Gaddiel Soto Chavez
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Experienced in crafting specialty coffee and teas while providing great customer service. Fluent in my knowledge of a range of coffee, teas, origins of coffees, and blends. Fast learner in providing a unique service to other coffee enthusiasts and everyday joes in fast-paced environments. Dedicated to creating personalized customer experiences with a strong knowledge in everything coffee from brewing to types of beans, brewing styles, and much more drink related areas. Excited to share my knowledge with enthusiasm for promoting my love of coffee and tea with others. I have a passion in politics, coffee, baking, and teas so placed in any new opportunity I am willing to learn to strengthen and find a new passion.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Barista
Klatch Coffee
Redondo Beach, California
06.2025 - Current
- Trained new baristas on beverage preparation and customer service techniques.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure smooth workflow and efficient service.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain stock availability.
- Brought in new ideas that were implemented to the cafe to improve the atmosphere and customer involvement
Student Coach
Elevo Learning
Westminster, USA
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Worked on interactive lessons in a group dynamic to foster a supportive learning environment
- Collaborate with teachers and school staff to integrate social-emotional learning into daily activities
- Be a positive role model for students
- Built a trustworthy mentoring environment by consistently providing reliable guidance and support to students
- Work on-site with K-8 classes to teach PE lessons with a focus on physical education, social-emotional learning, and school work through sessions.
Retail Associate
Walmart
Downey, USA
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
- Maintained a tidy and organized store environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Actively engaged customers to provide general assistance and information on store merchandise.
- Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
Education
Graduate - Political Science, Communication Studies
California State University-Long Beach
Long Beach, CAGraduate - Political Science
California State University-Long Beach
Long Beach, CASkills
- Customer service
- Excellent communication
- Adaptability
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Opening and closing duties
- Multitasking and organization
- Store maintenance
- Product merchandising
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Espresso preparation
- Team management
- Inventory
- Coffee and tea expertise
- Barista training
- Latte art
- Food service
Websites
Hobbies and Interests
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family.
- Baking
- I like trying new recipes and food/drink trends.
- I own a variety of coffee brewing machines from an espresso machine to a simple french press.
- I grind and brew a ton of my own drinks at home so I have a knowledge of how different styles bring out the taste of a bean.
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community.
Languages
- Spanish
- English
Timeline
Lead Barista
Klatch Coffee
06.2025 - Current
Student Coach
Elevo Learning
08.2024 - 06.2025
Retail Associate
Walmart
08.2021 - 06.2023
Graduate - Political Science, Communication Studies
California State University-Long Beach
Graduate - Political Science
California State University-Long Beach