Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Catelyn Tschida

Copper Mountain Coffee
MISSOULA,MT
2
Certification
3
Years of experience

Motivated psychology student with a communication minor and experience in customer service, employee training, and mentoring. Developed leadership and communication skills through retail roles and as an executive mentor with Brave Mentoring. Pursuing graduate studies in counseling to support individuals and families.

Work History

Barista

5 Months
Copper Mountain Coffee | 05.2026 - Current
  • Prepared espresso beverages and specialty drinks to match recipe standards and guest preferences.
  • Operated POS system to process orders, payments, and modifications accurately.
  • Restocked syrups, beans, milk, and supplies to support continuous service.
  • Maintained clean, sanitary workstations, equipment, and service areas throughout shift.
  • Delivered attentive customer service, resolving order issues with professionalism and speed.
  • Trained new baristas on drink preparation, station setup, and workflow expectations.
  • Managed opening and closing tasks, including setup, cleanup, and daily cash reconciliation.
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote a fun, a fun, positive environment.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.

Sales Associate

1 Year
Scheels | 05.2025 - 05.2026
  • Delivered knowledgeable service across apparel, footwear, and sporting goods departments
  • Assisted customers with product selection, sizing, and store navigation
  • Processed sales transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems
  • Replenished merchandise and maintained organized, shoppable sales floors
  • Supported fitting room operations by returning items and managing recovery
  • Learned product features to answer customer questions confidently
  • Tracked inventory and reported low-stock items to maintain availability

Barrista

2 Years 8 Months
Florance Coffee Co | 09.2023 - 05.2026
  • Prepared espresso beverages and specialty drinks following café recipes and quality standards.
  • Operated POS system to process orders, handle payments, and support smooth service flow.
  • Maintained clean, organized workstations, equipment, and customer-facing areas throughout shifts.
  • Restocked milk, syrups, coffee beans, and supplies to prevent service interruptions.
  • Assisted new team members with beverage procedures, workflow expectations, and station setup.
  • Managed multiple customer orders efficiently during peak rush periods while maintaining accuracy.
  • Followed food safety, sanitation, and handling procedures for beverages, ingredients, and service areas.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
  • Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

The University of Montana | Missoula, MT | 05.2027
  • Dean's List Spring 2025- Spring 2027
  • Awarded Payne Family Impact scholarship
  • Theories of Counseling, Psychological Disorders, Social Psychology, Psychology of Gender, Psychological Statistics, Family Communication, Social Gerontology, and Introduction to Social Work.
  • Professional Development: Professional Development

Brave Mentoring — Executive Mentor | Fall 2021–Spring 2023

  • Helped develop lessons and guide high school mentors in supporting younger students.
  • Built leadership, communication, and peer mentoring skills.

Next Step Mentoring — Founder | In Development

  • Building on my Brave Mentoring experience to develop a mentoring program focused on mental health awareness, supportive relationships, and suicide prevention.
  • Working to bring the program to Missoula schools, with college students guiding high school mentors who support younger students.

Skills

Customer engagement
Attention to detail
Time management
Team player
Problem-solving
Stress management
Team leadership
Decision-making
Adaptive and creative
Conflict resolution
Friendly and outgoing
Emergency preparedness

Certification

  • QPR Gatekeeper Training — Suicide prevention training in Question, Persuade, and Refer.
  • CITI Program Research Ethics Training — Completed August 2026; covered human subjects protections, informed consent, privacy, and research with vulnerable populations.

Timeline

Barista

Copper Mountain Coffee
05.2026 - CurrentRead More

Sales Associate

Scheels
05.2025 - 05.2026Read More

Barrista

Florance Coffee Co
09.2023 - 05.2026Read More

The University of Montana

Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
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Catelyn Tschida