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Chase Kohnke

Hartford,WI

Summary

Driven by a results-focused approach, I enhanced youth engagement at Life Church and fostered customer loyalty at STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY through exceptional customer service and adept cash handling. Demonstrated leadership in team collaboration and program effectiveness, significantly increasing community involvement without exceeding a numerical percentage. Humble hard worker with great people skills and sales experience. 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.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Youth Ministry Intern

Life Church
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Enhanced youth engagement by incorporating creative activities and relevant topics into ministry programs.
  • Assisted with administrative tasks, ensuring efficient operations within the youth ministry department.
  • Organized impactful outreach events, resulting in increased community involvement and awareness of youth programs.
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
  • Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
  • Evaluated overall effectiveness of programming on a regular basis and provided insightful feedback for continuous improvement.

Barista

STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY
08.2021 - 08.2023
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
  • Promoted a friendly atmosphere by greeting customers with a welcoming attitude and promptly addressing their needs.
  • Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.
  • Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
  • Trained new employees, sharing and teaching the knowledge and technique of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with coworkers.

Education

Bachelor of Ministerial Leadership - Christian Ministry

Southeastern University
Lakeland, FL
04.2027

High School Diploma -

Slinger High School
Slinger, Wisconsin
06.2023

Skills

  • Cash Handling
  • Active listener
  • Cleanliness
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Team Leadership
  • Order Taking
  • Beverage Preparation
  • POS Systems
  • Menu Memorization
  • Up-selling
  • Administrative tasks
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Hobbies/Other

I am a very active person and love to stay fit and excellent in all of the work I do. I am a ministry student so I love preaching and diving into God's word as a whole. I also sing vocals at my home church in Wisconsin and current church in Tampa, and also sing in the Southeastern Worship Choir!!

Timeline

Youth Ministry Intern

Life Church
05.2024 - 08.2024

Barista

STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY
08.2021 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Ministerial Leadership - Christian Ministry

Southeastern University

High School Diploma -

Slinger High School
Chase Kohnke