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James Balfour

James Balfour

San Diego,CA

Summary

I'm a people person with years of experience in the service industry, and I enjoy helping others. I have worked with all kinds of customers over the years as well as being in leadership positions most of my ault life. I enjoy teaching others and sharing my skills and knowledge to help benefit others. I am an effective communicator and I have a keen eye for creativity. I'm also very organized and I thrive in a clean workspace. I also enjoy preforming and making music along with skating or surfing in my free time!

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Music Producer

Independent
San Diego, CA
01.2018 - Current
  • Developed musical compositions and arrangements for a variety of genres.
  • Recorded, mixed, and edited audio tracks in the studio.
  • Collaborated with artists to create unique sounds for their projects.
  • Mastered tracks using advanced digital audio editing software.
  • Composed original music using various instruments and software programs.
  • Played different musical instruments to accompany and complement praise teams.
  • Rewrote original musical scores in different musical styles by changing tempos, harmonies, and rhythms.

Barista

Darshan Bakery
Del Mar, CA
12.2023 - 09.2024
  • Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
  • Prepared specialty coffee drinks such as lattes, cappuccinos, macchiatos, mochas, and Americanos.
  • Operated cash registers to process customer payments.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, washing dishes, and cleaning floors.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies and restocked when necessary.
  • Placed orders with suppliers for delivery of products required for daily operations.
  • Trained new baristas on company policies and procedures regarding food handling safety standards.
  • Created promotional displays for advertising special events or promotions at the cafe.
  • Managed morning rush of customers daily with efficient, levelheaded customer service.

Swim Instructor

Waterworks aquatics
San Diego, CA
06.2023 - 03.2024
  • Provided swimming instruction to individuals and groups of all ages.
  • Demonstrated proper technique for each stroke, including freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly.
  • Instructed participants on water safety rules and regulations.
  • Ensured that swimmers followed pool rules and regulations at all times.
  • Encouraged swimmers to progress through drills while providing positive feedback on their performance.

Server/Bartender

Me n Eds
Pismo Beach, CA
02.2021 - 12.2022
  • Assisted in training new servers.
  • Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
  • Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
  • Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies..
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.

Education

Associate of Arts - Film, Tv, And Entertainment

Cuesta College
San Luis Obispo, CA
12-2022

Associate of Science - Communications

Cuesta College
San Luis Obispo, CA
06-2022

Skills

  • Audio mixing
  • Collaborative skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Event planning
  • Problem-solving
  • Sound engineering
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Organizational skills
  • First aid and CPR
  • Customer service
  • Child supervision

Languages

Spanish
Limited

Affiliations

  • Making music
  • Skateboarding
  • Surfing
  • Biking
  • Frisbee

Timeline

Barista

Darshan Bakery
12.2023 - 09.2024

Swim Instructor

Waterworks aquatics
06.2023 - 03.2024

Server/Bartender

Me n Eds
02.2021 - 12.2022

Music Producer

Independent
01.2018 - Current

Associate of Arts - Film, Tv, And Entertainment

Cuesta College

Associate of Science - Communications

Cuesta College
James Balfour