Caycie Taegan Parkman
West Chicago,IL
Summary
Outgoing and friendly Barista with excellent interpersonal communication strengths. Solid experience processing payments, handling food and meeting customer demands with diligent and well-organized mentality. Dedicated to creating personalized customer experiences while offering expertise in coffee production, and preparation. Strong knowledge of roasting and brewing, with enthusiasm for promoting sustainable and fair-trade coffee. Fast learner and adapter to new circumstances and challenges paired with in-depth knowledge of coffee-making equipment operations. Works well under pressure and in fast-paced settings.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Barista
Starbucks
03.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
Guest Advocate
Target
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Resolved customer complaints swiftly, finding resolutions that maintained customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated closely with other departments to meet guest needs and provide best possible experience.
Intern
Warrenville Grove Animal Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2022
- I worked as an intern for two weeks
- Most of my time was spent observing various procedures and surgeries, but I was able to assist in micro tasks
- These include doing laundry, refilling supplies, cleaning surgical equipment and scrubs, holding animals in place for examinations and shots, as well as assisting in the administrative area of the hospital.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Computer Animation
Columbia College Chicago
05.2026
High School Diploma -
Wheaton Academy
900 Prince Crossing Rd, West Chicago, IL 6018505.2022
Skills
- Cash Flow Management
- Guest Satisfaction
- Prepare Products
- Resolving Complaints
- Opening and Closing Coordination
- Coffee and Tea Expertise
- Adaptable and Flexible
- POS System Operations
- Available Weekends
- Mobile Devices
- Coordinating with Supervisors
- Drink Consistency
Languages
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Barista
Starbucks
03.2022 - Current
Intern
Warrenville Grove Animal Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2022
Guest Advocate
Target
08.2021 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Computer Animation
Columbia College Chicago
High School Diploma -
Wheaton Academy
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