Caleb Kennedy
Amherst,MA
Summary
Outgoing and friendly Barista with excellent interpersonal communication strengths, 3 years of high volume cafe experience, and comprehensive knowledge of all forms of specialty coffee service, extraction, and methodology.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Barista
Push for Joy
03.2025 - Current
- Operated full espresso menu in various high volume settings, including but not limited to company events, catering, weddings, and pop-ups.
- Committed to serving highest possible quality beverages, with a careful eye towards consistency, excellent espresso extraction, meticulous milk texture, and exceptional latte art.
- Quick, efficient, attentive, and professional customer service.
Lead Barista
Share Coffee
01.2024 - 03.2025
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to health and safety regulations, with attention to detail day in and day out.
- Mentored new staff members on proper techniques for espresso preparation and milk steaming, ensuring high-quality beverages.
- Lead with a commitment to high-quality service by consistently exceeding customer expectations with a friendly easygoing social temperament and top notch service.
Barista
Broadsheet Coffee Roasters
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Gained extensive high volume experience serving high end coffee to a bustling metro area.
- Developed very strong, efficient, and clean double bar workflow and teamwork.
- Preformed all tasks as needed and proactively to set my team members up for success.
- Handled customer complaints professionally and promptly to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.
Head of Order Fulfillment and Barista
Share Coffee
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Oversaw fulfillment of all retail and wholesale orders for a rapidly growing specialty roaster.
- Gained strong espresso palate through extensive training, tasting, passion, and experimentation.
- Maintained careful coffee inventory for two high volume cafes.
- Developed versatility and and adaptability by assisting in all areas of service across both cafes including, leading barista shifts, working food preparation, and dishwashing vigorously as needed.
Education
Music Production -
Ithaca College
Ithaca, NYSkills
- Hard worker
- Strong customer service
- Thoughtful communication
- Quick learner
- Adaptability
- Team player
- Attention to detail
- Personable and easy to work with
2x latte art competiton winner
2 time winner of local latte art competitions
Timeline
Event Barista
Push for Joy
03.2025 - Current
Lead Barista
Share Coffee
01.2024 - 03.2025
Barista
Broadsheet Coffee Roasters
01.2023 - 01.2024
Head of Order Fulfillment and Barista
Share Coffee
01.2022 - 01.2023
Music Production -
Ithaca College
Similar Profiles
Sarah LeeSarah Lee
Store Manager at Joy Joy Beauty SupplyStore Manager at Joy Joy Beauty Supply
Carter KennedyCarter Kennedy
Delivery Rider at Push Pedal PullDelivery Rider at Push Pedal Pull
Chascidee TaitagueChascidee Taitague
Product Marketing Coordinator at PUSH AgenciesProduct Marketing Coordinator at PUSH Agencies