science and Sustainability -
University of Montana
Forestry -
University of Vermont
Natural Resource Management - Wildlife Management and Forestry
Patricia A. Hannaford Career Center
Graduate -
Middlebury Union High School
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