Corine Perez
Austin,TX
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong background in retail and food service, emphasizing customer engagement and operational efficiency. Demonstrated ability to manage inventory, ensure food safety, and maintain high standards in fast-paced environments. Committed to fostering a collaborative team atmosphere and enhancing customer satisfaction through effective service.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Teacher
Creative Action
Austin, TX
12.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans incorporating various art techniques and mediums.
- Facilitated art workshops for diverse groups, promoting creativity and self-expression.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects integrating art and other subjects.
- Managed active classroom environments, led organized group activities, and ensured safety, effective instruction, and high student engagement.
- Demonstrated strong communication, time management, and adaptability in delivering instructions and coordinating art projects.
Barista
Nectarine
Dripping Springs, TX
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Delivered friendly, personalized customer service and utilized suggestive selling techniques to increase customer engagement and drive sales.
- Handcrafted specialized espresso beverages and prepped food products to enhance customer satisfaction in fast-paced café setting.
- Maintained clean, organized counter and display areas while restocking items, verifying code dates, and ensuring proper food rotation to support operational efficiency.
AmeriCorps Trails Across Texas Crew Member
Texas Conservation Corps
Austin, TX
09.2024 - 10.2025
- Exhibited physical endurance and strong work ethic in demanding field conditions and extreme outdoor temperatures to achieve project goals.
- Utilized tools safely, adhered to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and collaborated effectively with a 10-person crew to ensure project completion.
- Maintained tools and equipment for conservation projects.
- Assisted in habitat restoration activities across various ecosystems.
- Collaborated with team members to execute environmental service projects.
Assistant Manager
JuiceLand
Austin, TX
06.2021 - 02.2025
- Delivered fast, courteous service during peak store rushes, enhancing customer experience through education and suggestive selling.
- Enforced local health department and sanitation guidelines across a crew of 10.
- Inspected products daily for quality and freshness, minimizing spoilage by adhering to expiration protocols and reporting waste.
- Maintained clean, organized, and fully stocked display cases and back-stock inventory, ensuring product availability in high-volume food and beverage environment.
Location Manager
Scenthound
Austin, TX
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Managed daily operations of multiple locations to ensure smooth service delivery.
- Coordinated scheduling and staffing needs to enhance service delivery and meet customer demands.
- Trained and supervised staff to maintain high customer service standards.
- Executed opening/closing duties, managed store inventory, ensured compliance with operational standards to support smooth store operations.
Shift Lead / FOH Host / BOH Kitchen Staff
Zoë's Kitchen Mediterranean Scratch Kitchen
Austin, TX
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Supervised daily operations and ensured smooth workflow during shifts.
- Trained and mentored new team members on food preparation and service standards.
- Prepared and prepped food products while adhering to strict recipe and food safety standards, ensuring quality and compliance.
- Operated commercial kitchen tools and maintained sanitary and organized prep stations, display cases, and customer areas to enhance operational efficiency.
- Coordinated inventory management and maintained stock levels for kitchen supplies.
Barista & Retail Associate
Starbucks
Georgetown, TX
11.2016 - 06.2017
- Prepared high-quality espresso beverages using precise techniques and recipes.
- Executed register operations, managed cash handling, and replenished stock while providing outstanding customer service.
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for patrons.
- Created front-faced displays, prepped products, and stocked retail shelves to enhance visual appeal and encourage sales.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, equipment, and dining areas to meet health standards.
Education
Coursework - Child Development
Austin Community College
Round Rock, TXHigh School Diploma -
Chaparral Star Academy
Austin, TXSkills
- Customer engagement
- Customer service and sales
- Staff training
- Team collaboration
- Operational efficiency
- Inventory management
- Food safety and sanitation
- Physical stamina
- Product merchandising
Core Skills Qualifications
- Customer Service & Suggestive Selling: Experienced in proactively assisting guests, resolving concerns, answering inquiries, and driving sales through product knowledge and friendly engagement.
- Merchandising, Stocking & Inventory: Skilled in receiving/breaking down shipments, front-facing displays, rotating stock by code dates, tracking waste/spoilage, and maintaining clean back-stock areas.
- Food Safety & Sanitation: Texas Food Handlers Certificate holder; thoroughly trained in health regulations, safe food prep/storage, and keeping sales floors and prep areas compliant.
- Physical Stamina & Operations: Comfortable standing/walking 8+ hours, lifting 50+ lbs, working in variable temperatures (refrigerators/freezers), and safely operating equipment/tools.
- Certifications: Texas Food Handlers Certificate, Red Cross CPR/First-Aid/AED Certified.
Timeline
Art Teacher
Creative Action
12.2025 - Current
Barista
Nectarine
10.2025 - 12.2025
AmeriCorps Trails Across Texas Crew Member
Texas Conservation Corps
09.2024 - 10.2025
Location Manager
Scenthound
05.2022 - 04.2023
Assistant Manager
JuiceLand
06.2021 - 02.2025
Shift Lead / FOH Host / BOH Kitchen Staff
Zoë's Kitchen Mediterranean Scratch Kitchen
06.2020 - 06.2021
Barista & Retail Associate
Starbucks
11.2016 - 06.2017
Coursework - Child Development
Austin Community College
High School Diploma -
Chaparral Star Academy