McKinley Needer
Asheville,NC
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with experience at Ingles Markets Inc as a Starbucks Barista, excelling in beverage preparation and customer service. Proven ability to enhance team efficiency and foster positive customer interactions, while effectively managing cash handling and training new hires. Committed to maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Starbucks Barista
Ingles Markets Inc
Asheville, NC
04.2024 - 07.2026
- Prepared coffee beverages according to recipes and customer preferences.
- Operated espresso machines and brewing equipment accurately to maintain beverage quality.
- Kept work area organized and clean, including managing equipment and supplies inventory.
- Greeted customers and responded to inquiries to provide excellent service.
- Worked with team members to improve workflow during busy times.
- Supported training of new baristas on equipment, beverage preparation, and customer service skills.
- Checked product freshness and rotated stock to prevent waste while upholding quality.
- Engaged with customers during peak hours to foster a positive atmosphere.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas on a daily basis.
- Balanced front-of-house and back-of-house responsibilities efficiently during busy periods.
- Managed customer lines with prompt and effective service.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, and commercial brewing equipment.
- Listened to customer requests to craft personalized beverages that boosted sales.
- Assisted in training new employees on coffees, teas, and merchandise.
Soccer Coordinator
ABYSA
Asheville, NC
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Prepared coffee beverages according to recipes and customer preferences.
- Operated espresso machines and brewing equipment accurately to maintain beverage quality.
- Kept work area organized and clean, including managing equipment and supplies inventory.
- Greeted customers and responded to inquiries to provide excellent service.
- Worked with team members to improve workflow during busy times.
- Supported training of new baristas on equipment, beverage preparation, and customer service skills.
- Checked product freshness and rotated stock to prevent waste while upholding quality.
- Engaged with customers during peak hours to foster a positive atmosphere.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas on a daily basis.
- Balanced front-of-house and back-of-house responsibilities efficiently during busy periods.
- Managed customer lines with prompt and effective service.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, and commercial brewing equipment.
- Listened to customer requests to craft personalized beverages that boosted sales.
- Assisted in training new employees on coffees, teas, and merchandise.
Education
High School Diploma -
BCSVA
Asheville, NC06.2026
Skills
- Time management
- Friendly and outgoing
- Attention to detail
- Team player
- Cash handling
- Problem-solving
- Opening and closing duties
- Order taking
- Cash register operation
- Espresso machine operation
- Safe food handling
- Beverage preparation
- New hire training
- Menu memorization
Certification
OSHA 10
Timeline
Starbucks Barista
Ingles Markets Inc
04.2024 - 07.2026
Soccer Coordinator
ABYSA
09.2023 - 02.2024
High School Diploma -
BCSVA