Elijah Fast
Minnetonka,MN
Summary
Proficient barista and cashier with an extended background of food and beverage experience. Well versed in customer service, community operations, and thrives in a fast paced environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Barista/Cashier
Munkabeans
Hopkins, MN
06.2021 - 04.2026
- Greeted customers, took orders, and addressed guest concerns to ensure a positive experience
- Brewed coffee and prepared espresso and specialty drinks to enhance customer satisfaction
- Assisted in baking and cooking menu items to maintain quality and freshness
- Cleaned dishes, counters, and stocked items
- Performed various tasks to support team operations
Restaurant Team Member
Panera Bread
Minnetonka, Minnesota
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Assisted customers at barista counter during peak hours to ensure timely service.
- Prepared sandwiches, soups, and salads to meet customer orders efficiently.
- Prepared and organized ingredients for menu items in kitchen
- Maintained dining room cleanliness and managed dishwashing to support a welcoming environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN05-2030
High School Diploma -
Performing Institute of Minnesota
Eden Prairie, MN05-2025
Some College (No Degree) - Music
Normandale Community College
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Coffee brewing techniques
- Menu item knowledge
- Food preparation techniques
- Food preparation
- Extensive barista experience
- Customer service and interactions
- Team building and collaboration
Affiliations
- Volunteer nursing home pianist
- Professional gigging musician with local bands
- Contract musician through PiM Arts high school
- Emerging Professionals Ensemble, 2022-2023
- Veterans hospital alternate church pianist
Accomplishments
- Honored to receive the Instrumental Ensemble TA position-2023 & 2024 school year
- Stand out graduating musician award-2025
- Deans list- Normandale community college
Timeline
Restaurant Team Member
Panera Bread
09.2024 - 04.2025
Barista/Cashier
Munkabeans
06.2021 - 04.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
University of Minnesota
High School Diploma -
Performing Institute of Minnesota
Some College (No Degree) - Music
Normandale Community College