LEILANI BARNACHEA
Cerritos,CA
Summary
Reliable hospitality leader with a strong foundation in both shift leadership and management, recognized for driving efficiency, elevating team performance, and consistently delivering results in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Barista Manager & Shift Lead
Peaberry Coffee House
Placentia, CA
02.2025 - 03.2026
- Supervised daily operations including opening, closing, and shift management
- Led and trained 25+ baristas and support staff on drink preparation, customer service, and safety standards
- Provided excellent customer service, resolving guest concerns and maintaining a welcoming environment
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders for coffee, milk, syrups, and supplies
- Assisted with staff scheduling and shift coverage
- Ensured consistent drink quality and adherence to café recipes and standards
- Trained new hires on espresso machines, grinders, milk steaming, and specialty drink preparation
Beauty Advisor & Shift Lead Color Analyst
Sally Beauty
Silverdale, WA
02.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted and engaged with customers to determine specific needs that are specialized in hair care, hair color, skin, nails, makeup, beauty, and salon chemicals.
- Recommended products of current sales to boost sales and RCC and maintained cash register operations.
- Stayed up to date with current trends and styles to increase professional value and meet diverse client needs.
- Restocked and rearranged shelves and items according to correct sections, maintained a clean and safe environment from hazardous chemicals, and disposed of hazardous waste safely.
- Planned and set daily and weekly sales goals for staff, monitoring individual performance and coaching team members to consistently meet or exceed store sales quotas.
Barista Manager & Shift Lead
Stirred Roasters
Cerritos, CA
11.2019 - 01.2021
- Opening and closing operations, including cash reconciliation, inventory checks, and preparing the store for high-volume service.
- Supervised and coordinated team members during peak hours to maintain efficient workflow and exceptional customer service.
- Maintained strict food safety, sanitation, and operational standards to ensure a clean and compliant service environment.
- Resolved customer concerns professionally while delivering a positive guest experience and building customer loyalty
Lifeguard
Knott's Soak City
Buena Park, CA
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Monitored the recreational area to observe participants and determine individuals in need of assistance.
- Ability to react quickly and efficiently in a life threatening situation.
- Maintained a close eye on the weather and warned individuals of the potential for dangerous situations.
- Consulted with customers to understand their desires and suggest the best products to meet their needs.
- Regularly removed trash, organized tools, and checked the shop’s equipment to maintain a neat and safe work area.
Education
Associate Degree - License in Cosmetology
Cerritos Community College
Norwalk, CA01.2022
Honors High School Diploma - undefined
Cerritos High School
Cerritos, CA05.2019
Skills
- Staff training and development
- Dependable Performance
- Time Discipline
- High-Volume Service
- Upselling Strategy
- Team Leadership
Certification
- CPR & AED Certified
- Food Handler Certified
- Licensed Cosmetologist
- Barbicide & Client Wellbeing/Safety Certified
- Bartending License
Timeline
Barista Manager & Shift Lead
Peaberry Coffee House
02.2025 - 03.2026
Beauty Advisor & Shift Lead Color Analyst
Sally Beauty
02.2022 - 08.2023
Barista Manager & Shift Lead
Stirred Roasters
11.2019 - 01.2021
Lifeguard
Knott's Soak City
06.2019 - 03.2020
Associate Degree - License in Cosmetology
Cerritos Community College
Honors High School Diploma - undefined
Cerritos High School