Kingi Vang
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Professional, skilled in crafting high-quality beverages and providing exceptional customer service. Strong focus on teamwork, ensuring smooth operations and meeting customer needs efficiently. Adaptable and reliable, ready to excel in fast-paced environments. Expertise in coffee preparation, machine maintenance, and inventory management, with friendly and approachable demeanor.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Barista
Target Starbucks
Roseville, MN
10.2023 - Current
- Prepared high-quality espresso beverages and specialty drinks to customer specifications.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations in compliance with health and safety standards.
- Provided exceptional customer service, fostering positive relationships to enhance loyalty and repeat business.
- Trained new baristas on beverage preparation techniques and operational procedures for optimal performance.
- Implemented efficient workflows during peak hours, improving service speed and overall customer satisfaction.
Team Member
Better Baked
Maplewood, MN
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Assisted in daily production tasks, ensuring timely completion of baked goods.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, maintaining high safety and sanitation standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance productivity.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Kitchen Team
Panda Express
Saint Cloud, MN
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Cashier, Made drinks
Vivi’s Bubble Tea
Saint Cloud, MN
04.2021 - 03.2023
- Crafted customized boba beverages based on customer preferences and dietary needs.
- Trained new baristas on beverage preparation techniques and customer service standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to ensure efficient operations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline drink production during peak hours.
Cook
Pretzelmaker
Saint Paul, MN
09.2018 - 06.2020
- In charge of making the pretzels, communicated with customers and coworkers, opened and closed the shop
- Prepared high-quality pretzels and snacks following standardized recipes and procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, including ovens and mixers, to support food production.
- Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols to enhance team performance.
- Supervised kitchen staff during peak hours, ensuring timely service and quality standards were met.
Education
No Degree - Mechanical Engineering
St. Paul College
St. Paul MN05-2030
Highschool Diploma - undefined
Hmong College Prep Academy
Saint Paul, MN06.2020
Skills
- Time management
- Friendly and outgoing
- Attention to detail
- Team player
- Cash handling
- Opening and closing duties
- Safe food handling
- Basic math
- Positive and professional
Accomplishments
- September 2019 - June 2020
- Choir Tenor Section Leader - Leader
- Motivated students to improve their reading in music, taught students how to sing the right notes, and gave out advice
- Class of 2020 Committee - Member
- Took part in meetings for fundraising
- Helped plan Senior Trip
- Leading the team
- March 2019 - May 2019
- Boy’s Volleyball Team - JV Team Captain
- Gave out advice on how to improve teammate’s game
- Pushed other members to give their all while in the game
- August 2020 - March 2023
- SCSU HSO member
- Went to events
- Helped with events
- Performed in their culture day
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hmong
Professional Working
Timeline
Barista
Target Starbucks
10.2023 - Current
Team Member
Better Baked
05.2023 - 10.2023
Kitchen Team
Panda Express
03.2023 - 05.2023
Cashier, Made drinks
Vivi’s Bubble Tea
04.2021 - 03.2023
Cook
Pretzelmaker
09.2018 - 06.2020
Highschool Diploma - undefined
Hmong College Prep Academy
No Degree - Mechanical Engineering
St. Paul College