Holly Shaw
Barista
Avondale Estates,GA
Summary
Friendly team player dedicated to making delicious specialty coffee and tea beverages and contributing to safe, welcoming cafe environment. Fast learner and adapter to new circumstances and challenges paired with in-depth knowledge of coffee-making equipment operations.
Overview
8
8
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Barista
Bellwood Coffee
11.2025 - Current
- Prepared espresso beverages, teas, and specialty drinks with consistent quality and presentation.
- Managed register transactions, cash handling, and order accuracy during peak service.
- Maintained clean workstations, sanitized equipment, and upheld food safety practices.
Barista
The Daily
07.2024 - 11.2025
- Made and served brand-specific café beverages with a focus on speed, quality and consistency.
- Guided customers through coffee offerings, increasing upselling opportunities and enriching their experience.
- Maintained cleanliness of counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas to uphold a welcoming environment.
Barista
Revolution Donuts
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Maintained clean, organized workspace to enhance productivity and ensure safety.
- Created welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers warmly and addressing needs promptly.
- Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
Barista
The Chastain
02.2021 - 06.2024
- Created a wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction.
- Monitored and replenished supplies in counter and customer areas to ensure smooth operations.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Managed customer flow with prompt, efficient service, enhancing overall customer experience.
Shift Leader
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
01.2018 - 02.2021
- Trained and led teams to enhance individual performance and support achievement of performance targets.
- Resolved customer complaints and provided solutions that upheld customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Managed shift operations, allocated resources, and monitored team performance to ensure operational efficiency and profitability.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Media
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA 08.2016 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
South Effingham High School
Guyton, GA 08.2012 - 05.2016
Skills
Beverage Preparation
Espresso machine operation
Opening and closing duties
Cash Handling
Team Player
Adaptive and creative
Timeline
Barista
Bellwood Coffee
11.2025 - Current
Barista
The Daily
07.2024 - 11.2025
Barista
Revolution Donuts
10.2023 - 06.2024
Barista
The Chastain
02.2021 - 06.2024
Shift Leader
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
01.2018 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Media
Georgia State University
08.2016 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
South Effingham High School
08.2012 - 05.2016