Farhad Sarvari
New York,NY
Summary
Personable team member experienced in crafting specialty coffee and teas and providing superior customer service. Fluent in range of coffee beans, origins and blends. Dedicated to providing unique service to coffee enthusiasts in fast-paced environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Barista
Maman
New York, NY
01.2024 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
- Demonstrated expertise in various brewing techniques, ensuring consistent quality across all drinks served.
- Helped management keep adequate supply on hand by notifying of shortages.
- Packaged bagels, muffins and other food items for customer purchase.
Barista
Plantshed
New York, NY
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Assisted in inventory management to maintain adequate stock levels and reduce wastage.
- Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
- Learned every menu item's preparation and numerous off-label drinks to meet customer needs.
- Prepared specialty drinks such as cappuccinos, lattes and mochas.
- Learned special recipe items and seasonal offerings to best meet customer needs.
Barista
Poppi
New York, NY
11.2022 - 01.2024
- 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 and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
- Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
- Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
- Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
- Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching.
- Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
- Completed successful daily cash audits to correctly balance drawers at end of shifts.
- Monitored supply levels at counter and maintained customer areas to meet typical demands.
- Prepared specialty drinks such as cappuccinos, lattes and mochas.
- Learned every menu item's preparation and numerous off-label drinks to meet customer needs.
- Helped management keep adequate supply on hand by notifying of shortages.
- Restocked display cases with attractive arrangements to promote specialty food items like bagels and muffins.
- Explained beverage preparation and offered samples to help customers choose ideal items.
- Repaired minor issues and maintained espresso equipment and coffee machines for smooth functioning.
- Minimized spoilage with proper use of first-in-first-out stock procedures.
Barista
Cooper Mug
Brooklyn, NY
09.2020 - 11.2022
- 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.
Line Cook
Copper Mug
Brooklyn, NY
09.2020 - 11.2022
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Assisted in developing new menu items to reflect restaurant's style and standards.
- Developed strategies to enhance catering and retail food service revenue and productivity goals.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Server
Cats On The Bay
Brooklyn, NY
06.2020 - 11.2020
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
Carpenter
Look Better Construction
New York
11.2019 - 07.2020
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
- Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
- Collaborated with other construction workers to coordinate projects and streamline process.
- Cut, shaped and installed siding, roofing and framing to protect interior of properties from harsh weather conditions.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
- Measured, cut and installed drywall, paneling and other materials.
Administrative Assistant
Made Men Barbershop
New York, NY
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Created and maintained databases to track and record customer data.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
Education
Foreign Languages Education
Minsk State Linguistic University
Minsk, BelarusSkills
- Food Running
- Soft Selling
- Espresso Machine Operation
- Up-Selling
- Cash Handling
- POS Systems
- Table Bussing
- Latte Art
- Beverage Preparation
- Menu Memorization
- Ordering Procedures
- Food Preparation
- Opening and Closing Duties
- Coffee Expertise
- Point of Sale Operation
- Performance Improvement
- Safe Food Handling Practices
- Sales Expertise
- Excellent Math Skills
- Coffee Machinery
- Hospitality Service Expertise
- Fluent in Language
- Conflict Mediation
- Adaptive and Creative
- Retail Management
- New Hire Training
- Active Listener
- Product Displays
- Team Leadership
- Cooking
- Team Player
- Sandwich Preparation
- Inventory Management
- Graphic Design
- Friendly and Outgoing
- Excellent Memory
- Safe Food Handling
- Conversant in Language
- Smoothie Making
- Cash Register Operation
- Adaptability
- Customer service
- Order taking
- Quality control
- Sales techniques
- Drink customization
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Product upselling
- Time management
- Stress management
- Cleanliness
- Equipment maintenance
- Menu knowledge
- Espresso preparation
- Reliability
- Decision-making
- Attention to detail
- Food Storage Management
- Order Preparation
Languages
English
Full Professional
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Belarusian
Native or Bilingual
Certification
NYC food handlers certificate
equipment I worked with
LA MARZOCCO LINEA PB
La Marzocco GB5 EE
Mahlkonig EK43 Filter Coffee Grinder
Mahlkonig E65S GBW Espresso Grinder
Nuova Simonelli Mythos GrinderTimeline
Barista
Maman
01.2024 - Current
Barista
Plantshed
01.2024 - 07.2024
Barista
Poppi
11.2022 - 01.2024
Barista
Cooper Mug
09.2020 - 11.2022
Line Cook
Copper Mug
09.2020 - 11.2022
Server
Cats On The Bay
06.2020 - 11.2020
Carpenter
Look Better Construction
11.2019 - 07.2020
Administrative Assistant
Made Men Barbershop
09.2019 - 11.2019
Foreign Languages Education
Minsk State Linguistic University