Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Meleana Helu

Irvine,CA

Summary

I’m a motivated college student at Irvine Valley College, actively involved in the honors program. With experience as a tennis coach, boba barista, and sales associate, I’ve developed strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. I’m committed to delivering high-quality work and am open to flexible hours to meet the demands of any role.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Barista

TeaMaru
01.2024 - Current

Solely managed front end operations, handling cashier and barista duties, taking customer orders, preparing drinks and packaging desserts.


Responsible for nightly cleanup, including mopping floors, cleaning windows, restocking inventory, and ensuring product quality and presentation.

Restocked ingredients, took orders, and prepared drinks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Tennis Coach

City of Irvine
03.2022 - Current

Expertise in creating personalized tennis programs tailored to the specific needs and goals of competitive junior players.


Proficient in designing and managing training schedules, balancing practice sessions, match play, and rest periods to optimize performance.


Focused on the holistic development of players, incorporating physical conditioning, technical skills, and mental toughness into training plans.


Strong ability to communicate effectively with players and parents, providing constructive feedback and motivation to help players achieve their potential.


Skilled at adjusting training programs to accommodate the evolving needs and progress of players, ensuring continuous development.

Sales Associate

HEAT
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.

Education

University High School
Irvine

Business And Administration - Accounting

Irvine Valley College
Irvine, CA

Skills

Communication: Effectively coached junior players, provided feedback, and engaged with customers as a barista and sales associate

Team Collaboration: Worked with coaching teams and colleagues in fast-paced environments, ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction

Problem Solving: Adapted training plans for players and resolved issues like inventory shortages or customer concerns quickly and effectively

Leadership: Mentored junior players and took initiative in guiding team members during shifts to achieve goals

Customer Service: Delivered personalized coaching and consistently provided excellent service in both retail and food service roles

Technical Proficiency: Used scheduling software in coaching and point-of-sale systems in retail and food service, quickly adapting to new technology

Organizational Skills: Managed training schedules, restocking, and workspace cleanliness, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately

Accomplishments

-PCL Women’s Tennis doubles individuals finalists 22’

-PCL League women’s tennis champions 2022

-CIF Women’s Tennis doubles individuals selected 2022

- University High School Division 1 Varsity Tennis. Played #1 singles (2023)


-High Honor Roll: Connections Academy(2020-2022)

-Honors program at Irvine Valley College (2023-present)

Certification

-Food Handlers Card certification for California

Timeline

Barista

TeaMaru
01.2024 - Current

Sales Associate

HEAT
11.2023 - 02.2024

Tennis Coach

City of Irvine
03.2022 - Current

University High School

Business And Administration - Accounting

Irvine Valley College
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