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Barista
John Howell

John Howell

Chicago,IL

Summary

Customer-focused professional with hands-on experience in fast-paced food service and retail settings. Recognized for reliability, efficiency, and a positive team-first attitude.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Barista

Starbucks
Chicago, US
04.2023 - 08.2025
  • prepare and serve Deverages and food items while maintaining high quality and safety standards
  • . Deliver friendly, efficient customer serviceina fast-paced environment
  • . Operate PoS systems, handle cash, and manage ustomer transactions accurately
  • . Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations mplliance with health regulations

Janitorial Worker

BSA
Chicago, US
02.2021 - 10.2022
  • . Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of commercial facilities
  • . Followed safety procedures PD cleaning protocols
  • . Ensured aclean, welcoming environment for staff and visitors

Cashier/Sales Associate

Mariano's
Skokie, US
08.2021 - 10.2022
  • . Assisted customers with purchases and provided product recommendations
  • . Processed transactions, andled cash, and alanced registers
  • . stocked shelves and maintained store presentation
  • . supported team operations during peak usiness hours

Assistant Manager

Family Dollar
Chicago, US
03.2019 - 02.2021
  • Assisted customers with purchases and provided product recommendations
  • Processed transactions, andled cash, and alanced registers
  • stocked shelves and maintained store presentation
  • supported team operations during peak usiness hours
  • Truck unloading team leader & supervisor

Line Cook

Portillos Restaurant
Chicago, US
01.2019 - 11.2020
  • Food production/ Kitchen cleanliness/ Customer service.
  • supported food production, kitchen cleanliness, and customer service
  • . Assisted with order preparation and meal assembly
  • . Maintained sanitation and food safety standards

Basketball Referee & Locker Room Attendant

Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, US
01.2020 - 04.2020
  • Enforced game rules and maintained fair play during intramural games
  • . Monitored 8ym facilities to ensure safety and cleanliness
  • . Assisted patrons and addressed concerns promptly

Locker Room Attendant

Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, US
01.2020 - 04.2020

Monitored gym facilities to ensure safety and cleanliness

. Assisted patrons and addressed concerns promptly

  • Attended to laundry using facility machinery as intended and with safety

Food Service Worker

Temp worker
Chicago, US

supported food production, kitchen cleanliness, and customer service

. Assisted with order preparation and meal assembly

. Maintained sanitation and food safety standards

  • Followed consession stand standards
  • Operated POS system and assisted with cash handling

Education

Second year college - Computer Science

Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL

High school or equivalent -

Air Force Academy High School
Chicago, IL

Skills

  • Food Production
  • Food Preparation
  • Kitchen Experience
  • Food Service
  • Customer service
  • Food Handling
  • Retail services
  • Cleaning Experience
  • Culinary Experience
  • Commercial Cleaning
  • Leadership
  • Food Safety
  • Cashiering
  • Merchandising
  • Retail Sales
  • Meal Preparation
  • Host/Hostess
  • Cash Handling
  • Guest services
  • Manufacturing
  • Assembly
  • Restaurant experience
  • POS
  • Retail sales
  • Cash register
  • Grocery store
  • Basic math
  • Retail math
  • Warehouse experience
  • Customer service
  • Stocking
  • Load & unload
  • Shipping & receiving
  • Serving
  • Custodial experience
  • Cleaning
  • Barista experience
  • Customer support
  • Organizational skills
  • Sales
  • Nutrition
  • Sanitation
  • Coffee experience
  • Hospitality

Certification

Food Handler Certification, 01/01/22, 01/01/25

Personal Information

Authorized To Work: US

Timeline

Barista

Starbucks
04.2023 - 08.2025

Cashier/Sales Associate

Mariano's
08.2021 - 10.2022

Janitorial Worker

BSA
02.2021 - 10.2022

Basketball Referee & Locker Room Attendant

Northeastern Illinois University
01.2020 - 04.2020

Locker Room Attendant

Northeastern Illinois University
01.2020 - 04.2020

Assistant Manager

Family Dollar
03.2019 - 02.2021

Line Cook

Portillos Restaurant
01.2019 - 11.2020

Food Service Worker

Temp worker

Second year college - Computer Science

Northeastern Illinois University

High school or equivalent -

Air Force Academy High School
John Howell